Vestnik 2019.04.10

ˇ ´ VESTNIK S P J S T Benevolence

Volume 107 Number 12

EASTER IS COMING!

H E R A L D

★ Humanity

★ Brotherhood

April 10, 2019

ISSN —07458800

Miss Texas to perform at SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration

The 14th Annual SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration on Saturday, May 4 will be filled with classic cars, arts/crafts, food, music, Czech heritage, kids’ activities, and family fun at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall! Star Hall is located at 10842 State Highway 53, seven miles east of Temple in the community of Seaton. The event opens to the public at 9 a.m.

Miss Texas to Perform Special guest is Miss Texas Madison Fuller, a 24-year-old graduate of Texas A&M University with a degree in communications.

Madison is currently working on her master’s at Dallas Baptist University pursuing a degree in school counseling. She is a third generation educator and recently

completed her first year as a kindergarten teacher at Dr. Bryan Jack Elementary in Tyler. During her 12month speaking tour, she will make more than 300 appearances and speak before over 100,000 people about the Texas Cares for Children Program, the Children’s Miracle Network and her personal platform “Sock it to Cancer: Pediatric Cancer Awareness.” She has helped raise more than $260,000 for the Wipe Out Cancer telethon.

Madison will perform her award-winning ventriloquist talent. She was the talent award recipient at the Miss America pageant in September.

200 Cars Anticipated Car show registration begins at 8 a.m. The show is organized into 40 classes. Vehicles will be independently judged, and more than 100 trophies will be awarded. Special trophies will also be presented to Miss Texas’ choice and the top three people’s choice entries.

Other special awards include club participation, Continued on Page 11.

Celebrating 94 Years of Mrs. Josephine Josephine Pflughaupt, left, celebrates her 94th birthday with her sister Gladys Havemann at Lodge 88, Houston. Between them, the two ladies have 152 years of SPJST membership. More on page 15.

March 2019 Top 5 SPJST Sales Agents in Certificates Issued and Annualized Premium 1st - Certificates Issued 1st - Annualized Premium $500 Award

2nd - Certificates Issued $50 Award

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

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

4th - Annualized Premium $50 Award

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

Ray Esparza Lodge 76 Wichita Falls District Four

Linda Eureste Lodge 171 Lockhart District One

David Coufal Lodge 47 Seaton District Two

David Nauert, FIC Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point District Two

Kerry Herrington Lodge 142 Houston District Five

Monica Barcenas Lodge 151 Wharton District Six

( ( ( ( ( Inside This Week’s Věstník ( ( ( ( ( Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates.......................................3 Sales Update........................................4 District News........................................6 Lodge Section....................................12 In Memoriam ......................................15

Youth Section ....................................17 Vestnik Project...................................18 Youth Merit Points........................25-26 Czech Culture ....................................28 Advertisements ............................28-29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

District One hosts spring meeting, youth workshop, egg hunt

Lodge 28 East Bernard member celebrates 90th birthday Page 14

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Youth Leaders, Youth Clubs recognized at annual workshop Pages 23-24

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ˇ ´ VESTNIK 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 254-773-1575 (ext. 122) • Mobile: 254-534-0807 VĚSTNÍK Fax: 254-773-8087 email: vestnik@spjst.org or melaniez@usa.com SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 139) • Mobile: 254-534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com VICE PRESIDENT HIRAM DIXON, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM 254-773-1575 (ext. 240) • Mobile: 254-231-7722 email: hiramd@spjst.com CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC 254-773-1575 (ext. 149) Mobile: 254-721-4739 • Home: 254-778-3720 email: leonardm@spjst.com DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 (ext. 142) • 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 BOBBY DAVIS, FICF, CFFM 1886 Pecos Street, Suite 3, San Angelo, Texas 76901 Mobile: 325-450-3748 • Fax: 325-657-2003 email: bgdsr2428@aol.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 (ext. 246) • richardh@spjst.com REGIONAL GENERAL AGENTS DISTRICT ONE - Jim Schroeder, LUTCF 936-661-2294 • jschroeder55@suddenlink.net DISTRICT TWO - Contact SPJST Home Office 800-727-7578 for assistance.

DISTRICT THREE - Sabino Garcia 817-909-8899 • garciasabi@att.net DISTRICT FOUR - Philip (Phil) McBee, FICF, CFFM 325-647-1949 • Fax: 325-784-7448 mcbeephilip@gmail.com LODGE 219, EL PASO - Francisco Viniegra 915-203-3124 • fviniegra@vinquiz-insurance.com DISTRICT FIVE - Delisle Doherty 832-232-2049 • delisled@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT SIX - Carolina Covarrubia 281-779-9956 • covarrubia.carolina@yahoo.com DISTRICT SEVEN - Armando Perez, LUTCF 361-425-5543 • asperez6040@hotmail.com CAMP KUBENA • 2001 Waldeck Rd • Ledbetter, TX Robert Clift, Executive Director 979-249-5674 • robc@spjst.com HUMAN RESOURCES LYNETTE TALASEK 254-773-1575 (ext. 146) • email: lynettet@spjst.com

Editor’s Note

Veselé Velikonoce!

Happy Easter!

STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 (ext. 177) • 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 - Mary Steinman, 1136 Westgrove Dr, Saginaw, Texas 76179-3463 - 817-731-2580 - appamary@sbcglobal.net District Four - Pam Lehmann, PO Box 637, Tahoka, Texas 79373-0637 - 806-561-5105 - plehmann@poka.com District Five - Melissa Victorick-Brown - 2324 Lakeway Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546-6196 - 832-274-7369 allenandmelissabrown@gmail.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 - lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - April Howard, 2908 Oakdell Trl, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - 830-624-9242 - aprhoward@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 - malaktax@gmail.com District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Court, East Bernard, Texas 77435 - 979-335-4461 - g2kamin@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 - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 County Road 47, Angleton, Texas 77515-9721 - 979-864-9999 - lorendave14@sbcglobal.net 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

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aster is a very special time of year. For Christians, it is a time of renewed hope and a reminder of the greatest love. With Easter usually comes warmer weather, new growth in the land, beautiful flowers, and a refreshed spirit. For many, it symbolizes an awakening from a cold, long, dreary winter and a hope that warm, sunny days are on the way. Easter reminds us that hope must never be lost for as dark as the road may seem, there is always light at the end of it.

Happy Easter! Veselé Velikonoce!

Website for learning Czech: https://sites.uni.edu/becker/ Czech.html The Master Homepage with 28 different languages: http://www.uni.edu/becker/ Dr. Becker also shares a site that includes 143 enjoyable language learning activities that provides teachers with a wide variety of “exciting things to do” in class to build proficiency. He says this is a teacher preferred site: https://sites.uni.edu/becker/LearningGamesandFunActivities.html

Věstník Dates and Deadlines Please note that the Věstník deadline is at 12 noon on Wednesdays, unless otherwise noted.

No April 17 Věstník

Czech Language Website Special thanks to Jim Becker, BA, MA, PhD-ABD, for sharing several interesting websites with us. After Professor Emeritus Becker retired as Chair of the Language Department at the University of Northern Iowa Laboratory School, he became a webmaster and developed 28 language websites. Dr. Becker, who is of Czech descent, says the sites are all free of charge and highly popular. He says that several new sites have recently been added to the site and asks readers to “enjoy them all!”

April 24 Věstník Early Deadline Alert (due to Easter Holiday): deadline is Tue., April 16 at 12 noon May 1 Věstník deadline is Wed., April 24 at 12 noon No May 8 Věstník May 15 Věstník deadline is Wed., May 8 at 12 noon May 22 Věstník deadline is Wed., May 15 at 12 noon

No May 29 Věstník June 5 Věstník deadline is Wed., May 29 at 12 noon —SPJST—

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by SPJST, PO Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Members’ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Věstník do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VĚSTNÍK c/o Director of Accounting/Information Technology Services Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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

Lodge 88, Houston Easter Party (5) Lodge 196, Houston-West Easter Egg Hunt, Meeting and Social (5) April 14 Lodge 107, Floresville Spring Banquet (7) April 16-17 Supreme Lodge Meeting • SPJST Home Office, Temple April 19 Good Friday • SPJST Home Office Closed April 19 Lodge 91, San Jacinto hosts Paws Across Texas Crosby Walmart (5) April 27 Lodge 81, Needville hosts SPJST Float Needville Youth Fair Parade (5) April 28 Camp Chaperone Training SPJST Home Office, Temple April 28 District Three Spring Meeting • Lodge 154, Fort Worth (3) May 4 Join Hands Day May 4 SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration Lodge 47, Seaton (2) May 5 Camp Chaperone Training at SPJST Home Office, Temple May 11 Lodge 20, Granger hosts SPJST Float Granger Lakefest Parade (2) May 12 Lodge 24, Cyclone Mother’s Day Barbecue (2) May 19 Lodge 19, Velehrad Hall Grand Re-Opening Day Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, La Grange (1) May 27 Memorial Day • SPJST Home Office, Temple Closed May 31 Deadline for SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest June 2 Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic (2) June 14 Flag Day June 15-19 Teen Camp/Leaders-in-Training Workshop at Camp Kubena, Ledbetter June 16 Father’s Day June 19-23 Junior Camp Session 1 - Ages Completed Kindergarten to 12 Years: Districts Three/Four/Five/Seven at Camp Kubena, Ledbetter June 21 Summer Begins June 30 District Seven Youth Achievement Day (7) April 13 April 13

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Readers Write Public invited to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Springfest this Sunday Everyone is invited to Springfest at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Cyclone this Sunday, April 14 on the church grounds from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The church is located at 20120 FM 485, off Highway 53 in Cyclone, Texas 76519.

Home-fried chicken and sausage with all the trimmings will be served.

Dine in or plates-to-go are $10 per plate. Homemade bread, pastries, and canned goods will be available. A prize drawing with a quilt and gift cards will also be held.

See the ad on page 28 of this week’s Vestnik for more information.

Carla Kacir Lodge 87, Temple —SPJST—

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Strawberry Fudge Helen Zabransky Lodge 4, Hallettsville

1 can strawberry icing 12-ounce bag white chocolate chips Melt chocolate chips in the microwave then mix with icing.

Put in 8-inch x 8-inch foil-lined pan; refrigerate two hours or more.

Cut into squares and serve. Store in refrigerator.

Note: May substitute chocolate icing and chocolate chips for fudge and add chopped pecans.

—SPJST— WANTED: Your Recipes!

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

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From the Insurance Department

State Fraternal Director shares April updates

SPJST Insurance Update Through March: 358 Certificates Issued

Member Referral Incentive All referral cards received during a given month go into a drawing for three $25 Walmart gift cards.

Emma Regan

Doreen Honza

McKenzie Burcie

Lodge 47, Seaton District Two

Lodge 25, Ennis District Three

Lodge 154, Fort Worth District Three

SPJST Records 97 Referrals Through the end of March 2019, the following individuals contributed 97 referrals.

Lodge 17 24 25 29 29 29 29 47 47 47 47

Name Macy Narro Margaret Campbell Doreen Honza Helmar Dahl Shirley Flippin Peggy Leshikar Vera Pavlik Cynthia Hutka Terry Malina Emma Regan Dorothy Stuchly

Referrals 2 4 1 17 1 1 1 2 32 3 1

47 54 80 80 87 154 154 177 185 185 219 246 246 246

Lynette Talasek Jacob Kaluza Linda Hill Doni Powell Sharon Ingram McKenzie Burcie Kyleigh Hernandez Janie Coakley Hudson Lago Steel McCoy Francisco Viniegra Tamara Gettys Ann Paruzinski Marissa Salinas

1 2 2 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 4 8 1 4

SPJST Monthly Insurance Report Through March MONTH-TO-DATE TOTALS

FOR INSURANCE WRITTEN, ISSUED, AND ANNUALIZED PREMIUM

Dist. Apps.

1 22 2 21 3 9 4 31 5 13 6 17 7 21 9 0 Totals 134

Written $621,245.00 366,380.00 540,000.00 2,174,876.00 915,000.00 1,555,000.00 407,064.00 0 $6,579,565.00

Certs.

Issued Annualized Prem.

28 $2,256,245.00 $13,846.58 21 341,380.00 11,445.66 8 209,612.00 5,229.53 32 1,172,905.00 17,139.80 17 1,445,000.00 6,436.12 16 1,358,742.00 5,059.92 19 372,064.00 12,113.81 0 0 0 141 $7,155,948.00 $71,271.42

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

Dist. Apps.

1 61 2 57 3 36 4 84 5 68 6 35 7 44 9 0 Totals 385

Written $5,475,380.00 1,247,985.00 1,294,612.00 4,932,766.00 6,186,753.00 3,290,000.00 915,437.00 0 $23,342,933.00

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Certs.

Issued Annualized Prem.

61 $5,245,380.00 $50,338.18 55 1,172,985.00 108,659.62 36 1,109,612.00 20,609.96 76 2,980,101.00 45,769.52 67 5,168,091.00 36,502.91 29 2,106,380.00 18,270.52 34 663,437.00 32,578.70 0 0 0 358 $18,445,986.00 $312,729.41

Save the Date - Sunday, May 19 at TCHCC in La Grange Grand Re-Opening of Lodge 19, Velehrad Hall SPJST members, family members, and their guests are cordially invited to participate in the Grand Re-Opening of the SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad lodge hall on the campus of the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) in La Grange. The event takes place on Sunday, May 19 in conjunction with TCHCC’s annual Slavnost - Mayfest: A Tribute to Czech-Texas Immigrants of All Years. Admission is $10 per person and includes the meal and all events. The program begins at 10:30 a.m. with the opening ceremony. A fried chicken dinner starts at 11:30 a.m. with music by the Texas Dutchmen from 12:30 until 5 p.m.

The Grand Re-Opening of the SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad hall takes place at 1:30 p.m. and will be followed later that afternoon by the traditional May Pole dance.

The Velehrad lodge hall was previously located on a two-acre tract in the northern part of Lavaca County in the Velehrad community. The area was settled in the 1850s and was named Velehrad or “Big Castle” for the Czech city of the same name. The Velehrad lodge hall was built in 1895 by Lodge Radhost 114 C.S.P.S (Cesko Slovanska Podporujici Spolek), which pre-dated the founding of SPJST in 1897. Not only did the lodge hall serve as a community center lodge room, it also served as a school.

When the enrollment of the 1883 Velehrad School became too large, school was conducted in the Velehrad Lodge Hall.

During the spring of 2006, the outside of the hall was restored by members of the SPJST District Six Cemetery Association. The SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad hall is in the final stages of restoration and will be the latest addition to the TCHCC Czech Village which will also be open for tours on May 19.

“The SPJST Foundation expresses tremendous gratitude to those District Six members who rescued this historic SPJST charter lodge hall from obscurity in 2006,” says SPJST Foundation President Brian Vanicek. “Thanks to those caring individuals and the generous support of SPJST Foundation contributors, the Velehrad lodge hall will be a place where history comes to life and new memories are made.”

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The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center is located at 250 West Fairgrounds Road in La Grange, Texas.

Stressed Out? You’re Not Alone!

Do you know anyone who isn’t, at least at times, stressed out these days?

Stress is a normal mental and physical reaction to the ever increasing demands of life. In looking at the causes of stress, remember that your brain comes hardwired with an alarm system for your protection. When your brain perceives a threat, it signals your body to release a burst of hormones to fuel your capacity for a response. This has been labeled the “fight-or-flight” response.

Once the threat is gone, your body is meant to return to its normal, relaxed state. Unfortunately, the nonstop stress of modern life means that your alarm system rarely shuts off. That’s why stress management is so important. It gives you a wide range of tools to reset your system.

Stress Relief from Laughter?

The Doctor Says It’s No Joke When it comes to relieving stress, more giggles and guffaws are just what the doctor ordered. Although a good sense of humor can’t cure all ailments, data is mounting about the positive things laughter can do.

Short-Term Benefits ✴ Stimulates many organs. Laughter enhances your intake of oxygen-rich air, which stimulates your heart, lungs, and others muscles. It increases the endorphins that are released by your brain. ✴ Activates your stress response. A rollicking laugh fires up and then cools down your stress response, and it can increase your heart rate and blood pressure.

The result? A relaxed feeling. ✴ Soothes tension. Laughter can also stimulate circulation and aid muscle relaxation, both of which can help reduce some of the physical symptoms of stress.

Long-Term Effects ✴ Laughter isn’t just a quick pick-meup, though. It’s also good for you over the long term. Laughter may: ✴ Improve your immune system. Negative thoughts manifest into chemical reactions that can affect your body by bringing more stress into your system and decreasing your immunity. In contrast, positive thoughts can actually release neuropeptides that help fight stress and potentially more serious illnesses.

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019 meeting missed. Youth can make up a meeting by attending another local youth club. Please see your youth leader about this.

VESELÉ VELIKONOCE

STRESSED OUT YOU’RE NOT ALONE

STRAIGHT DOMINO TOURNAMENT

SLAVNOST - MAYFEST

✴ Relieve pain. Laughter may ease pain by causing the body to produce its own natural painkillers.

fellow SPJST members in your district.

Please plan to attend the meeting in your district. The remaining meeting is:

✴ Increase personal satisfaction. Laughter can make it easier to cope with difficult situations. It also helps you connect with other people. (Article courtesy of the Mayo Clinic)

District Three - Sunday, April 28 Lodge 154, Fort Worth

Save the Date: Saturday, May 4 The 2019 SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration The 2019 SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration will be Saturday, May 4 at SPJST Lodge 47, Seaton Star Hall. Seaton Star Hall is located approximately seven miles east of Temple, just off Highway 53.

There will be cars! And more cars!

There will be Czech heritage displays, music, and entertainment. Admission is free of charge. Donations and proceeds generated from event underwriters as well as from the silent auction will benefit the SPJST Foundation.

Consistently, the SPJST Car Show has been one of the premier car show events in the Greater Central Texas area. For car show information, visit spjstcarshow.com or contact David Nauert at 254-534-0809 or call Melanie Zavodny at 254-534-0807. You can also email Melanie at melaniez@spjst.org District Spring Meetings District spring meetings are under way! These meetings are informative, and your participation and input is very important for the success of SPJST and your district. What better time to meet

Save the Date: Come to Camp Kubena!

Please share this information with your members with children in your lodge. We want you to come join us at Camp Kubena! Fun times are ahead! We are extending an invitation to SPJST youth who are not part of a lodge youth club and the youth that are new to SPJST. Youth who have a life insurance certificate issued before May 31, 2019, can come join us at camp! Camp is a great place to make new friends and build self confidence. Camp Kubena offers swimming, games, high ropes courses, low ropes courses, BB guns, archery, and many other activities. ✴ Qualifications for camp: If your child has completed kindergarten and is a current youth club member and has made seven out of 12 meetings, they will be eligible to attend camp without pay. ✴ Youth that attend lodges with no youth club can attend seven adult meetings and qualify for camp without pay.

The lodge secretary will need to provide the Home Office with copies of the membership roster of each meeting the youth attended. ✴ Youth that have not made at least seven meetings will be prorated $35 per

SPJST Insurance offers rewarding opportunities to individuals interested in becoming a Sales Agent or General Agent.

Life Insurance and More

Apply Today!

Online, Over the Phone, or In Person

Member Referrals Wanted: Participate in the Monthly Prize Drawing!

When it comes to getting new SPJST members, there is no substitute for member referrals. Referral cards received during a given month will go into a drawing for three $25 Wal-Mart gift cards. The individual making the referral also benefits SPJST by helping to build a stronger and more active local lodge.

On a related note, SPJST is looking for men and women who believe in the fraternal ideal and would like to consider the benefits of being an SPJST Sales Agent. Please contact the Home Office for more information.

Join Hands Day Incentives Saturday, May 4 marks the date for this year’s Join Hands Day. SPJST wants lodges to invite other community organizations such as Lions Club, Volunteer Fire Departments, Kiwanis, Boy/Girl Scouts, etc. . . .

The Supreme Lodge again will offer the $100 incentive to all lodges that register their projects with the Home Office.

You can do this by completing the Join Hands Day flyer and returning it to the SPJST Home Office. We ask you to share your photos and projects with the Vestnik. If you have any questions, contact Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez at tammym@spjst.com or 254773-1575 or me at frankh@spjst.com or my cell phone 254-534-0681.

Straight Domino Tournament On Saturday, March 2, a total of 38 players turned out for the SPJST State Straight Domino Tournament at the Home Office in Temple.

Of the 38 players that participated in

the eight-round tournament, 21 were members and 17 were prospective members. Players drove into Temple as far away as Elgin, Elk, and Ennis. Players enjoyed snacking on kolaches and a nice steak and chicken lunch from Oscar Store.

At the end of the tournament, door prizes were drawn while results were being tabulated. Leon Zajic and John Anderson received a special prize. They each received a box of Lucky Charms cereal and a Texas Lottery scratch-off ticket. First through fourth place winners received a plaque and money.

SPJST FAC Assistance We are here to help if you need assistance. Please feel free to call me or Tammy. Your District FAC is also available to assist you.

State Fraternal Director Frank Horak 254-534-0681 or 800-727-7578 frankh@spjst.com Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez 254-773-1575 or 800-727-7578 tammym@spjst.com District One FAC Kyle Skrabanek 979-820-0531 District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch 254-771-0193 District Three FAC Vicki Sims 214-763-0341 District Four FAC Janeece Williams 806-632-5239 District Five FAC Clay Zapalac 281-750-2920 District Six FAC Helen Zabransky 361-798-3347 District Seven FAC James House 830-625-8262 Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—

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Scenes from District Two Spring Meeting Sunday, March 17, 2019 • SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville LEFT PHOTO: SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon, center, and District Two FAC Ruth Hanusch present an Outgoing Officer award to Tom Etheredge of Lodge 187, Round Rock. RIGHT PHOTO: Fraternalist of the Year Judy Pechal, left, of Lodge 47, Seaton is recognized.

BELOW PHOTOS: Vice President Dixon, center, and FAC Hanusch, right, present Lifetime Achiever awards to, from left, Joyce Patschke of Lodge 29, Taylor; and John Wuensche, Donna Vanecek, and Larry Beran, all of Lodge 48, Beyersville.

LEFT PHOTO: From left are FL Meyer (18), Charles Wilson (18), and David Meyer (18). PHOTO 2: Left to right are Larry Beran (48), Carla Krenek (187), District Two Director Jesse Pospisil (29), and Frankie Pustejovsky (29). PHOTO 3: James R. Hosch (200), left, and Michael D. Hosch (200).

RIGHT PHOTO: Emily and Christopher Ordogne with their sons Andrew,

left, and Travis, all of Lodge 47, Seaton. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 48, Beyersville hosted several guessing games. Pictured are the winners.

BELOW CENTER: Lodge 48 President Robert Leshikar, far right, leads the heads-and-tails game. BELOW RIGHT: Members of Lodge 187, Round Rock visit at the District Two Spring Meeting.

FAR LEFT PHOTO: Honorary SPJST Vice President Gene McBride and wife Frances, both of Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy.

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 48, Beyersville President Robert Leshikar presents a gift card to Emilie Tischler (20) for winning the heads-and-tails game. RIGHT PHOTO: District Two President Rita Spinn (80) and husband Curtis Janke (80).

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Scenes from District Two Spring Meeting Sunday, March 17, 2019 • SPJST Lodge 48, Beyersville

LEFT PHOTO: Adult decorated rock contest winners are, left to right, first - Frances McBride (200), second - Emily Ordogne (47), and third - Jason Beckendorf (182). PHOTO 2: Getting ready to serve the evening meal are, left to right, John Wuensche (48), Robert Leshikar (48), and Michael Ur-

banek (48). PHOTO 3: Serving tea are Alice Bracewell (48), left, and Linda Mokry (48). RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon presents a $750 check to DYC Patsy Koslovsky, left, for District YAD and a $4,000 check to Treasurer Lyn Rieger for the district spring and fall meetings.

LEFT PHOTO: Assisting with registration are, left to right, Lee Hanusch (47), Ronnie Rieger (29), and Donna Vanecek (48). RIGHT PHOTO: Judging the decorated rocks are, back to front, Kim Campbell (24) - adult judge; Frances McBride (200) - youth judge; and Margie Faltesek (48) and Rubie Volek (187) - adult and youth judges.

FAR RIGHT PHOTO: Joyce and James Skrabanek (47), left, and Judy and Edwin Pechal (47).

LEFT PHOTO: From left are Margie Faltesek (48), Juanette Susan (48), and Tina Stefek (48). PHOTO 2: Left to right are Barbara Nygrin (29), Joyce Patschke (29), and Mary Jane and Frankie Pustejovsky (29) (holding a photo of his new puppy Bear). PHOTO 3: Stacey Holloway (47), left,

Curtis Janke (80), and Monica Holloway (47). RIGHT PHOTO: Admiring the beautiful table decorations provided by host Lodge 48, Beyersville are, from left, Linda Pospisil (29), SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon, Mary Stelly, Dan Mohel (29), and David Nauert (246).

District Three presents Unapproved Fall Fun Fest Meeting Minutes Treasurer Ms. Mary Steinman (154) called the District Three Fall Fun Fest Meeting to order at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 28, 2018, at Sokol Hall in Dallas.

2018-2019 District Three Queen Ms. Misty Dvorak (25) led members in the Pledge of Allegiance and in the youth motto. Sister Mary Steinman (154) welcomed all the members to the fall meeting. She wished them a wonderful day celebrating the Czech Heritage Day and a safe trip home. Ms. Steinman (154) welcomed special guests SPJST Vice President Hiram Dixon (183), State Fraternal Director Frank Horak (80), and District Three Director John Engelke (66). She also thanked Lodge 6, Cottonwood for hosting the meeting.

Brother Hiram did not present a Home Office report; however, he would be available during the day if anyone has any questions.

A motion was made by Sister Cheryl Petr (84) to approve the previous meeting’s minutes as published in the Vestnik on October 10, 2018. The motion was seconded by Sister Diana Engelke (66).

Motion passed.

A finance report was distributed to all present members. A motion was made

by District Three Director John Engelke (66) to approve the finance report as written and presented, seconded by Brother Jerry Milan (154). Motion passed.

Assistant District Youth Counselor Mrs. Appa Burcie (154) distributed a

youth report. District Youth Counselor Mary Steinman (154) noted some changes to the upcoming dates. Upcoming events are: • District Three Youth Achievement Day (YAD) will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Lodge 183, Arlington.

• Youth camp has changed format for 2019. * Leaders-in-Training (LIT) will be included in a teen camp (ages 13 to entering high school senior) and will be held Saturday, June 15 to Wednesday, June 19, 2019. * There will be two junior camps (ages completed kindergarten to 12 years): Wednesday, June 19 to Sunday,

June 23 and Wednesday, July 17 to Sunday, July 21. Note: District Three youth will be the first ones to camp on Wednesday, June 19 to Sunday, June 23. * There will no longer be a separate LIT camp.

The 2019 District Three Spring Meeting will be held at Lodge 154, Fort Worth on Sunday, April 28.

A motion from the floor was made by Brother Jerry Milan (154) to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Sister Lynda Novak (84).

Meeting adjourned.

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District Three Spring Meeting Agenda Sunday, April 28, 2019 Lodge 154, Fort Worth - Sokol Fort Worth Hall 6500 Boat Club Rd • Fort Worth, Texas 76179 Director John Engelke (66) Officers - President Selby Holder (6) • First Vice President Lesli Milan (154) Second Vice President John Vrla (130) • Secretary Karen Hykel (6) Treasurer/District Youth Counselor Mary Steinman (154) Fraternal Activities Coordinator Vicki Sims (84) Assistant DYC Appa Burcie (154) ***Please Note: If anyone is interested in running for office, please contact President Selby Holder or District Three Director John Engelke.

10 to 10:30 a.m.

Registration for Meeting and Youth and Adult Painted Rock Contest Youth and Adults Painted Rock Contest Registration - please contact Vicki Sims or a youth leader. If you have questions, please contact a youth leader.

10:15 to 11 a.m.

Audit Committee: Cherri Petr, Jennifer Dvorak, and Tom Weeks 10:30 to 11 a.m. - Painted Rock Contest Judging 11 a.m Call to Order......................................................................................President Selby Holder Pledge of Allegiance and Youth Motto ..................................Angel Pace and Misty Dvorak 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 and Youth Members 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........................................Secretary Karen Hykel Treasurer’s Report.........................................................................Treasurer Mary Steinman Committee Reports—Please limit time to three minutes per report.

Insurance ...........................................................................................................Robert Sill Finance .......................................................................................................Michael Galler By-Law ....................................................................................................Kay Lynn Kovar FAC...................................................................................................................Vicki Sims Publication ....................................................................................................Lynda Novak Audit .......................................................................................................Audit Committee Home Office ......................................................Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek Introduction of Royalty.....................................................................President Selby Holder Lunch Prayer..............................District Three Queen Misty Dvorak and King Clark Jones Lunch Break Donation of 6 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 Mary Steinman Election of Officers Upcoming District Three Events • Youth Achievement Day (YAD) - Sunday, July 20, 2019 at Lodge 183, Arlington • Fall Meeting - Sunday, October 27, 2019 (no host) • Spring Meeting - Sunday, April 26, 2020 (no host) • YAD - Sunday, June 28, 2020 (no host) • Fall Meeting - Sunday, October 25, 2020 (no host) *Host lodges are needed for upcoming events. Please contact President Selby Holder or Director John Engelke, if interested.

Door Prizes Installation of Officers Adjournment of Meeting —SPJST—

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District Six Spring Meeting

Sunday, March 24, 2019 Moravia Catholic Church Parish Hall in Moravia, Texas Hosted by SPJST Lodge 23, Moravia The District Six Spring Meeting was held Sunday, March 24, 2019, at Moravia Catholic Church Parish Hall in Moravia, Texas. Lodge 23, Moravia hosted the event with 70 members and guests present.

After registration and the morning social, District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30) led the blessing. Lodge 23 served a delicious roast beef dinner with all the trimmings. Immediately following the meal, President Joe Siptak (4) asked for special reports from representatives of the Czech Heritage Museum, Education and Nature Center (Camp Kubena), SPJST Senior Living Centers, and the District Six Cemetery Organization.

Philip Vahalik (4) reported that the Czech Heritage Museum’s website is up and running. He reported the Beltonian Theatre has Czech movie night once a month with the next being on April 8.

Philip also highlighted other events taking place such as taroks on Tuesday nights for learning and playing. The Czech National Theatre in conjunction with the University of Mary HardinBaylor is working on the revision of the Heart of the Tin Trunk. Philip invited everyone to come visit or donate to the Czech Heritage Museum in Temple.

Lisa Bubela (30) reported on Camp Kubena. SPJST hired Rob Clift who will serve as the executive director for Camp Kubena. Lisa also reported on the hiring of Paige Tignor (25), who has a degree in marketing which will help with promoting Camp Kubena. Paige grew up in SPJST. There are new programs this year so things look good for Camp Kubena. Lisa reported that the Youth Leaders Workshop was held on Saturday, March 23 where Rob and Paige were introduced.

Charles Bucek (151), SPJST District Six Senior Living Centers Director, is not able to continue due to his health.

Mr. Bucek did send word that he appreciates all the support through the years.

President Joe Siptak (4) then opened the

floor for nominations for the position of SPJST District Six Senior Living Centers Director. Lisa Bubela (30) nominated Joe Siptak (4), and Marjorie Treumer (30) seconded the nomination.

With no other nominations, Karen Kaspar (30) made a motion to elect Joe Siptak (4) by acclamation. Joe Nezval (28) seconded the motion. Motion passed.

Joe Siptak (4) thanked the members for electing him. He will do his best to represent District Six on the Senior Living Centers Board.

David Bucek (151) reported for the District Six Cemetery Organization. He stated that the District Six cemeteries were in good condition. Mowing for the Shiner Cemetery was about $1,000.

Shiner Cemetery is receiving approximately $1,200 per month from a mineral lease. He stated that the cemeteries were pretty even as far as expenses go. The road for the Velehrad Cemetery is to be completed now that the weather is drier.

Mr. Bucek (151) also reported that the cost of repair to the Velehrad granite that was destroyed will be from $2,000 to $2,500. The District Six Cemetery Association is doing well.

Birthday acknowledgments went to Joe Nezval (28) who was celebrating his 90th birthday, District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela (30) who was celebrating her birthday at the meeting, and District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30), whose birthday was the following week.

Other celebrants were also acknowledged and wished happy birthdays.

President Joe Siptak (4) called the District Six Spring Meeting to order at 1:02 p.m. Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club members posted the colors. President Siptak (4) led the membership in the Pledge of Allegiance. Lodge 23, Moravia President Elizabeth Holub welcomed the District Six membership and guests. She thanked everyone for their attendance and hoped they enjoyed the beautiful drive with all the spring flowers. She wished them all a safe trip when they traveled home.

Director of Accounting/Information Technology Services Roy Vajdak, far left, delivers greetings from the Home Office to the members of District Six.

VĚSTNÍK Second Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Helen Zabransky (4) thanked Lodge 23 for hosting the meeting, for the hospitality, preparing the delicious meal, and wished all a productive meeting. Helen welcomed and introduced guests – SPJST Director of Accounting/Information Technology Services Roy Vajdak (88) and District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30).

Secretary Elizabeth Holub (23) called the roll of officers, lodges, and standing committees. She reported that all officers were present, and all committees had representation. Nine lodges were in attendance: Lodges 4, Hallettsville; 8, Weimar; 23, Moravia; 28, East Bernard; 30, Taiton; 32, Victoria; 40, El CampoHillje; 151, Wharton; and 184, Moulton.

Treasurer Marjorie Treumer (30) gave the financial report for District Six and reported $6,843.06 in the treasury. The audit committee reviewed the books, and the books were in order. The treasurer’s report was accepted.

District Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela (30) discussed activities taking place in preparation for the summer camp season. Chaperone training was held along with the youth leaders’ workshop on March 23. Information was given to the leaders by Camp Kubena Executive Director Rob Clift and State Fraternal Director Frank Horak (80). She reported that a lot of attention is being placed on safety by the state to protect the youth attending camp in order to have an enjoyable time. Lisa reported that teen camp will be June 15 to 19 for ages 13 and up.

She stated this camp will help determine teens for Leaders-in-Training (LIT).

State Fraternal Director Frank Horak (80) will have activities at camp with evaluations and interviews for teens interested in being part of the Leaders-in Training (LIT) program.

Earlier today, DYC Lisa Bubela (30) held a youth workshop. It is difficult to get all youth clubs together, and the district meeting is a wonderful place to present information and help youth in the district prepare for their fraternal

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O O O Presenting 2019 District Six Officers O O O The 2019 District Six officers are, front, left to right, Second Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Helen Zabransky (4), Treasurer Marjorie Treumer (30), and Assistant District Youth Counselor Susan Siptak (4). BACK: Vice President Annie Vahalik (4), President Joe Siptak (4), Secretary Elizabeth Holub (23), and District Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela (30).

Pictured with them is District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30), back, far right.

youth events. Also, any youth with a policy who does not have a youth club in their lodge may attend camp. A nominal fee may be charged. Youth members without local lodges are welcome to participate in District Six youth activities.

District Six Youth Achievement Day will be Sunday, July 7 with Lodge 30, Taiton hosting. Lisa also reported that Bethany Baker of Lodge 30, Taiton was the ages 9 to 11 category winner in the 2019 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest.

District youth books were audited earlier today, and they were found to be in good order.

Today’s youth contest was decorated rocks. First place winning rocks will be sent to Temple with Director of Accounting/ITS Vajdak (88) to be displayed at the SPJST Home Office. Contest winners were: Kindergarten to 8 Years 1st - Millie Garrett (30) 2nd - Abigail Garrett (30) 3rd - Brett Bacak (30) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brooke Bacak (30) 2nd - Bethany Baker (30) 3rd - Maysen Manrriquez (40) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Grant Bubela (30) 2nd - Adryanna Manzano (40)

LEFT PHOTO: Director of Accounting/Information Technology Services Roy Vajdak presents a check for $750 to District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela (30) for hosting District YAD. PHOTO 2: District Six Vice President Annie Vahalik (4) created memorial tributes listing members of each lodge who

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brittany Baker (30) President Siptak (4) asked for reports from the standing committees. Joe Siptak (4) represents District Six on the ByLaw Committee. He reported that the Convention will be in June 2020 in Killeen. Joe informed the membership that delegate elections and meetings will take place prior to the convention.

Helen Kelner (28), District Six Publication Committee representative, presented a written report from the Publication Committee meeting held on Saturday, January 12 at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. The Committee presented four recommendations to the SPJST Supreme Lodge, which were approved. The recommendations are: • All communications from SPJST will include a request for the member’s email address.

• To be added to the Operations Manual: We recommend that the Editor/Director of Communication serve as co-administrator for all new and pre-existing websites including but not limited to SPJST websites and all forms of social media. This applies to all SPJST Home Office, District, and Local Lodge communications. (This is not to manage your website and social media pages, it

is simply to step in, in the event of a crisis situation.) Any television, radio, print, or internet ad placed on behalf of a local lodge or sales agent must be approved by the office of the Vice President before placement.

The advertisement must be for business development purposes and/or activities where member recruitment will be a key component of the activity that is taking place. (This does not include events like dances, bingo, etc.)

• The Vestnik will publish three issues per month.

• Two issues of the Vestnik will be sent to all SPJST member households annually with the first being April 2019.

Glenn Kaminsky (28) represents District Six on the Finance Committee. He brought greetings from the Finance Committee which met in early March.

He presented an analogy of SPJST and the human body. Our muscles and skelton are the structure which is the SPJST membership. The blood is the money of SPJST. Glenn stated that there are many areas of SPJST that are being supported, and requests are constantly coming in for areas to fund. With a convention year coming up, finance areas will need to be discussed. SPJST Supreme Lodge members are the brain and heart of the organ-

passed away in 2018. PHOTO 3: Left to right are Susan Siptak (4), Kathy Ahlstrom (32), Lisa Bubela (30), and District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30).

RIGHT PHOTO: Director of Accounting/ITS Roy Vajdak, left, presents a certificate to District Six Fraternalist of the Year Anton D. Machacek (8).

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ization. He informed the membership that the net income for 2017 and 2018 showed losses. With the convention in 2020, committees and delegates will be making decisions that will affect SPJST for the next four years. The Finance Committee makes recommendations to the Supreme Lodge. The membership is asked to support their director in order to balance the budget.

Elizabeth Holub (23) represents District Six on the Insurance Committee. She reported that with the 2020 Convention coming, the Insurance Committee will be setting meeting dates.

SPJST Director of Accounting/Information Technology Services Roy Vajdak (88) stated it was a pleasure to come and visit. Mr. Vajdak stated that SPJST is financially strong. He said investments are receiving lower percentages than before.

He said the routine audit by Texas Department of Insurance (which occurs every four to five years) lasted six months. It is now complete and SPJST was given a clean bill of health. He said we hope to be able to better economize the Vestnik in the future if more members convert to receiving it through electronic communication. With Convention 2020 coming, delegate elections will soon be held.

Mr. Vajdak presented $4,000 to Treasurer Marjorie Treumer (30) for District Six hosting annual spring and fall meetings. DYC Lisa Bubela (30) was presented $750 for District Six Youth Achievement Day (YAD).

Mr. Anton D. Machacek (8) was recognized as the 2018 District Six Fraternalist of the Year. Mr. Machacek volunteered his time and talents to renovate the original chairs from the Lodge 19, Velehrad hall. Dedication of the Velehrad hall will be on Sunday, May 19 at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange.

Director’s Report District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30) thanked everyone for attending and

VĚSTNÍK Memorial tribute honoring District Six members who passed away in 2018.

appreciated their commitment and dedication. She thanked Lodge 23 for hosting and wished everyone attending safe travels home. She reported that District Six has 13 active lodges. She appreciates the officers and members along with the youth keeping District Six vibrant. Carolina Covarrubia (30) is the District Six Regional General Agent. Director Kaspar stated that sales need to continue to increase to help SPJST to continue to grow and stay healthy. One area that has been adjusted is the director’s discretionary funds.

Mrs. Kaspar (30) reported on the District Six Discretionary Fund donations for 2018. Donations were $500 to Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department; $400 to For the Kids; $300 to El Campo Volunteer Fire Department; $250 to Rose-Rich Softball Association; $300 to Food Bank of the Golden Crescent; $400 to Colorado County Fair Senior Day Program; $200 to Taiton Community Center Fall Festival Raffle; and $250 to Elks Lodge for Veterans’ needs (wheelchairs, ramps, etc.).

The SPJST Foundation is an area where members are able to donate funds for use in areas that aid members. In 2017 and 2018, members made donations for Hurricane Harvey relief. District Six Director Kaspar (30) was able to present five fire departments with $1,000 each from the Foundation. The departments were East Bernard, Wharton, Bay City, Placedo, and Blessing. Mrs. Kaspar shared special moments with stories that came from the fire department and how they were impacted.

Director Kaspar (30) asked members to observe a quiet moment in memory of former District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom (32) who passed away in November 2018.

The annual District Six business meeting will be held in the spring of each year.

Under old business, Secretary Elizabeth Holub (23) provided copies of the minutes from the 2018 spring meeting for members to read. Helen Kelner (28) moved to approve the 2018 spring meeting minutes, seconded by Ardis Bacak (40). Motion passed.

Nominating committee member Jeanette Kaminsky (28) presented nominations for district officers: President Joe Siptak (4) Vice President Annie Vahalik (4) Second Vice President/FAC Helen Zabransky (4) Secretary Elizabeth Holub (23) Treasurer Marjorie Treumer (30) District Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela (30) Assistant District Youth Counselor Susan Siptak (4) There being no other nominations for any office, a motion was made by Joe Nezval (28) to elect the slate of officers by acclamation. Helen Kelner (28) seconded the motion, and the motion passed.

Congratulations was wished to all the officers of District Six. Under new business, Director Kaspar (30) discussed the continuance of the annual spring meeting. She suggested that

FAR LEFT PHOTO: Glenn Kaminsky (28) presents the Finance Committee report.

LEFT PHOTO: District Six Director Karen Kaspar (30), right, presents a donation to For The Kids (FTK) from her discretionary fund to Samantha Holub of Lodge 23, Moravia. The funds will go to children and their families battling pediatric cancer at the University Hospital in San Antonio. Samantha, who is a student at the University of Texas at San Antonio and an executive board director of FTK, says the group raised more than $50,000 in 2018. RIGHT PHOTO: District Six Secretary Elizabeth Holub (23) presents her report. FAR RIGHT PHOTO: Birthday celebrants Lisa Bubela (30), left, Joe D. Nezval (28), and Director Karen Kaspar (30).

the fall meeting be discontinued; however, a district social should be held in lieu of the fall meeting. She suggested that for 2019, the District Six membership attend the dedication of the Lodge 19, Velehrad hall at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange on Sunday, May 19 as a fraternal social event.

David Bucek (151) shared that moving the Velehrad hall was a vision of the late Honorary District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom (32), and Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center in La Grange is a perfect home for the SPJST Velehrad hall. Brother Ahlstrom was an inspiration with the development of the District Six Cemetery Association.

Director Kaspar (30) made a motion to have the District Six Fun Day event on Sunday, May 19 at the celebration and dedication of the Velehrad hall in memory of Brother Ahlstrom. The motion was seconded by David Bucek (151). With no objections, the motion passed.

President Joe Siptak (4) reminded members of the SPJST Cruise in February 2020.

Vice President Annie Vahalik (4) created a memorial tribute with a listing of District Six’s deceased members. She held a moment of silence in their honor.

Vice President Vahalik (4) then read a collaboration of poems from Jodi Daly and Stephanie Solis.

Secretary Elizabeth Holub (23) announced District Six Fraternalist of the Year Anton Machacek (8), Age 96 honorees, and the 75- and 50-year members.

The meeting concluded with the installation of District Six officers by Director Kaspar (30). Elizabeth Holub (23) moved to adjourn the meeting, seconded

by Marjorie Treumer (30). Motion was passed. Raffle prizes were awarded by Lodge 30, Taiton Youth Club, and door prizes were presented to the membership attending.

Fraternally, Elizabeth Holub District Six Secretary —SPJST—

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Scenes from District Seven Spring Meeting - part 2 Sunday, March 10, 2019 • SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville

LEFT PHOTO: Ryanne Popham (107) and her grandmother Connie Jo Popham (107), center, visit with Jill Sijansky (79) at the District Seven Spring Meeting held Sunday, March 10 at Lodge 107, Floresville. PHOTO 2: Left to right are Sharon LaGrange (202), Regina House (202), and Kathleen Polasek (202). PHOTO 3: Talking after the meeting are, left to right,

SPJST Car Show Continued from Page 1.

distance, best engine, best paint, best graphics, and best interior. A special SPJST Award will be presented to an SPJST member. To enter a car in the show, the fee is $25 per vehicle ($20 for SPJST members) on or before April 29.

After April 29 and day of show registration is $30 ($25 for SPJST members).

An entry form appears below or enter online at spjstcarshow.com.

Silent Auction, 50-50 Drawing The day will also include a silent auction and a 50-50 drawing. The silent auction will close at 2 p.m., and the 5050 drawing will be held prior to the awards ceremony at 2:30 p.m.

Sauerkraut-Making, Other Demonstrations Czech Heritage Museum volunteers will have special displays like sauerkraut-making, noodle-making, lacemaking, rope-making, and accordion music. Camp Kubena will also feature family activities.

Czech Music, Beseda Dancers, Meet-and-Greet State Royalty A variety of polka, country, and classic music will be played beginning at 10 a.m. SPJST District Two Beseda Dancers will perform at 1:30 p.m.

SPJST Royalty - State King Nash Campbell of Rogers, State Duke Tyson Bilbrey of Moody, District Two Queen Brooke Newsom of Taylor, and District Two Duchess Tynlee Beckendorf of Riesel - will also be meeting and greeting attendees.

Melvin Strey (258), Roy Haag (185), and Chester Jenke (258). RIGHT PHOTO: SPJST Chief Financial Officer Leonard Mikeska presents a $4,000 check to District Seven Treasurer Sandra Hoggard (202), left, for hosting the spring and fall meetings and a $750 check to District Seven Youth Counselor April Howard (185) for District Youth Achievement Day.

Vendor Booths Arts/crafts, service, auto-related, and farmers’ market vendors are welcome.

A space inside Star Hall is $35, and an outside space is $25. Contact Lynette Talasek at 254-931-0639, email lynettet@spjst.com, or sign up online at spjstcarshow.com.

Kids’ Zone Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club will host the Kids’ Zone. Activities include carnival games, bounce house, hay ride, and other activities.

Admission is Free of Charge Food and Beverages Available Event admission is free of charge.

Beverages will be available from Lodge 47, Seaton both inside and outside Star Hall.

Various food items will be available inside the hall from Lodge 47, Seaton.

Breakfast tacos will be available in the morning, and the lunch menu will consist of barbecue sandwiches, sausage wraps, turkey legs, nachos, and other snacks.

Contact Us! Visit www.spjstcarshow.com for complete event information. Contact Melanie at melaniez@spjst.com or 254534-0807 for car show information, to volunteer at the event, or to serve as a show car judge. To donate an item or baked good for the silent auction, contact Virginia at 254-773-1575, ext.

277/VirginiaL@spjst.com or Dolores at 254-773-1575, ext.

272/ doloresb@spjst.com.

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Come One!

14th Annual Come All!

SPJST Car Show

Saturday, May 4

&

Seaton Star Hall Car Show 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For car show entry info, please visit

spjstcarshow.com or call 254.534.0809 or 254.534.0807.

Seaton Star Hall is seven miles east of Temple off Highway 53.

Czech Heritage CelebratiON Benefiting the SPJST Foundation which supports the Czech Heritage Museum and Camp Kubena

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Insuring and Enriching Lives Since 1897 www.spjst.org 800.727.7578

200+ Cars Music Kids Zone SPJST Beseda Dancers Living History Demonstrations Vendor/Food Booths & Farmers Market For booth info, call 254.931.0639

Silent Auction & 50/50 Drawing

FREE ADMISSION!

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Lodge 4, Hallettsville meets this Sunday, April 14

Wednesday, April 24 6:30 p.m. - potluck supper and April birthday celebration (come-and-go) from 5 to 10 p.m.

Dear Members, SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville will meet this Sunday, April 14, 2019, at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street.

Fraternally, Patsy Zabransky Reporter —SPJST—

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Fraternally, Margaret Krajca, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis invites members to April events Dear Members and Readers, Upcoming activities are:

Lodge 66, Waco meets Monday, April 15 The next meeting of Lodge 66, Waco will be Monday, April 15, 2019, at St. Paul’s Church at 6 p.m.

Fraternally, Dorothy Veselka, Reporter —SPJST—

Thursday, April 11 6:30 p.m. - members supper 7 p.m. - monthly meeting with social to follow

O O O Presenting 2019 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville The 2019 officers of Lodge 4, Hallettsville are, front, left to right, Secretary-Treasurer Helen Zabransky and Reporter Patsy Zabransky. BACK: Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Annie Vahalik and President Joe Siptak.

—Submitted by Patsy Zabransky, Reporter

Lodge 79 Corpus Christi meets Sunday, April 28 Dear Members, The April 21 scheduled meeting has been changed to Sunday, April 28, 2019, due to Easter Sunday on the 21st. At the April 28 meeting, we will honor the 75and 50-year members with a catered meal.

Fraternally, Virginia Rebecek, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland to honor 50-year members on May 5 SPJST Lodge 80, Holland will honor its 50-year members on Sunday, May 5, 2019, at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. There will be a brief business meeting followed by a meal and social time. Door prizes will be awarded. Make plans to come and celebrate with our honorees.

Fraternally, Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—

Lodge 81, Needville meets this Sunday SPJST Lodge 81, Needville will hold its next meeting on Sunday, April 14, 2019, since Easter falls on our regular meeting day. It was decided to have sandwiches with the lodge providing all the fixings. Members, please bring chips, dips, and a dessert. See you at the next meeting!

Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Toilet Paper Drive for Restored Hope The youth club will host a toilet paper drive for their community service project to support Restored Hope organization. Please consider donating a package or two.

Remember we will be having an afternoon svačina so please bring a dessert to share!

Fraternally, Anne Scott-Cowan Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis welcomes new member Lodge 25, Ennis Sales Agent Margaret Krajca is proud to welcomes new member Breck William Thornton. This beautiful baby boy was born at Medical City Plano on July 13, 2018, at 11:28 a.m. weighing 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 3/4 inches long.

Breck is the son of Biff and Julie (Honza) Thornton, and he is the baby brother to Hayden Olivia.

Doreen Martinek Honza is their grandmother. He is also the grandson to the late Bobby Honza, all of Ennis and lifelong members of Lodge 25, Ennis. Paternal grandparents are Valarie Thornton and David and Rosemary Neil from Bonham.

The legacy of Lodge 25 membership continues. Breck is the great-great-grandson of Joe and Annie Martinek and great-grandson of Milton and Nadine Martinek. Proud great-uncle to Breck, also of Lodge 25, is Uncle Ronnie Honza.

—SPJST—

Lodge 84, Dallas meets this Sunday, April 14 Due to Easter falling on our regular meeting date, the next meeting of Lodge 84, Dallas will be held a week earlier at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, 2019, at the home of Charles and Kathy Nemec at 10707 Webster Terrace in Dallas, Texas 75229. Call 214-351-4214 for directions.

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SPJST supports East Bernard Veterans’ Memorial Wall Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club hosts Easter egg hunt, party Saturday, April 13 Dear Members and Friends, Hop on over to join Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club in celebrating Easter with a party this Saturday, April 13, 2019.

There will be Easter egg hunts for all ages so don’t forget your baskets. We will also have crafts for the kids, food, and prizes. Of course, it wouldn’t be a party without a visit from the Easter Bunny!

The Easter party is from 2 to 5 p.m.

Food will be served from 2 to 3 p.m. Egg hunts start at 3 p.m.

Admission is free of charge, and the event is open to the public. Lodge 88 is located at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas. Call 713-869-5767 for more information.

I look forward to seeing you at this event. Come join us at Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club! If you have questions or need more information, please contact me at spjstyouthlodge88@yahoo.com.

Fraternally, Vanessa Guerrero Youth Leader —SPJST—

District Six Director Karen Kaspar presents a donation check to Emmett Tugwell, center, who is the coordinator for the East Bernard Veterans’ Memorial Wall Project. Lodge 28, East Bernard President Glenn

Kaminsky, right, assists with the presentation. The East Bernard Veterans’ Memorial Wall will recognize deceased veterans in the East Bernard School District.

Lodge 88, Houston meets Monday, April 15 Lodge 88, Houston wishes to announce a special called meeting after the monthly meeting on Monday, April 15, 2019. Please join us for the monthly meeting at 7 p.m.

Thanks, Melissa Victorick-Brown Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis members celebrate March birthdays

Tuesday, April 23 - Game night at Lodge 92 at 7 p.m.

Lodge 91, San Jacinto hosts Paws Across Texas April 19 Attention Members and Friends, The next scheduled Paws Across Texas event that will be hosted by Lodge 91, San Jacinto will be Friday, April 19, 2019, at Crosby Walmart.

Fraternally, Vonda Smesny, Secretary —SPJST—

Lodge 92, Fort Worth meets this Sunday, April 14 Dear Members and Readers, Everyone is welcome to join your fellow lodge members and friends for all upcoming activities at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth, located at 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road. We look forward to seeing you and enjoying these activities and events with you and your family at Lodge 92’s National Hall.

The monthly potluck and birthday celebration at Lodge 25, Ennis was held Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Honorees in attendance, pictured left to right, are Joe Valek, Ronnie Dlabaj, Linda Mikel, James Martinek, and Adam Martinek. The monthly event, which celebrates Lodge 25’s social and lodge members, is held on the last Wednesday of every month.

Birthday honorees receive a complimentary drink of choice. The comeand-go social is from 5 to 10 p.m. with a potluck supper at 6:30 p.m. See you there!

—Submitted by Margaret Krajca, Reporter

Wednesday, April 10 - Sportsmens Club, 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.

Sunday, April 14 - Lodge meeting at 2 p.m. Lunch will be served.

Lodge hall rental information is available from Event Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361 or online at www.nationalhallfortworth.com.

Fraternally, Angela Paprskar Casteel —SPJST—

Lodge 107, Floresville recognition banquet this Sunday, April 14 We will honor our 50-, 75-, and 100year members, Age 96 members, new members, volunteers, and sales agents on Sunday, April 14, 2019, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville hall. You and your family are invited. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. The lodge will provide the meal and dessert.

Our guest speaker will be Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny.

All members of SPJST Lodge 107 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 or Wendy Pruski at 210535-4916 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—

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Lodge 107, Floresville to join hands for animal shelter May 4 at Walmart SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville will host a Join Hands Day project on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at Floresville Walmart, 305 10th Street, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lodge 107 adults and youth club members will join hands for a pet supply drive for Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter.

Donations of Pedigree or Purina One dog food, Meow Mix cat food, Milkbone, Jerky dog or cat treats, dog/cat toys, cleaning supplies, poop bags, and money will be accepted.

For any questions, call 830-4802737. The project is sponsored by SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club; Lodge 107, Floresville adults; and Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter.

Any and all donations will go directly to Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter, 1059 CR 301, Floresville, Texas 78114. The shelter’s phone number is 830-333-3888. More information about the shelter is at www.wcnkas.org.

Please plan to join us and bring your donations to benefit this worthy organization.

Fraternally, Lian Lynn, Youth Leader —SPJST—

Lodge 196 Houston-West hosts Easter egg hunt this Saturday, April 13 SPJST Lodge 196, Houston-West will meet this Saturday, April 13 at 11 a.m. at the lodge hall with pizza afterwards. The meeting will be held prior to the Easter egg hunt.

Submitted by, Linda Bratina, Sales Agent —SPJST—

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Joe D. Nezval of Lodge 28, East Bernard celebrates 90th birthday Happy 90th birthday to Joe D. Nezval of Lodge 28, East Bernard! He was recognized at the District Six Spring Meeting held Sunday, March 24, 2019, at Moravia Catholic Church Parish Hall in Moravia.

Brother Nezval celebrated his special day on March 18. He is a 83-year member of SPJST and served Lodge 28 as president and reporter for many years.

He was also a delegate to several SPJST state conventions. Congratulations to Brother Nezval, and best wishes for many more years.

Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point sponsors SPJST Car Show SPJST Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point met Tuesday, March 12, 2019, at Olive Garden Restaurant in Temple.

The meeting was called to order at 11:35 a.m. by President Ingrid Petrik.

After the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer, minutes from the January meeting were presented by Secretary Melanie Zavodny. Several correspondence items were read. A letter of thanks was received from SPJST Foundation Treasurer Roy Vajdak for the lodge’s $500 donation to the 2018 SPJST Car Show. A letter of thanks was received from Helping Hands Ministry Executive Director Tasha Roberts for the lodge’s $350 donation.

Members extend a welcome to Ronnie Gaines who is a new sales agent for Lodge 246.

The lodge sends its sympathy to the family of member Albert L. Schiller of Heidenheimer who passed away on November 7, 2018. Brother Schiller was a longtime member of Lodge 246.

Fifty-year members for 2019 are Louis Jerry Motl, Jr. of Morgan’s Point; Edward William Pavelka of Plano; and Sharon Lynn Pavelka of Hewitt. Congratulations to these members!

The lodge welcomes Richard C. Dixon as a new member of Lodge 246.

Treasurer David Nauert presented the lodge’s financial report. He stated that a direct deposit was received from SPJST for the 2018 annual premium refund.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Charlie Herendon announced that this

year’s 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive will be concluding on March 31.

Join Hands Day is May 4, which is also the 14th Annual SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration. The District Two Spring Meeting will be Sunday, March 17 at Lodge 48, Beyersville, and the State 42 Domino Tournament is Saturday, April 6.

Members assisted at the SPJST Car Show on Friday, February 22 through Sunday, February 24 at the Temple Area Builders Association (TABA) Home and Garden Show at the Bell County Expo Center in Belton. As a service project, members parked and registered vehicles, handed out people’s choice ballots, and assisted with other duties throughout the weekend. It was a successful weekend event.

Members will plan a visit to the S.P.J.S.T. Senior Living Center in Taylor to play bingo with the residents.

The lodge will send snacks to a former youth club member – JB Anderson of Lodge 18, Elgin – who is currently stationed in Afghanistan with the United States Army.

Members discussed sponsoring the SPJST Car Show and Czech Heritage Celebration on Saturday, May 4 in Seaton as this year’s Join Hands Day project. All voted in favor of a $500 gold sponsorship for the event which benefits the SPJST Foundation. Lodge members will also assist at the event.

The lodge will consider hosting a meal for Feed My Sheep during the year. Members were asked to think about purchasing socks, toothpaste, toothbrushes, etc. for the individuals who are served by Feed My Sheep for Christmas. These items could be wrapped as presents and presented to the individuals. The project will be dis-

cussed at the next meeting.

The meeting was adjourned at 12:05 p.m. Everyone then enjoyed a delicious meal of unlimited soup, salad, and breadsticks.

Next Meeting—May 13 The next meeting will be Monday, May 13 at 11:30 a.m. at Cracker Barrel in Temple. In July, members plan to participate in the Fourth of July parade in Belton. Members talked about meeting in August at Jake’s Chinese Buffet in Belton.

Fraternally, Melanie Zavodny Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new member Lodge 47, Seaton welcomes new member Waylon James Moore.

Waylon was born on January 10, 2019, in Temple, Texas, to proud parents Tanner and Christena Moore. Waylon is the grandchild of Rick and Marcie Beck of Lodge 47, Seaton and James and Nancy Moore of Burnet. He is the great-grandson of the late Otis Beck who served as president of Lodge 177, Academy for many years.

—SPJST—

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Grand Re-Opening of Lodge 19, Velehrad Hall set for Sunday, May 19 at TCHCC in La Grange SPJST members, family members, and their guests are cordially invited to participate in the Grand Re-Opening of the SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad lodge hall on the campus of Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) in La Grange. The event takes place on Sunday, May 19, 2019, in conjunction with TCHCC’s annual Slavnost Mayfest: A Tribute to Czech-Texas Immigrants of All Years. Admission is $10 per person and includes the meal and all events. The program begins at 10:30 a.m. with the opening ceremony. A fried chicken dinner starts at 11:30 a.m. with music by the Texas Dutchmen from 12:30 until 5 p.m. The grand re-opening of the SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad hall takes place at 1:30 p.m. and will be followed later that afternoon by the traditional May Pole dance.

The Velehrad lodge hall was previously located on a two-acre tract in the northern part of Lavaca County in the Velehrad community. The area was settled in the 1850s and was named Velehrad or “Big Castle” for the Czech

city of the same name. The Velehrad lodge hall was built in 1895 by Lodge Radhost 114 C.S.P.S (Cesko Slovanska Podporujici Spolek), which pre-dated the founding of SPJST in 1897. Not only did the lodge hall serve as a community center lodge room, it also served as a school. When the enrollment of the 1883 Velehrad School became too large, school was conducted in the Velehrad Lodge Hall.

During the spring of 2006, the outside of the hall was restored by members of the SPJST District Six Cemetery Association. The SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad hall is in the final stages of restoration and will be the latest additional to the TCHCC Czech Village which will also be open for tours on May 19.

“The SPJST Foundation expresses tremendous gratitude to those District Six members who rescued this historic SPJST charter lodge hall from obscurity in 2006,” says SPJST Foundation President Brian Vanicek. “Thanks to those caring individuals and the generous support of SPJST Foundation contributors, the Velehrad lodge hall will be a place where history comes to life and new memories are made.”

Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center is located at 250 West Fairgrounds Road in La Grange, Texas.

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In Memoriam In Memory of Michelle Mikeska Michelle Renee Mikeska, age 52, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2019.

Graveside service will be Saturday, April 13 at 11 a.m. at Skyvue Memorial Gardens, 7220 Rendon Bloodworth Road in Mansfield. Michelle Mikeska Michelle was born on July 12, 1966, to Ella and Ray-

mond Mikeska of Arlington.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington and KJZT. Survivors include her father Raymond Mikeska; brothers Randal Mikeska and David Mikeska; sisters Cynthia Boyd Klinger and Janis Reed; additional family members Tara Moore, Madeleine Moore, Lauren Reed, Kennedi Reed, Chelsea Martin, Hadley Martin, DeCaln Martin, and Rachel Reed; and numerous other family and friends.

Michelle was preceded in death by mother Ella Mikeska and Brandon Boyd.

—SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston hosts “The Josephine Pflughaupt Czech Beer Garden”

The Lodge 88, Houston Czech Orchestra plays Czech music on the gazebo while attendees visit and enjoy the beautiful evening outside the lodge hall on Friday, March 22, 2019. The event was named “The Josephine Pflughaupt Czech Beer Garden” in honor of Sister

Pflughaupt’s 94th birthday. More than 125 people enjoyed celebrating Sister Pflughaupt and learning about SPJST and Lodge 88. Sister Pflughaupt, who is a 78-year member of SPJST, turned 94 on March 13.

—Submitted by Ashley Victorick, Board Chairman Sister Pflughaupt was honored with a cake and balloons. LEFT PHOTO: Josephine makes a wish as she blows out her “94” candles. Her sister Gladys Havemann looks on.

RIGHT PHOTO: Josephine is surrounded by her children. They are, daughter-in-law Dorothy and son Larry W. Pflughaupt, left, daughter Carol Globke, and son Lynn Pflughaupt.

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2018-2019 SPJST Youth Clubs’ Third Quarterly Report

Death Claims Paid in March 2019 SPJST • Temple, Texas Name

Lodge/Location

David Wayne Hajek Alfred J. Jonietz Shizuko Janca Martha Milan Joyce Ann Dittert Mildred I. Motis Elaine Marie Hintzel Frances M. Beseda George Vitek, Jr. Michael R. Pausewang Gary W. Bates Henry E. Slovak Jonathan Scott Duff Joe R. Macek John C. Merta Myrtle Culverhouse Lena R. Scasta Kenneth M. Oates Frank Emil Pajestka, Sr. Alice F. Laitkep Ronnie Dean Wolf Marie J. Keys Deborah Podhajsky Thomas F. Roach, Sr. Michael Ray Matejka Nancy Long Robert Harry Towle Joseph W. Halamik Maria Lara Patricia Helen Weathers Maureen E. Werner Eugene A. Kopetsky Doloris Mae Leopold Juventina Aguilar Cadena Albin M. Bouska Robert William Dudley Katy Bell Mikus Carolyn E. Irvin

73, Seymour 4, Hallettsville 172, Pasadena 154, Fort Worth 201, Bleiblerville-Nelsonville 66, Waco 142, Houston 6, Cottonwood 92, Fort Worth 47, Seaton 35, Elk 66, Waco 79, Corpus Christi 151, Wharton 40, El Campo-Hillje 35, Elk 94, Wheelock 206, Mexia 80, Holland 40, El Campo-Hillje 80, Holland 88, Houston 4, Hallettsville 107, Floresville 17, New Tabor 88, Houston 29, Taylor 6, Cottonwood 107, Floresville 87, Temple 154, Fort Worth 94, Wheelock 4, Hallettsville 133, San Antonio 25, Ennis 47, Seaton 29, Taylor 9, Snook

Date of Admission

December • January • February

Date of Death

Age

(Includes Reports Received by April 5, 2019)

1/10/2019 1/21/2019 8/12/2018 4/09/2017 1/31/2019 1/17/2019 1/01/2019 12/20/2015 10/28/2018 8/20/2018 5/09/2018 2/03/2019 12/28/2018 1/09/2019 2/08/2019 1/21/2019 2/02/2019 1/23/2019 2/26/2019 1/13/2019 2/04/2019 2/02/2019 2/26/2017 2/02/2019 2/11/2019 10/29/2018 11/22/2018 2/18/2019 1/20/2019 1/29/2019 5/17/2009 2/20/2019 9/30/2018 2/04/2019 11/08/2018 11/29/2018 2/10/2019 1/30/2019

67 88 89 83 79 92 74 95 81 51 58 87 47 83 86 98 86 77 92 86 64 89 58 79 61 85 82 56 82 71 72 78 78 90 92 96 93 87

District One

1/23/1952 3/01/1955 9/12/1969 5/11/1977 1/01/1949 7/22/1964 2/17/1999 7/31/1969 5/21/1979 3/16/1976 11/21/1963 12/22/1966 11/01/2013 12/15/1947 3/08/1990 3/08/1974 2/17/1954 12/10/2002 3/01/1952 2/25/1948 10/23/1973 6/13/1949 4/30/1974 11/02/2001 8/09/1976 12/01/1983 8/27/1999 1/18/1979 4/05/2007 12/28/1999 9/07/1978 1/01/1957 11/02/1955 8/01/1991 1/01/1946 2/28/2003 9/15/1987 3/19/2002

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

Fraternally, Leonard D. Mikeska, FIC Chief Financial Officer —SPJST—

Lodge 9 13 17

Total Name Attendance Disbursement Snook 63 $126 Dime Box 16 $ 32 New Tabor 53 $106 District One Average Attendance - 44

District Two 20 24 29 47 48 80 *182 187

Granger 21 Cyclone 24 Taylor 21 Seaton 79 Beyersville 21 Holland 27 Falls County 9 Round Rock 19 District Two Average Attendance - 74

*6 25 84 154

Cottonwood 12 Ennis 28 Dallas 15 Fort Worth 40 District Three Average Attendance - 32

49 160 *215

Rowena 22 San Angelo 27 South Plains 3 District Four Average Attendance - 17

$ 42 $ 48 $ 42 $158 $ 42 $ 54 $ 0* $ 38

District Three $ $ $ $

0* 56 30 80

District Four $ 44 $ 54 $ 0*

District Five 81 88 142 *162

Needville 30 Houston 39 Houston 31 lowa Colony 3 District Five Average Attendance - 34

30 40 148

Taiton 49 El Campo-Hillje 36 El Maton 15 District Six Average Attendance - 33

79 107 185 202

Corpus Christi 15 Floresville 19 New Braunfels 53 Jourdanton 21 District Seven Average Attendance - 36

$ $ $ $

60 78 62 0*

District Six $ 98 $ 72 $ 30

District Seven $ 30 $ 38 $106 $ 42

State Second Quarter Average Attendance - 270 * Youth clubs with an average of less than five active members do not receive any funds during the quarter.

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The deadline for all Věstník items is 12 noon the Wednesday before the publication date. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087 Email: vestnik@spjst.org 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.

State Fraternal Important 2019 Youth Dates Director says, “Come to Camp Chaperone Training Camp Kubena!”

Sunday, April 28 SPJST Home Office, Temple Sunday, May 5 Lodge 25, Ennis Leaders-in-Training (LIT)/Teen Camp Saturday, June 15 to Wednesday, June 19 SPJST Junior Camp - Session One Districts Three/Four/Five/Seven Wednesday, June 19 to Sunday, June 23

We want you to come join us at Camp Kubena! Fun times are ahead! We are extending an invitation to SPJST youth who are not part of a lodge youth club and the youth that are new to SPJST. If you have a life insurance certificate issued before May 31, 2019, you can come join us at camp! Camp is a great

place to make new friends and build selfconfidence. Camp Kubena offers swimming, games, high ropes courses, low ropes courses, BB guns, archery, and many other activities.

Qualifications for Camp If your child has completed kindergarten and is a current youth club member and has made seven out of 12 meetings, he/she will be eligible to attend camp without pay.

Youth that attend lodges with no youth club can attend seven adult meetings and qualify for camp without pay.

The lodge secretary will need to provide the Home Office with copies of the membership roster of each meeting the youth attended.

Youth that have not made at least seven meetings will be prorated $35 per meeting missed. Youth can make up a meeting by attending another local youth club. Please see your youth leader about this.

Online Camp Applications All youth completing kindergarten to 12 years of age can sign up at spjst.org until Sunday, May 26. Each camper needs to fill out a separate camp application.

Please be sure to fill in each blank, and if it does not apply to you or your child fill in the space with “N/A”. All camper applications for youth are due Sunday, May 26. Parents when register-

ing your child for camp, do not pay for the insurance offered. Parents, if you think your child’s camp is prorated, please contact the SPJST Youth Department at 800-727-7578 before paying CampDoc. Fraternally, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—

District Two wants to “take you out to the ballgame!”

Dear Vestnik Readers and Members, Spring is here, and we are ready for some outdoor fun! What better way to spend a Saturday evening than at the ballpark sitting, relaxing, and enjoying a Round Rock Express versus Nashville game at Dell Diamond?

For many of you who play ball almost daily, this might just be what the “coach” ordered for you!

Mark the date - Saturday, May 18 and plan to join all your District Two friends in Round Rock. We have seats reserved in right field (Section 126), and there is a spot for you at 6:05 p.m. Youth members, parents, friends, and all SPJST members are invited to join us. Tickets will be bought at a $12 group rate. This

District Five youth participate in spring meeting

SPJST Junior Camp - Session Two Districts One/Two/Six Tuesday, July 17 to Saturday, July 21 All Youth Camper Applications Open now at spjst.org.

—SPJST—

TOP LEFT: Assistant District Five Youth Counselor Michelle Wockenfuss leads the youth in a memorial service recognizing the deceased members of District Five at its spring meeting on Sunday, March 17, 2019, at Lodge 88, Houston. TOP CENTER: Youth remember and honor the deceased with roses. TOP RIGHT: District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzales, in back, looks on as the youth carry roses in honor of the deceased members. RIGHT PHOTO: Decorated rock contest winners are, left to right, Megan Pflughaupt (88), Kadence Miller (142), Anahi Guerrero (88), and Warren Godwin (pre-kindergarten).

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activity is for adults to join in with the youth. Active youth members will receive a big-time discount. All others will receive their seat at the $12 rate.

Following the game will be a Bob Schneider postgame concert. You can enjoy as much entertainment as you wish.

Please get in touch with your youth leader or me as soon as possible so we are certain to have a ticket for you. I can be reached at 254-718-1606 or patsyk2011@yahoo.com.

Cristy, Amber, and I want to “Take you out to the ballgame!”

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—

District Two asks dancers to return beseda costumes We are asking for the return of all old beseda costumes. We have two groups of beseda dancers this year so if anyone with a costume who is not dancing can please turn in the costume either at their lodge or to the SPJST Home Office in Temple, it would be greatly appreciated.

Please let me know if you have any questions. I can be reached at 254-7189453 or dlburtbiz@gmail.com.

Fraternally, Deanna Burt Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—

Lodge 25, Ennis youth plays baseball Lodge 25, Ennis youth enjoys district lock-in

Dear Readers, I am playing baseball this spring. My dad is the coach. We lost four games so far.

Maison Holland, age 8 —SPJST—

Dear Readers, I enjoyed the District Three lock-in.

We did crafts, played, and created new bonds and friendships. We also enjoyed pizza, punch, and cookies. I can’t wait till camp and YAD. Madison Holland, age 11 —SPJST—

SPJST April Vestnik Project - Arbor Day This project earns a maximum 1 point in the SPJST Youth Clubs Merit Points System. Mail completed project no later than May 15, 2019 to: SPJST Youth Program c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

Name___________________________________________________________ Age______________ Lodge______________

The First American Arbor Day The first American Arbor Day was originated in Nebraska City, Nebraska by J. Sterling Morton. On April 10, 1872, an estimated one million trees were planted in Nebraska.

Birdsey Northrop of Connecticut was responsible for globalizing the idea when he visited Japan in 1883 and delivered his Arbor Day and Village Improvement message. In that same year, the American Forestry Association made Northrop the Chairman of the committee to campaign for Arbor Day nationwide. He also brought his enthusiasm for Arbor Day to Australia, Canada, and Europe.

lower urban temperatures, help to manage stormwater runoff, improve the health and well-being of residents, reduce crime, and bolster community pride.

But between urbanization and increasingly destructive natural disasters, many cities and towns no longer have the trees they need. We must act to green communities worldwide and ensure that everyone has access to the benefits trees provide.

Now find your way through the maze.

Our Forest

Globally, approximately 18 million acres are lost each year — to raging wildfires, insects, disease, climate change, and more.

The need for reforestation is dire, and we are committed to revitalizing forests across the country and around the globe — ensuring that they live on to provide life-sustaining benefits for future generations.

Community trees are a critical element of urban life. In addition to providing natural beauty, these trees reduce air pollution,

Source: https://www.timefortrees.org/

Forests provide wildlife habitat, natural beauty, and recreational opportunities. They filter our air and our water. They are vital to life as we know it. And they need our help.

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District One Youth Participate in Spring Meeting Sunday, March 31, 2019 • SPJST Lodge 9, Snook • Submitted by Holly Narro, Assistant District Youth Counselor The District One Spring Meeting was held on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at Lodge 9, Snook. Youth participated in the decorated rock contest and youth development

workshop. They also played games at Snook Park and enjoyed an Easter egg hunt.

Thank you to Lodge 9, Snook for hosting the meeting and for the delicious meal.

Decorated Rock Contest Winners. LEFT PHOTO: Kindergarten to 8 Years - 3rd - Jaycee Parker (17), 2nd - Lila Supak (17), 1st - Abby Lopez (17). PHOTO 2: Ages 12 to 14: 1st - Carson Parker (17). PHOTO 3: Age

15 to High School Senior - 3rd - Elias Rose (186), 2nd - Sydney Faust (9), 1st - Jessica Enrique (186). RIGHT PHOTO: First place winners Abby Lopez (17), Carson Parker (17), and Jessica Enrique (186).

Having fun playing games at the park. Thank you, LITs!

Easter Egg Hunt!

Youth Development Workshop

Scenes from the District One Spring Meeting

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Lodge 25, Ennis youth learns skills to help in run for king

Swimming On spring break, I’m going to Katy.

I’m going to go swimming. I’m ready to be out of school for a while.

Cotton Wood, age 8

Dear Readers, I’m from Lodge 25, Ennis. I am going to the district lock-in. I look forward to becoming a better leader. I will learn skills to help me when I run for District Three King. I hope to leave with more ideas for my speech for king. I am excited to spend time with my district.

Sincerely, Preston Sullivan, age 14 —SPJST—

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Lodge 49, Rowena youth share spring break adventures

Visiting Cousins This next week during spring break, we are going to Katy. We are going to be visiting our cousins. we will be swimming, playing games, and much more.

Tanner Wood, age 14 ••• MHS Cheer I made Miles High School Cheerleader for this next year. I can’t wait to cheer for the Bulldogs.

Olivia Schwertner, age 15 •••

Fishing Last weekend, I went fishing with my cousin. It was very cold. We went to Hord’s Creek. Now this weekend, we are going to Katy to see my second cousins.

Hunter Wood, age 13

Track Relays I am so glad that track is over. At district, we got third in the sprint relay. We got fourth in the 800 meter relay, and we got fourth in the mile relay.

Grace Schwertner, age 13

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Lodge 79 Corpus Christi youth wins spelling bee

Lodge 154, Fort Worth Welcomes New Youth Club Member

Softball Game This coming Monday, I have a softball game. I’m playing catcher. This Saturday, I’m going with a friend to a birthday party.

Bella Schwertner, age 9 —SPJST—

Lodge 154 Fort Worth youth shows rabbits, wins Best of Breed

Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club meets this Friday, April 12 Please join us at Lodge 88, Houston this Friday, April 12, 2019, at 6 p.m. for the monthly youth club meeting. If you have questions or need more information, please contact me by email at spjstyouthlodge88@yahoo.com.

I look forward to seeing you. Come join us at Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club!

Fraternally, Vanessa Guerrero Youth Leader —SPJST—

Dear Readers, My name is Macy Jones. I’m from Lodge 154, Fort Worth. This past month, I showed my rabbits at the Denton County Rabbit Show. I got one Best of Breed, four first places, and one second place.

Macy Jones, age 14 —SPJST—

Lodge 154 Fort Worth youth participates in talent show

Lodge 154 Fort Worth youth shares spring break

Dear Readers, I had a talent show last Thursday, and it was amazing! I danced with my best friend Bella. I was terrified, but as soon as I got out on stage, I was fine. I was so happy!

Kyleigh Hernandez, age 11 —SPJST—

Dear Readers, Over spring break, I went to my Papa’s house. I went to Monster Jam and the circus. I am new to SPJST, and I’m excited to be a member. So far, it has been the best!

Mylie Masters, age 11 —SPJST—

NIKOLAS NOBLE

Lodge 79, Corpus Christi Youth Club member Sarah Urbanovsky displays a first place trophy for winning a spelling bee at Bishop Garriga Middle School. Sarah, who is the daughter of Michael and Becky Urbanovsky, was also accepted into the National Honor Society. Congratulations, Sarah!

Lodge 154, Fort Worth welcomes Nikolas Noble, age seven.

He is the son Stephanie Noble and Reagan Noble, and his sister is Lilly Noble.

Nikolas enjoys Minecraft, baseball, and being with friends.

He attends Bryson Elementary School, where he is in first grade.

Nikolas participates on a sports team called Direworks.

—SPJST—

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District Six youth participate in workshop, spring meeting District Six hosted a youth development workshop on Sunday, March 24, 2019, in Moravia prior to the district spring meeting.

RIGHT PHOTO: Flag Bearer Grant Bubela of Lodge 30, Taiton. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Rock contest youth participants are, left to right, Maysen Manrriquez (40), Adryanna Manzano (40), Claire Manrriquez (40), Bethany Baker (30), Saydee Manrriquez (40), Brooke Bacak (30), Abigail Garrett (30), Brett Bacak (30), Millie Garrett (30), Brittany Baker (30), and Grant Bubela (30). BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: First place winners of the decorated rock contest are, left to right, Brittany Baker, Grant Bubela, Brooke Bacak, and Millie Garrett, all of Lodge 30, Taiton.

Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club hosts Easter egg hunt, party this Saturday, April 13 Dear Members and Friends, Hop on over to join Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club in celebrating Easter with a party this Saturday, April 13, 2019.

There will be Easter egg hunts for all ages so don’t forget your baskets. We will also have crafts for the kids, food, and prizes. Of course, it wouldn’t be a party without a visit from the Easter Bunny!

The Easter party is from 2 to 5 p.m.

Food will be served from 2 to 3 p.m. Egg hunts start at 3 p.m.

Admission is free of charge, and the event is open to the public. Lodge 88 is located at 1435 Beall Street in Houston, Texas. Call 713-869-5767 for more information.

I look forward to seeing you. Come join us at Lodge 88, Houston Youth Club!

Fraternally, Vanessa Guerrero, Youth Leader —SPJST—

Lodge 107, Floresville to join hands for animal shelter May 4 at Walmart SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville will host a Join Hands Day project on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at Floresville Walmart, 305 10th Street, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lodge 107 adults and youth club members will join hands for a pet supply drive for Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter.

Donations of Pedigree or Purina One dog food, Meow Mix cat food, Milkbone, Jerky dog or cat treats, dog/cat toys, cleaning supplies, poop bags, and money will be accepted.

For any questions, call 830-4802737. The project is sponsored by SPJST Lodge 107, Floresville Youth Club; Lodge 107, Floresville adults; and Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter.

Any and all donations will go directly

to Wilson County No Kill Animal Shelter, 1059 CR 301, Floresville, Texas 78114. The shelter’s phone number is 830-333-3888. More information about the shelter is at www.wcnkas.org.

Please plan to join us and bring your donations to benefit this worthy organization.

Fraternally, Lian Lynn, Youth Leader —SPJST—

Lodge 154, Fort Worth youth travels during spring break Dear Readers, My name is Reid Jones, and I’m going to tell you about spring break. I went to St. Louis, Wisconsin, Chicago then back to St. Louis for the last weekend.

Reid Jones, age 17 —SPJST—

Lodge 154, Fort Worth youth: an amazing 13th year

Lodge 154, Fort Worth youth ready to participate

Dear Readers, I am in the seventh grade now, and I have a best friend. I am excited to go to youth camp with my family. I got to have the perfect year; I turned 13, I got into tennis, and I made several new friends. I have a pet turtle that I got at Westfest, and she is the best. I went to my friend’s 13th birthday. We went to an escape room and got handcuffed together. Don’t worry, we got out! This year has been amazing!

Holly Jones, age 13 —SPJST—

Dear Readers, I’m Niko, and I like bugs. I have good hair, and I like baseball. I’m a new youth club member and can’t wait to do more stuff.

Niko Noble, age 7 —SPJST—

Lodge 154, Fort Worth youth loves school Dear Readers, I love school. It is fun, and I learn a lot in school. I’m in the third grade, and my teacher’s name is Mrs. Bellucci. My favorite thing so far this year is when we got to go to the Perot museum on a field trip.

Mckenzie Burcie, age 9 —SPJST—

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Welcome Home, Youth Leaders! SPJST is Where the Heart is!

Youth Leaders Workshop • Saturday, March 23, 2019 • SPJST Home Office in Temple, Texas

District Seven youth participate in spring meeting

LEFT PHOTO: District Seven youth lead the flag ceremony at the beginning of the District Seven Spring Meeting on Sunday, March 10, 2019, at Lodge 107, Floresville. CENTER PHOTO: Congratulations to first place decorated rock contest winners! They are, left to right, Lily Howard (185), Megan Ohnheiser (185), Kayla Fair (202), and Kelly House (202).

RIGHT PHOTO: Youth enjoy the beautiful sunny, warm day playing in a bounce house. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: District Seven Duchess Jenna Fair (202) enjoys a craft. BELOW PHOTO 2: District Seven Queen Kelly House (202) brings in the United States flag. In back is Katlyn Polasek (202). BELOW RIGHT PHOTOS: Easter bunny fun and bounce house fun!

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SPJST Youth LeaderS, youth Clubs earn awards District One Lodge 9, Snook *Top Youth Club Award* 2018 Incentive - $340 2019 Allocation - $673.42 Assistant District Youth Counselor Hannah Kovar - 2 years Youth Leader Loree Lewis - 4 years Assistant Youth Leader Laura Sebesta - 3 years

Lodge 13, Dime Box 2019 Allocation - $117.58 District Youth Counselor Sharon Russell - 21 years Youth Leader Julie Schneider - 1 year Assistant Youth Leader Sherry Lehmann - 1 year

Lodge 17, New Tabor 2018 Incentive - $40 2019 Allocation - $466.05 Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Holly Narro - 28 years Assistant Youth Leader Susan Skrabanek - 42 years

Lodge 186, Caldwell 2019 Allocation - $198.82 Youth Leader Yolanda Brinkman - 17 years Assistant Youth Leader Carol Coker - 17 years

District Two Lodge 20, Granger 2018 Incentive - $10 2019 Allocation - $218.06 Youth Leader Brita Goodman - New Assistant Youth Leader Emilie Tischler - 31 years

Lodge 24, Cyclone 2018 Incentive - $20 2019 Allocation - $247.99 Youth Leader Kim Campbell - 13 years

Lodge 29, Taylor 2018 Incentive - $80 2019 Allocation - $218.06 Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Cristy Girod - 11 years

Lodge 47, Seaton *Top Youth Club Award* 2018 Incentive - $360 2019 Allocation - $805.96 District Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky - 36 years Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Amber Bartek - 6 years Assistant Youth Leader Chelsea Bilbrey - 3 years

Lodge 48, Beyersville

Lodge 160, San Angelo

Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje

2018 Incentive - $50 2019 Allocation - $153.92 Youth Leader Michelle Newsom - 5 years

*Top Youth Club Award* 2018 Incentive - $510 2019 Allocation - $215.92 Youth Leader Ryan Jansa - 1 year

2018 Incentive - $20 2019 Allocation - $239.44 Youth Leader Cathy Garcia - 7 years Assistant Youth Leader Felicia Garcia - 1 year

Lodge 80, Holland 2018 Incentive - $60 2019 Allocation - $226.61 Youth Leader Kelly Taisler - 1 year

Lodge 182, Falls County 2019 Allocation - $76.96 Youth Leader Becky Beckendorf - 11 years Assistant Youth Leader Jason Beckendorf - 13 years

Lodge 187, Round Rock 2019 Allocation - $138.96 Youth Leader Jennifer McCarthy - 9 years

District Three Lodge 6, Cottonwood 2019 Allocation - $102.62 Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka - 32 years

Lodge 25, Ennis 2018 Incentive - $240 2019 Allocation - $282.19 Youth Leader Rita Holland - 16 years Assistants Youth Leaders Betty Macalik - 12 years Jennifer Dvorak - 9 years Margaret Krajca - 10 years

Lodge 84, Dallas 2018 Incentive - $20 2019 Allocation - $128.27 Youth Leader Lynda Novak - 37 years Assistant Youth Leaders Kelly Tucker - 9 years Vicki Sims - 33 years

Lodge 154, Fort Worth 2018 Incentive - $30 2019 Allocation - $282.19 District Youth Counselor Mary Steinman - 1 year Assistant DYC/Co-Youth Leader Appa Burcie - 1 year Co-Youth Leader CarrieAnn Jones - 8 years

District Four Lodge 49, Rowena 2018 Incentive - $60 2019 Allocation - $207.37 Assistant DYC Laura Pospichal - 4 years Youth Leader Becky Wood - 4 years

Lodge 215, South Plains 2019 Allocation - $25.65 District Youth Counselor Pam Lehmann - 5 years Youth Leader Janeece Williams - 19 years

District Five Lodge 81, Needville 2018 Incentive - $20 2019 Allocation - $299.30 Youth Leader Madalyn Gadway - 2 years Assistant Youth Leader Bradley Stavinoha - 5 years

Lodge 88, Houston *Top Youth Club Award* 2018 Incentive - $480 2019 Allocation - $303.57 Honorary DYC/Youth Leader Barbara Linney-Gonzales - 30 years Honorary Assistant DYC/ Assistant Youth Leader Michelle Wockenfuss - 13 years District Youth Counselor Melissa Victorick-Brown - New Youth Leader Vanessa Guerrero - New Assistant Youth Leader Krystal Flores - New Sandra Latigo - New

Lodge 142, Houston 2018 Incentive - $90 2019 Allocation - $258.68 Assistant DYC/Assistant Youth Leader Amanda Muzny - New Youth Leader Catherine Manchack - 14 years

Lodge 162, Iowa Colony 2019 Allocation - $38.48 Youth Leader Brenda Moyle - 15 years

District Six Lodge 4, Hallettsville Assistant DYC Susan Siptak - 16 years

Lodge 30, Taiton *Top Youth Club Award* 2018 Incentive - $310 2019 Allocation - $350.60 DYC/Youth Leader Lisa Bubela - 25 years Assistant Youth Leader Kirby Lange - 4 years

Lodge 148, El Maton 2019 Allocation - $147.51 Youth Leader Melissa Zielonka - 10 years Assistant Youth Leader Christopher Zielonka - 13 years

District Seven Lodge 79, Corpus Christi 2019 Allocation - $134.68 Youth Leader Marcia Rew - 4 years Assistant Youth Leader Christina Rew - 1 year

Lodge 107, Floresville *Top Youth Club Award* 2018 Incentive - $300 2019 Allocation - $166.75 Assistant DYC/Youth Leader Lian Pruski - 3 years Assistant Youth Leader Launa Tholkes - New

Lodge 185, New Braunfels 2018 Incentive - $20 2019 Allocation - $519.49 DYC/Assistant Youth Leader April Howard - 9 years Youth Leader Jessica McCoy - New Assistant Youth Leaders Theresa Haag - 32 years

Lodge 202, Jourdanton 2018 Incentive - $30 2019 Allocation - $156.06 Youth Leader Regina House - 15 years Assistant Youth Leader Sandra Hoggard - 11 years

Youth Leader incentives Lodge 9, Snook Loree Lewis $100 incentive

Lodge 47, Seaton Amber Bartek $100 incentive

Lodge 160, San Angelo Ryan Jansa $100 incentive

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District One

District Two

District Three

Left to right, ADYC/YL Holly Narro (17), YL Julie Schneider (13), AYL Sherry Lehmann (13), DYC Sharon Russell (13), ADYC Hannah Kovar (9), YL Loree Lewis (9).

Front, left to right, ADYC/YL Amber Bartek (47), DYC Patsy Koslovsky (47), AYL Emilie Tischler (20), YL Michelle Newsom (48). BACK: AYL Jason Beckendorf (182), YL Becky Beckendorf (182), YL Kim Campbell (24), AYL Chelsea Bilbrey (47), Director Jesse Pospisil (29).

Front, left to right, Cherri Petr (84), ADYC/YL Appa Burcie (154), DYC Mary Steinman (154), YL Lynda Novak (84). BACK: Director John Engelke (66), AYL Jennifer Dvorak (25), AYL Vicki Sims (84), YL Peggy Dobecka (6), YL Rita Holland (25), YL CarrieAnn Jones (154).

District Four

District Five

District Six

Left to right, YL Janeece Williams (215), DYC Pam Lehmann (215), Nancy Schwertner (49), YL Becky Wood (49), Springer Jansa (160), YL Ryan Jansa (160), ADYC Laura Pospichal (49).

Left to right, AYL Krystal Flores (88), AYL Sandra Left to right, ADYC Susan Siptak (4), Patsy Baker Latigo (88), YL Vanessa Guerrero (88), Direc- (30), DYC/YL Lisa Bubela (30), YL Cathy Garcia tor/AYL Bradley Stavinoha (81), YL Madeline (40).

Gadway (81), YL Brenda Moyle (162), DYC Melissa Victorick-Brown (88).

District Seven Front, left to right, YL Marcia Rew (79), DYC/AYL April Howard (185), ADYC/YL Lian Pruski (107), AYL Launa Tholkes (107). BACK: AYL Christina Rew (79), YL Jessica McCoy (185), AYL Theresa Haag (185), AYL Sandra Hoggard (202), YL Regina House (202).

District Youth Clubs incentives and allocations District One 2018 Incentive: $200 2019 Youth Allocation: $5,823.45

District Youth Counselors Left to right, District One - Sharon Russell, District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, District Three Mary Steinman, District Four - Pam Lehmann, District Five - Melissa Victorick-Brown, District Six - Lisa Bubela, and District Seven - April Howard.

District Two

District Four

District Six

2018 Incentive: $400 2019 Youth Allocation: $8,346.08

2018 Incentive: $200 2019 Youth Allocation: $1,795.78

2018 Incentive: $100 2019 Youth Allocation: $2,950.20

District Three

District Five

District Seven

2018 Incentive: $200 2019 Youth Allocation: $3,600.10

2018 Incentive: $200 2019 Youth Allocation: $3,907.95

2019 Youth Allocation: $3,394.87

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2018 - 2019 Youth Club Member Update - Merit Points and Meeting Attendance Third Quarter Merit Points and Meeting Attendance The totals below in the column labeled “Pts” are merit points earned in the June 2018 to May 2019 youth year. This is total merit points for the 2018-2019 youth year thus far. Please see “What is the Merit Point System?” for complete information about the contest.

The number in the column labeled “Mtgs” is the number of meetings each youth club member has attended from June 2018 to May 2019. Please see “What is an Active Youth Member?” below to determine number of meetings needed to participate in youth activities.

What is the Merit Point System?

Youth club members earn merit points for participating in SPJST lodge, district, and state activities. At the end of the youth year, points are totaled and the youth with the highest points in the youth club receive cash awards.

Contest Dates June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2019 Merit Point Contest Age Divisions Junior—Entering Kindergarten to Age 12 Teen—Age 13 to High School Senior Rules The youth leader or assistant youth leader is responsible for keeping track of the merit points for each active member of the youth club. The points are to be sent to the State Fraternal Director on the Quarterly and Merit Point Reports each quarter. Youth club members are also encouraged to keep up with their points and turn them in to the youth leader on a quarterly basis. This system helps both the youth leader and the youth member keep better records of youth participation.

Current, official Quarterly and Merit Point Reports, available from the State Fraternal Director may only be used in the Merit Point Contest.

The Quarterly and Merit Point Reports sent to the State Fraternal Director by the youth leader will be kept on file for at least six months following the conclusion of the contest.

Merit points are earned for only those activities listed under Youth Point Values.

An activity can only earn points in one category on the point sheet.

When in doubt about any activity earning points, contact the State Frater-

nal Director prior to the contest conclusion.

Everyone will be subject to the same rules in every contest. Failure to comply with any rule shall mean immediate withdrawal.

Merit Point Awards First through fifth place awards are presented in the junior and teen divisions of each youth club. The amount of points that top winners receive in both divisions will determine where the point rankings of the first through fifth winning categories begin. First place winners will be those equal to and 20 points below the top place winner in their age division. Second Place will be 21 to 40 points below the top winner in their age division. Third place will be 41 to 60 points below the top winner in their age division. Fourth place will be 61 to 80 points below the top winner in their age division. Fifth place will be 81 to 100 points below the top winner in their age division.

Awards are presented on the lodge, district, and state levels in the junior and teen merit point contests. At each District YAD, the Home Office presents first through fifth place awards to qualifying junior and teen youth club members. The junior and teen with the most points in each district also receive recognition. In the event of a tie, all who tied for first place will receive the award.

Junior and Teen Point Awards First Place $30 Second Place - $25 Third Place - $20 Fourth Place - $15 Fifth Place $10 What is an Active Youth Member?

A youngster with a current SPJST insurance certificate may enter the youth program the youth year that he/she will be entering kindergarten.

To be considered active, youth club member must attend a majority (seven) of the monthly meetings during the year. The youth must attend the majority of these meetings at his/her home youth club. In those instances where a lodge does not have a youth club, the youngster may attend adult lodge meetings or the meetings of another youth club. The youngster will be eligible for camp and Youth Achievement Day (YAD) after the

completion of his/her kindergarten year. Active youth members must be single and not be pregnant or a parent.

The age of the youth on June 1 of the current youth year will be the recognized age in the SPJST Youth Program (camp, YAD, contests, etc.).

The youth year begins June 1 and ends May 31. Youth club eligibility ends when the youth graduates from high school.

Dist Ldg Name Pts Mtgs Dist Ldg

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District Number Lodge Number Youth club member Merit points earned June 2018 to May 2019 Youth club meetings attended June to May Name

Pts Mtgs

Becka, Ryder 55 Becker, Aubrey 19 Brisco, Jaxson 2 Brisco, Jaycie 14 Eldridge, Konnor 26 Faust, Sydney 74 Gill, Caiden 41 Gill, Jr., Beau 41 Green, Joshua 76 Green, Riley 78 Hruska, II, J. Beaux 91 Hruska, Jase 17 Hruska, Kyleigh 80 Junek, Kade 2 Kienow, Dakota 73 Kienow, Shane 57 Lauderdale, Jade 88 Lauderdale, Zane 86 Lewis, Grace 109 Macik, Alexis 12 Macik, Brayden 12 Macik, Kirk J. 12 Miller, Carmen 27 Nicks, Courtlyn 50 Rodriguez, Madelyn 46 Sebesta, Charlee 64 Sebesta, Hagan 92 Sebesta, Kimber 54 Sebesta, McKenzie 59 Sebesta, Sierra 85 See, Caleb 101 See, Colby 98 See, IV, John William 72 See, Wesley 68 Tates, Tatiana 69 Vacha, Natalie 74 Walker, Kamree 70 Wilkerson, Allison 66 Williams, Makenzie 52 Williams, Payton 34 Withem, Brett 84 Withem, Kennedi 84 Ford, Brodie 45 Ford, Haley 45 Lehmann, Bradley 60 Ramirez, Jayce 58 Spitzenberger, Joshua 53

6 1 0 2 4 4 4 4 7 7 8 3 7 0 6 6 7 7 7 2 2 2 4 6 3 6 9 5 6 8 9 8 6 6 5 7 6 8 6 4 7 7 5 5 8 9 5

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

13 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 186 186 186 186 186 186 186 186 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 24 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 29 47 47 47 47 47

Woodward, Carisa 67 Chmelar, Brylee 109 Dowell, Maylee 80 Dowell, Millison 79 Dowell, Tabor 101 Hartman, Kadie 43 Johnson, Luke 21 Kellum, Ashlyn 74 Kellum, Madison 82 Kocurek, Bailen 116 Kocurek, Marley 25 Lloyd, Rylie 102 Loehr, Emma 82 Lopez, Abby 115 Lopez, Easton 82 McCuller, Cobey 96 McCuller, Macey 80 Narro, Macy 134 Parker, Carson 106 Parker, Jaycee 112 Parks, Jada 5 Perkkio, Alexia 18 Perkkio, Braden 12 Pieper, Laramie 21 Sebesta, Chandler 54 Story, Andrea 98 Supak, Emmy 48 Supak, Lila 94 Brinkman, Kyle 58 Brinkman, Marina 59 Coker, Ciara 48 Enrique, III, Jessie 75 Enrique, Jessica 77 Pineda, Patsy 54 Ramon, Keith 64 Rose, Elias 57 Braden, Kenna 84 Daulton, Gabriel 74 David, Brennon Maxx 1 Goodman, Sebastian 95 Marshall, Aubrey 93 Marshall, Sterling 93 Teague, Collin 94 Teague, Jr., James 99 Washam, Ella 30 Bruggman, Shelby 50 Campbell, Cade 80 Campbell, Nash 88 Evatt, Emily 30 Evatt, Liam 30 Hoelscher, Jennifer 69 Ledford, Aniston 15 Malcik, Meghan 70 Ray, Luke 60 Stock, Ty 45 Falk, McKensie 60 Girod, Brandon 61 Girod, Hailey 92 Hajda, TJ 48 Halbrook, Kylee 26 Jirasek, Lauren 12 Jirasek, Madison 12 Kaderka, Amanda 56 Kaderka, Kara 22 Raesz, Braden 35 Sumner, Bailey 41 Sumner, Emily 37 Alexander, Chase 93 Bartek, Camdon 104 Bartek, Dannikka 82 Bartek, Everhett 109 Bilbrey, Sydney 113

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47 Bilbrey, Tyson 129 47 Burt, Jayten 60 47 Carroll, Kasen 36 47 Carroll, Kyndall 62 47 Carter, Dawsen 72 47 Carter, Jaysen 72 47 Davis, Kimora 74 47 Davis, Kingston 88 47 Dolgener, Jackson 55 47 Dolgener, R.J. 64 47 Erskine, Carson 45 47 Erskine, Jackson 38 47 Erskine, Katelyn 41 47 Erskine, Logan 31 47 Federle, Ariana 113 47 Federle, Lydia 112 47 Federle, Rebecca 116 47 Festa, Garrett 28 47 Festa, Ryan 28 47 Galler, Fiona 79 47 Gilliam, Brayden 81 47 Hejl, Kayley 1 47 Holloway, Christian 32 47 Holloway, Jakorian 75 47 Holloway, Stacey 93 47 Houston, Blake 32 47 Koslovsky, Tessa 43 47 Martinez, Kal-El 111 47 Martinez, Seth 111 47 Martinez, Tristan 51 47 Ordogne, Travis 117 47 Perry, Erin 80 47 Ranly, Elisa 53 47 Ranly, Emma 53 47 Ranly, Ian 40 47 Regan, Colton 10 47 Regan, Emma 65 47 Ringwald, Angelina 23 47 Skrabanek, Kyler 12 47 Smith, Robert Cash 48 47 Stock, Tamryn 106 47 Stone, Koby 36 47 White, Braxton 19 47 White, Brayton 19 47 Young, Kayla 62 47 Young, Kelsea 45 47 Young, Valora 16 47 Young, Zaydriana 61 48 Carrillo, Avelina 19 48 Newsom, Brooke 97 48 Newsom, Makayla 87 48 Slough, Kaylie 31 48 Slough, Lilly 31 48 Stefek, Hannah 47 48 Stefek, Hayden 53 48 Stokes, Myla 12 48 Wuensche, Trent 48 48 Wuensche, Trevor 54 80 Cammack, Conner 28 80 Cammack, Kaylyn 34 80 Cargill, Jaiden 64 80 Cosper, Alec 14 80 Cosper, Andrew 51 80 Schilling, Miley 40 80 Taisler, Clayton 93 80 Taisler, Molley 100 80 Tubbs, Brooke 67 80 Vaughan, Chase 51 80 Vaughan, Cole 49 80 Ward, Hannah 70 182 Beckendorf, Bailee 106 182 Beckendorf, Paetyn 106

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2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5

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Beckendorf, Tynlee 108 Johnson, Alexandria 75 McCarthy, Luke 79 McCarthy, Mathieu 79 Meyer, Alexis 38 Meyer, Kadnce 56 Meyer, Karter 20 Meyer, Kember 56 Charanza, Carter 68 Dobecka, Aubrianna 102 Dobecka, Quinlan 102 Dobecka, Rendon 97 Clark, Erica 58 Droste, Amanda 68 Droste, Brandon 46 Dvorak, Misty 100 Holland, Austen 42 Holland, Madison 87 Holland, Maison 75 Jurik, Chad 88 Mraz, Jacob 39 Mraz, Justin 39 Nelson, Cody 70 Oliver, Layne 69 Oliver, Morgan 71 Roberts, Aubrey 73 Sullivan, Preston 94 Ruzicka, Megan 96 Ruzicka, Ryan 87 Tucker, Josh 87 Tucker, Kalyne 91 Tucker, Kendall 92 Burcie, McKenzie 73 Hernandez, Kyleigh 42 Hernandez, Reagan 42 Humphreys, Rachael 70 Jones, Clark 90 Jones, Holly 97 Jones, Macy 104 Jones, Miles 97 Jones, Reid 102 Masters, Mylie 12 Noble, Nikolas 1 Pace, Angel 105 Stoeppleman, Madalyn 72 Suges, Steven 37 Suges, Victoria 55 Moore, Madeleine 1 Schwertner, Grace 96 Schwertner, Olivia 94 Schwertner, Colt 78 Schwertner, Bella 94 Schwertner, Tracy 77 Wood, Cotton 105 Wood, Hunter 116 Wood, Tanner 115 Craddock, Brenson 55 Craddock, Hayden 55 Gallant, Bree 50 Gallant, Reese 50 Jansa, Jake 48 Jansa, Nolan 73 Schwartz, Davis 73 Schwartz, Parker 66 Schwartz, Sterling 78 Williams, Addee 91 Dostal, Brady 38 Dostal, Elizabeth 31 Dostal, Samantha 8 Gadway, Anna 64 Mikulec, Miles 66 Mikulec, Rylie 59

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019

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easter in the Czech Republic from a to z Surviving the Czech Easter Holiday from A to Z!

A is for All Week Long: Czech Easter is a nearly week-long celebration that begins on Ugly Wednesday and continues through to the Easter Monday feast with numerous special days in between.

B is for Brunch: Easter brunch is quickly becoming a tradition in Prague with many hotels and restaurants offering special menus throughout the Easter weekend.

C is for Cantata: In Prague, the Bach Easter Cantata or mass at St. Nicholas cathedral commemorate the religious aspects of the holiday, forgotten under the communist regime when Easter was celebrated only as a rite of spring.

D is for Decorations: Aside from colored eggs and hand-made willow whips, Czechs also adorn trees and bushes with Easter regalia as part of a 19th-century European tradition originating in Germany and Austria.

G is for Good Friday: In Czech, Velký pátek, was not recognized as a national holiday under the communist regime, but it’s now officially back. Hello, four-day weekend.

H is for this traditional carol, sung by Czech children at Easter: Hody hody doprovody dejte vejce malovany Nedate-li malovany dejte aspon bily však Vam slepička snese jiny.

Give me a colored egg, if you won’t give me a colored egg, give me a white one and get your hen to lay another.

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is for Increased Security: Hard to believe, but last year in Prague, and this year again, police will be on high alert for overzealous party people—yes, Czech Easter is that kind of holiday—and criminal activity.

the Czech Easter menu including rabbit and goat. Lamb-shaped cake beránek is served for dessert.

timate Easter symbol for many Czechs who wear it to symbolize good health and happiness.

Easter without this Czech stuffing. Each year in Prague there is a competition devoted to the best one; nettles, spinach, and other herbs are added to symbolize spring rebirth.

O is for Onion Peels: Use them along with other vegetable peelings or dried leaves to decorate eggs in the natural way.

F is for Fertility Rituals: From whipping women to dousing them in water to ensure fertility, this Czech holiday comes with a trigger warning . . . not for feminists!

W is for Wearing Red: Red is still the ul-

X is for Xaverov: Obscure fact, Xaverov, a Czech village that is the site of one of the largest poultry farms in the world, is, for Czechs of a certain age, synonymous with eggs!

Y is for Yolks Be Gone: Egg are blown Z is for Zelený čtvrtek, or Green Thursday: One of the three Holy Days leading up to Easter when only vegetables including an herb-based soup are eaten, and some Czechs also drink green beer.

P is for Pomlázka: A willow-branch whip festooned with ribbons that is used in the traditional Czech Easter-whipping custom. Also for pučálky an Easter dish made of peas.

by schoolchildren to scare off Judas throughout the Holy Week.

L is for Lamb: Young meat is a staple of

Easter derives from “great night” - velká noc - after the day Christ rose from the dead.

out or hollowed before decorating per the Czech tradition.

R is for Řehtačka: These rattles are used

K is for Kraslice: The most traditional technique for coloring eggs the Czech way, these gloriously hand-painted eggs are synonymous with the holiday.

U is for Ugly Wednesday: Called Škaredá středa, this is the day Judas betrayed Jesus; and when children are let out of school early to help with preparations.

N is for Nádivka: Easter would not be

this one, but supposedly on a leap year, women get to whip the men at Easter?

is for Eggs: In Moravia, especially, Easter eggs (vejce) are decorated by hand using a variety of stunning techniques including batik and wrapping in a fine decorative wire which have made them world-renowned.

T is for Trhy: The Easter markets - velikonoční trhy - that dot the Czech capital are pretty much just like the Christmas markets. But with eggs.

V is for Velikonoce: The Czech word for

Q is for Question: We aren’t sure about

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S is for Slivovice: The preferred Easter libation, best enjoyed while parading through the village in search of female victims to spank.

M is for Mazanec: This classic Czech yeast bread, baked with an egg wash and sprinkled with almonds, is similar to the hot-cross buns of Easter tradition served elsewhere.

J is for Judas March: A 16-century White Saturday custom, Vodění Jidáše sees one lucky guy get dressed up in a bale of hay and pointy hat, parading through the village followed by legions of children collecting candy.

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Travis-Williamson Counties CHS meets Wednesday, April 17 Travis-Williamson Counties Czech Heritage Society will meet at The Pflugerville Recreation Center, 400 Immanuel Road, on Wednesday, April 17, 2019, starting at 7 p.m. After a brief meeting and refreshments, we will be participating in Czech bingo. Guests are always welcome.

For more information, please contact Eileen Rosipal at 512-452-3292 or ERosipal@aol.com.

Submitted by, Janie Zbranek TWCCHS Reporter —SPJST—

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Harris County CHS plans April 28 Czech SpringFest at Lodge 88, Houston The Harris County Chapter of the Czech Heritage Society of Texas is preparing for its annual Czech SpringFest on Sunday, April 28, 2019, at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, located at 1435 Beall Street in the Heights area.

This being the 24th annual Czech SpringFest, we look forward to having an outstanding crowd with much entertainment and many vendors selling their wares. The usual country store and sausage booth will be available. This year, we will have a Czech market sell-

SPRINGFEST St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Cyclone, Texas

Sunday April 14, 2019

ing decorative accessories, books, and other Czech items. A small silent auction of boutique items will be adjacent to the Czech market.

Craft Artist Vladimir Klimis from the Czech Republic will be there to demonstrate his skill of wood carving.

A traditional Czech Sunday dinner will be served from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Music will be provided by the Kovanda Czech Band from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., and the Texas Legacy Czech Band will play from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Submitted by, Charles Waligura 2019 SpringFest Chairman —SPJST—

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 254899-2935 or email czechheritagemuseum@gmail.com.

24th Annual

Czech SpringFest Sunday, April 28, 2019 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

SPJST Lodge 88 Hall • 1435 Beall St. • Houston, Texas Admission: Adults - $8 • Children under 11 - FREE

Traditional Czech Sunday Dinner 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Adults - $10 Children under 11 - $7 Sausage with sauerkraut served after 1 p.m.

Kovanda’s Czech Band

Home-Fried Chicken and Sausage with all the trimmings

Texas Legacy Czech Band

Dine-in or Plates-to-go $10 per plate

Kolache Eating Contest

Public Invited!

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.

Second Sundays Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center,

11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Homemade Bread Pastries • Canned Goods Prize Drawing with Quilt and Gift Cards

CZECH CULTURAL CALENDAR

GUEST ARTIST: Vladimir Klimes from the Czech Republic will demonstrate his woodcarving skills. He will have many items for sale.

Several Vendors selling their artwork, handcrafts, and jewelry.

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

3 to 6 p.m.

2 to 3 p.m.

Czech Market with over 100 items to purchase.

Country Store will sell kolaches and Czech pastries.

Sponsored by the Czech Heritage Society of Texas, Harris County Chapter, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For more info, call 713-349-0500 or email chsheritage20@att.net. Visit us online at www.txchshcc.com.

VĚSTNÍK 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, 1 to 4 p.m.

Fee is $10 per person class. Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration preferred. For information, call 888785-4500; 979-968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org.

April 13 25th Annual Czech Center Museum Houston Members and Friends Dinner—at Czech Center Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto Street, Houston.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; dinner served at 7 p.m. Business/cocktail dress. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit czechcenter.org or call 713-528-2060.

April 13 Granger Tarok Tournament—at SSCM Recreation Center in Granger. Contact Willie Cervenka 979-824-9330.

April 28 24th Annual Czech SpringFest—at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street, in the Heights: Music/entertainment - Kovanda Czech Band, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Texas Legacy Czech Band, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., traditional Czech Sunday dinner - 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.,vendors, country store, sausage booth, Czech market, silent auction, wood carving demonstration by Czech Artist Vladimir Klimis. See advertisement at right. Submitted by Charles Waligura,

Wednesday, April 10, 2019 2019 SpringFest Chairman.

April 30 Brazos Valley CHS 2019 Matush Czech Heritage Scholarship Application Deadline—For scholarship application information and eligibility, contact Brazos Valley Czech Heritage Society Scholarship Committee, PO Box 3383, Bryan, Texas 77805.

Scholarship awarded at the May 19 BVCHS meeting. Submitted by, Cheryl Wenck, BVCHS Scholarship Committee.

May 1 Taylor Czech Chorus Scholarship Application Deadline—Applications available at local high school offices, can be downloaded from The Taylor Czech Chorus Facebook page, or by contacting Betty Zimmerhanzel 512352-6823. Submitted by Monica Stojaník, Taylor Czech Chorus Reporter, SPJST Lodge 20, Granger.

Grange.: Admission is $10 per person and includes meal and all events.

10:30 a.m. - program begins with opening ceremony; 11:30 a.m. - fried chicken dinner; 12:30 to 5 p.m. - Texas Dutchmen; 1:30 p.m. - grand re-opening of SPJST Lodge 19, Velehrad hall; traditional May Pole dance later in the afternoon. Grand re-opening event takes place in conjunction with TCHCC’s annual Slavnost - Mayfest: A Tribute to Czech-Texas Immigrants of All Years. TCHCC Czech Village will also be open for tours.

June 26 to July 17 Czech Summer Study Program to Prague Czech Republic—Housing, food service, Czech language instruction with professors from Charles University and a linguistic institute in Prague. For information, send an

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May 19 Marvin Grohmann Memorial Tarok Tournament—at KJT Hall in Ammannsville. Contact Wilbert Cernosek 713-462-9948.

May 19 Grand Re-Opening of Lodge 19, Velehrad Hall—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC), 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La

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Submitted by Thadious Polasek, Lodge 67, Schulenburg.

August 3 Paprskar Memorial Tarok Tournament VIII—at SPJST Lodge 92, Fort Worth - National Hall, 3316 Roberts Cut Off, Fort Worth (Lake Worth). Registration and snacks, 8 to 8:45 a.m. Play begins at 9 a.m. Six one-hour rounds. Trophies and cash for top four scores.

Registration - $25 per player and includes noon meal. For information, registration, or directions, contact John Paprskar 817-480-3480. You may register by mail by Monday, July 29 to: John Paprskar, 905 Venice Street, Hurst, Texas 76053. Late entries accepted if player slots are available.

—SPJST—

Texas Czech Genealogical Society Website: txczgs.org Promoting the study of the genealogy of the particular group of people known as “Texas Czechs.”

For membership: Marie Dulak 979-589-1903

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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) Monday, June 3—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Monday, August 5—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Monday, October 7—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Monday, December 2—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Directions: Lodge hall is located on Hwy 159 East, 3 blocks from the town square. Hall Rental Information: 979-966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of evennumbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Sunday, April 14—Lodge meeting, 3 p.m.

Sunday, July 14—Lodge meeting, 3 p.m..

Sunday, November 10—Lodge meeting, 3 p.m.

Sunday, August 18—Family Day Sunday, December 8—Christmas party Lodge Meetings: Held every other month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) Saturday, April 13—Rural School reunion Sunday, April 21—Marek Easter party Sunday, April 28—Knapek reunion Sunday, May 5—Lodge 6 meeting Lodge Hall: 700 South Czech Hall Road, West. Directions: From Interstate 35, take the West exit and stop at the blinking light. Go east at the blinking light and stay on Oak Street through downtown West. Take Farm Road 2114 East for 3 miles. Turn right on Czech Hall Road.

Lodge hall is on the right about 1/2 mile down the road.

Hall Rental Information: Peggy Dobecka 254-717-0383 or Jeanette Beseda 254-717-7840. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall.

Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Peggy 254-717-0383; or dataped@sbcglobal.net.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Monday, May 27—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Monday, August 26—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Monday, November 25—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of February, May, August, and November at 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. For information, call Youth Leader Loree Lewis 979-2204733.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 1081 County Road 425, Dime Box. Dirextions: 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. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. For information, contact Youth Leader Julie Schneider 512-269-8180.

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: Held quarterly.

For information, call 254-721-3902.

LODGE 17, NEW TABOR (1) Lodge Hall: 2674 CR 225, Caldwell. Directions: From Caldwell, turn from Hwy 36 east onto FM 166. Proceed 2.1 miles then turn left on CR 225. Go 1 mile, veering to the right. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 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. For information, call Youth Leader Holly Narro 979-218-4931.

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, 2 p.m. For information, call Youth Leader Rita Holland 469-337-2284.

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

LODGE 29, TAYLOR (2) • All Wednesday, Friday night dances - free admission • Old-fashioned hamburgers served Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, April 10—SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor members’ monthly meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. Covered dish meal following the meeting.

Friday, April 12—Second Hand Rose Band, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 17—Taylor Made Band, 7 to 10 p.m.

Guest musician - Fritz Hodde.

Friday, April 19—Glen Collins, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Friday, April 26—Clay Caster, 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 Informatio/Hall Phone: 512-352-9139. Live Music: First and third Wednesday each month, free, 7 to 10 p.m.; Friday night dance, 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. For information and meeting location, call Youth Leader Cristy Girod 512-468-1347.

LODGE 18, ELGIN (2) Sunday, April 14—Lucas Sousa Band Sunday, May 5—Glen Collins Sunday, May 19—Ed Kopecky Fun Time Band Saturday, June 22—Western Days/Class Reunions Free Dance: Glen Collins, 2 to 5 p.m.

Sunday, June 30—The Lost Cause (formerly Central Texas Sounds), polka music.

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

Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Taiton Community Center, 14221 FM 961, El Campo. For information, call Youth Leader Lisa Bubela 979-543-7120.

Lodge Hall: 702 Hwy 95 North, Elgin. Lodge 18 is a nonsmoking 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 32, VICTORIA (6) Thursday, May 9—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 11—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 12—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 14—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

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. Call Youth Leader Britta Goodman for information 254-541-5344.

Lodge Meetings: Held the second Thursday of every other month - January, March, May, July, September, and November, 2019 at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m. For information, contact Secretary Linda Mozisek 361-220-7725.

LODGE 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) Sunday, May 12—Mother’s Day Barbecue Lunch. Mark this date on your calendar, and please make plans to come out to Flag Hall with family and friends for this annual event!

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Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Cyclone. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit Hwy 53 at blinking light to FM 485; go 1 mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark Maddux 254-721-1774; or Brenda Maddux 254-721-1682. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.

For information, call Kim Campbell 254-721-0586.

LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Thursday, April 11—6:30 p.m. - members’ supper, 7 p.m. monthly lodge meeting, social to follow Wednesday April 24—5 to 10 p.m. - monthly birthday celebration (come and go), 6:30 p.m. potluck super, 9 p.m.

50/50 drawing.

LODGE 35, ELK (3) Saturday, May 11—Nolan Pick Band Saturday, May 18—Gordon Collier Band Lodge Hall: 9508 Elk Road, Axtell. Directions: From Interstate 35 in Waco, take Hwy 84 East exit. Stay on Hwy 84 East through Bellmead; go approximately 8 miles. On the right side of Hwy 84 will be a sign saying “Elk.” Take the Elk Road. Turn right on Elk Road; go approximately 1 mile; the road will dead end. Turn right at the dead end; go approximately 1/2 mile. Hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: Gene Pavelka 254-749-3326. Hall Phone: 254-863-9320. Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the hall. Sales Agent: James (Dude) Mann 254-715-0275; mrdudemann@yahoo.com.

LODGE 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830-8394353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 512-3326758.

LODGE 39, BRYAN (1) Lodge Hall: Cherry Bend Circle, Lot 12, Bryan. Directions: From Hwy 6, turn west on OSR. Go 2 miles to Mumford Road; turn left. Go 1.1 mile and turn left on Magnolia. Take the first right turn on Cherry Bend Circle. Hall (white building) is at the bend of the road. Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly - watch for date in Věstník, 1 p.m. at the hall. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Meat, drinks, and serving items provided by the lodge. Please bring a dessert or side dish. For information, call President Wade O’Shields 979-218-3527; 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: For meeting date, time, location, call Youth Leader Cathy Garcia 979-332-1614.

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. Visit www.seatonstarhall.com.

Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.Call Youth Leader Amber Bartek for information 254-931-0295.

LODGE 48, BEYERSVILLE (2) Lodge Hall: 10450 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: From Taylor, take the South Loop. Turn right on FM 112 and go about 0.8 mile. Turn right on FM 619; continue on FM 619 for approximately 4 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 512-739-9324. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the hall except April, May, June, July, and August meetings which will be held on the second Monday of these months at 6:30 p.m.

Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader Michelle Newsom 512-913-0226.

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 at 6 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month at 1 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Becky Wood for information 325-656-0029.

LODGE 51, ELLINGER (1) Lodge Meetings: Third Friday of March, June, September, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Ellinger Fire Department, West Main Street in Ellinger. For information, call Calvin 979-378-2364.

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

For information, call Freddie 254-709-2303.

LODGE 63, SWEET HOME (6) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. For meeting location or information, call Lodge Secretary Ann Moseley 361-781-2644.

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

LODGE 67, SCHULENBURG (1) Lodge Meetings: Third or fourth Sunday of March, June, September, and December (Christmas) at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg, 2 p.m. To confirm meeting date/s, call Ernest Kutac 979-561-7190.

LODGE 73, SEYMOUR (4) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 12 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For meeting location, call Alice Orsak 940-889-2391.

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

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

Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi.

Call Youth Leader Marcia Rew for information 361-5636779.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) 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: 254-6572485. Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. Lodge Meetings: Held bi-monthlty. Watch the Věstník for dates/times.

Board of Directors’ Meetings: Watch the Věstník for dates/times. Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month at the hall, 6 p.m. Call Youth Leader Kelly Taisler 254-913-3309 for location, information.

VĚSTNÍK 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, 11 a.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader Madeline Gadway 979-900-9566; or madeline.gadway@gmail.com.

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

Meeting location will be posted in the Věstník. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. - ulness otherwise announced in the Vestnik. Contact Youth Leader Lynda Novak 972-948-4456.

LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 254-773-2363.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Hwy 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall is on the right. Hall Phone/Rental Information: Call 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org. Dances are held 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Reservations suggested, but not required, unless otherwise noted. Reservations held only 30 minutes past start of dance. For reservations, call 713869-5767, 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. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; games start at 7 p.m. License No. 17407503501. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the hall.

For information, call Youth Leader Vanessa Guerrero 281745-1697.

LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings - TBA in the Věstník. For information, contact Lodge Secretary Vonda Smesny 832-694-8762.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3 Wednesday, April 10—Sportsmens Club, 7:30-9:30 p.m.: Monthly meeting of hunting and fishing enthusiasts with speakers and prize drawings. Open to the public.

Sunday, April 14—Lodge meeting 2 p.m. Lunch will be served.

Tuesday, April 23—Game night at Lodge 92, 7 p.m.

Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth 76114. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North; it becomes Jacksboro Hwy (TX 199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cut Off, which is a right off of Jacksboro Hwy. Hall - also known as National Hall - is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner. Hall Event/Rental Information: Call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361. Visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfortworth.com. 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 Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Attention: Quarterly meetings for 2019 will be held on Mondays - unless otherwise announced: Monday, June 3—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Monday, September 9—Lodge meeting, 6 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings for 2019 will be held on Mondays and are scheduled as follows - unless otherwise announced: Monday, June 3; and Monday, September 9, and will be held in the Community Room at Victoria Mall, 6 p.m. For information, call Secretary Judy Bellanger 361-576-2935.

LODGE 107, FLORESVILLE (7) Lodge Hall: 1156 FM 1303, Floresville. Directions: From Floresville, take FM 536 West for 3 miles to FM 1303; turn right and go 2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Rental Information: 830-393-7796. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: For meeting date/time/location, contact Youth Leader Lian Pruski 830-480-2737.

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

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

Wednesday, April 10, 2019 LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings are held in March, July, October, and December at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio.

For information, contact President Jarolyn Popp 830-9645135.

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 979251-4150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845.

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 172, PASADENA (5) Attention: Lodge 172 has closed its hall doors, and the building is for sale. Until further notice, hall opens only for monthly lodge meetings, held the fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. For information, contact Jo 713628-3007; or Helen 713-920-7172.

LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly - the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at Main Street Steakhouse, 1802 Main Street in Danbury. Meeting at 12 noon, luncheon follows. For information, call Lonnie 979922-1553.

LODGE 141, SEALY (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December at 6 p.m. at Gordon Memorial Library, 917 North Circle Drive, Sealy. For information, contact Secretary Bernice Stolarski 979-885-6786.

LODGE 142, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month except in December which is the second Sunday at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted; meal served at 1 p.m. Meetings are held at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston, 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights) in the annex building - unless otherwise noted. For information, contact Lodge142 President 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 832-443-0469.

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. Call Youth Leader Melissa Zielonka for information 979-618-1890.

LODGE 151, WHARTON (6) Monday, June 10—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Monday, September 9—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Monday, December 9—Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

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

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Hwy and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light. Go to the second traffic light then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 817731-2580. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the hall. Contact Youth Leaders CarrieAnn Jones 817-371-1727, carrieannjones@att.net; or Appa Burcie 817-614-2967, abburcie2015@gmail.com for information.

LODGE 155, AUSTIN (2) Lodge Meetings: 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: Last Sunday of every other month of March, June, and September; then December - the first Sunday at 2:30 p.m. For meeting location, contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek - phone 806-763-7245; or email cyndynjerome@gmail.com.

LODGE 160, SAN ANGELO (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Wednesday of February, May, and August; and the November meeting is held the third Sunday.

Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325-651-8045; or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com. Youth Club Meetings: For date, time, location, call Youth Leader Ryan Jansa 325-234-5879.

LODGE 162, IOWA COLONY (5) Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center, 12003 CR 65, Iowa Colony. For information, contact President Betty Crawford 713-594-5049. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center. For information, call Youth Leader Brenda Moyle 713-3031471.

Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.

LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River-Academy. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Phone: 254-982-4434. Please leave a message with question/s. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kitchen is open.

Board of Truestees/Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of every other month - Board Meeting, 6 p.m. Regular lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 11 a.m. Location will be announced in the Věstník prior to the meeting each month. For information, contact Ricky Weyand 979-966-7138.

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

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. For information, contact Youth Leader Becky Beckendorf 254749-5732.

LODGE 183, ARLINGTON (3) Lodge Hall: 3100 Pleasant Valley Lane, Arlington. Directions: Take IH-35 West to Fort Worth. Take IH-20 East exit and proceed on IH-20 East until you come to Cooper Street exit. Take Cooper Street exit to the North. Stay on Cooper Street until you come to Mayfield Street. Turn right on Mayfield; go down and turn left on Pleasant Valley Lane. Hall Rental Information/Hall Phone: 682-8003485. Game Nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. Lodge Meetings/Family Nights: Third Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge 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: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (subject to change). Call Youth Leader Jessica McCoy for information 979-7778215.

LODGE 186, CALDWELL (1) Lodge Hall: 937 State Hwy 36, Caldwell. Directions: Hall is just off Hwy 36 on the south side of Caldwell, next to Burleson County Fairgrounds. Hall Rental Information: 979-567-4264. Social games: Every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kitchen and bar open. License Permit No. 1-74-20733095-41002. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Yolanda Brinkman for information 979-567-0637.

LODGE 187, ROUND ROCK (2) Lodge Hall: 920 Luther Peterson Place, Round Rock. Directions: From Taylor, take Hwy 79 into Round Rock until you get to Sunrise. There will be a 7-11 store on the right.

Turn right and proceed past Hopewell School. Continue through the four-way stop. Luther Peterson Boulevard is the first street on the left. From Temple, take IH-35 South.

Just past Georgetown, exit on University Boulevard. Proceed to stop sign. Take left on University Boulevard. The third street is Sunrise. Turn right onto Sunrise. The second street to the right will be Luther Peterson Boulevard.

Hall Rental Information: 512-255-1554; or 512-7714948. 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.

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

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Saturday, April 13—Lodge meeting, held prior to the Easter egg hunt. Meeting is at 11 a.m. with pizza afterwards.

Sunday, May 5—Social is at 1 p.m.; meeting starts at 2 p.m.

Sunday, June 9—Social at 1 p.m.; meeting begins 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 every other month - potluck served at 1 p.m.; meeting begins at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Cadance Wager 713515-2835.

LODGE 200, BRUCEVILLE-EDDY (2) Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month on even months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Hall, 100 4th Street, Eddy.

For information, contact President Allen Trigg, Sr. 254624-5152.

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. For information, call Jenell 979-357-2181.

LODGE 202, JOURDANTON (7) Adult Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly, the first Sunday of March and June at 1 p.m.; and the second Sunday of September and December at 1 p.m. A meal will be served at each meeting. Meetings are at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton.

For information, contact Secretary Bettie House 830-2818246. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of every month at 1:15 p.m. except in September and December, meetings are held on the second Sunday beginning at 1 p.m. at Jourdanton Community Center, 1101 Campbell Avenue, Jourdanton. For information, contact Youth Leader Regina House 830-570-2046.

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

For meeting location, call Secretary Joyce Kotulek 940855-0882.

LODGE 215, SOUTH PLAINS (4) Lodge Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 6 p.m. at 631 Lockwood Street in Tahoka. For information, contact Secretary Pam Lehmann 806-535-8356. Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 6 p.m. at 631 Lockwood Street in Tahoka. For information, contact Youth Leader Janeece Williams 806-632-5239.

LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. at Village Inn, 1500 Airway Boulevard in El Paso, Texas 79925. For questions, call President Juan Reyna 915-256-4346.

LODGE 229, ABILENE (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. For meeting location information, contact Secretary Tammy Copeland 325-333-4089.

LODGE 232, HOUSTON MIDTOWN (5) Lodge Meetings: Held the third Tuesday of every other month in January, March, May, July, September, and November, 6:30 pm. at Czech Cultural Museum Houston, 4920 San Jacinto, Houston. For information, contact Secretary Catherine Anderson 713-726-1928.

LODGE 246, MORGAN’S POINT (2) Lodge Meetings: Unless otherwise announced, second Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November, 11:30 a.m. For meeting location, call President Ingrid Petrik 254-760-1831 or Secretary 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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