VESTNIK 2020.04.27

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Volume 108 Number 8

H E R A L D

★ Humanity

★ Brotherhood

April 27, 2020

ISSN —07458800

Lodge 97 Members Lend Helping Hands

Virtual Supreme Lodge Meeting/Convention Dates Changed A screen capture is shown from the Tuesday, April 21 Supreme Lodge meeting, held via video conference. Officers and directors shared reports, viewed presentations from the investment advisors and actuary, and voted on several issues. One of the decisions was rescheduling the 33rd SPJST Convention to Friday, August 14 to Sunday, August 16 at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center.

Lodge 97, Placedo members Gay Revel, center, and Melissa Coleman donated more than 120 handmade face masks for healthcare workers at Citizens Health Center, which is a local hospital in Victoria, Texas.

They are pictured with Citizens CEO Mike Olson.

Attention SPJST Graduates

Surprise! 50th Anniversary Celebration For Lodge 17 Couple

and parents and grandparents of graduates!

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Send your photos/information by May 15 for

Senior Spotlight celebrating all graduates and their accomplishments! see page 3 for more details

more on page 7

( ( ( ( ( Inside This Week’s Věstník ( ( ( ( ( Important Dates ...................................3 Interest Rates ......................................3 SPJST Accepts Digital Payments ......6 Lodge Section......................................7 Youth Section ....................................13 Vestnik Project ..................................14

Youth Contests ........................17,19,22 Camp Tee-Shirt Order Form .............22 In Memoriam ......................................23 Czech Culture ....................................26 Advertisements .................................29 Lodge Calendar .................................30

Lodge 154 Fort Worth member promotes gymnastics displays Page 11

SPJST Youth Program announces virtual rock contest Page 17

Lodge 187 Round Rock youth learn remotely Page 20

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Editor’s Note

Convention rescheduled to August 14 to 16

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SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 800-727-7578 • 254-773-1575 Fax: 254-774-7447 www.spjst.org VĚSTNÍK EDITOR/ 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 CONTROLLER ROY VAJDAK 254-773-1575 (ext. 142) • email: royv@spjst.com DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR 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/VICE CHAIRMAN 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/CHAIRMAN 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 - Lydia Talamantez 325-262-9743 • lillyg636@yahoo.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 Rob Clift, Executive Director 979-249-5674 • robc@spjst.com

HUMAN RESOURCES LYNETTE TALASEK 254-773-1575 (ext. 146) • email: lynettet@spjst.com STATE FRATERNAL DIRECTOR FRANK HORAK Office: 254-773-1575 (ext. 177) • Mobile: 254-534-0681 email: frankh@spjst.com DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Hannah Kovar, PO Box 28, Snook, Texas 77878 - 979-220-7904 - ladyjays@tamu.edu 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 - Laura Pospichal, PO Box 253, Rowena, Texas 76875 - 325-365-6485 - yellowcar02@aol.com District Five - Melissa Victorick-Brown, 2324 Lakeway Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546-6196 - 832-274-7369 district5dyc@gmail.com District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide Street, El Campo, Texas 77437 - 979-543-7120 - lisa_bubela@yahoo.com District Seven - April Howard, 814 Madison Avenue, 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 - 512-848-2416 - RonnieR1056@yahoo.com 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 - Debbie Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - 979-540-8532 - debbiekostelka@yahoo.com District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Highway 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - 254-985-2282 - edwinpechal@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 - Regina House, 146 Deer Run Street, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - 830-570-2046

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upreme Lodge members met on Tuesday, April 21 via teleconference for their quarterly meeting. The 33rd SPJST Convention has been rescheduled to August 14 to 16 in Killeen.

Those Convention delegates who had already made reservations with Killeen area hotels will be happy to know that the SPJST Home Office has received written confirmations from Shilo Inn, Courtyard, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, and Best Western Plus that all delegate reservations that were previously booked have already been changed to the August dates. Please see President Vanicek’s “Fraternal Focus” article on page 4 for more information.

Virtual Youth Contests Several exciting contests are currently available for SPJST youth members to participate in. On page 19, State Fraternal Director Frank Horak presents the virtual decorated rock contest for ages 5 to high school senior with a deadline of Thursday, April 30; a coloring activity for ages 8 and under due May 31; and a Flag Day essay contest for ages 5 to high school senior with a deadline of May 31. Please have your children and grandchildren who are SPJST members participate in these fun activities.

Back in March when we were in the early beginnings of navigating through the COVID-19 situation, I recall a conversation with State Fraternal Director Horak. He remarked that if we need to continue social distancing during the summer, we can readily modify Youth Achievement Days

(YADs) to virtual contests. I hope and pray that the coronavirus spread subsides, and we are able to enjoy the summer doing all of the activities that we love. Please stay tuned for announcements and updates on summer youth program activities.

Home Office Mail To ensure the safety and health of our Home Office Staff, all mail that comes to the Home Office is being held for three days before distributing inside the office. The CDC states that you may be able to get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it then touching your mouth, nose, or eyes. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we navigate this pandemic together.

Correction Please note that Lodge 200, Bruceville-Eddy Sales Agent Sandra Garrett’s phone number was listed incorrectly in the April 13 Vestnik.

Sandra’s number is 254-913-0145.

Věstník Dates and Deadlines May 11 Věstník deadline is Mon., May 4 at 5 p.m.

May 25 Věstník deadline is Mon., May 18 at 5 p.m.

June 8 Věstník deadline is Mon., June 1 at 5 p.m.

June 22 Věstník deadline is Mon., June 15 at 5 p.m.

July 13 Věstník deadline is Mon., July 6 at 5 p.m.

July 27 Věstník deadline is Mon., July 20 at 5 p.m.

—SPJST—

VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published on the second and fourth Mondays of each month 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 Controller Roy Vajdak, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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

SPJST issued a directive on March 16 requesting that all SPJST lodge and district meetings, youth functions, and lodge events be canceled or postponed through May 16. All meetings/events after May 16 are subject to change. Please contact the lodge/district, prior to attending.

May 17

May 25 June 7 June 7 June 7 June 14 June 20 June 24-28 July 3 July 9 July 9-12 July 11 July 12 July 12 July 16 July 16-19 July 17-18 July 19 July 19 July 21-22 July 25

District Seven Spring Meeting (7) hosted by Lodge 202, Jourdanton Jourdanton Public Library Memorial Day • SPJST Home Office Closed District Three Youth Achievement Day (7) District Seven Youth Achievement Day (7) Lodge 47, Seaton Annual Picnic (2) Flag Day District Four Youth Achievement Day Leaders-in-Training (LIT)/Teen Camp Camp Kubena, Ledbetter Fourth of July Holiday: SPJST Home Office Closed Chaperone Training • Camp Kubena, Ledbetter Session 1 Junior Camp • Camp Kubena, Ledbetter District Two Youth Achievement Day (2) Lodge 47, Seaton District One Youth Achievement Day (1) Caldwell Civic Center District Six Youth Achievement Day (6) Taiton Community Center Chaperone Training • Camp Kubena, Ledbetter Session 2 Junior Camp • Camp Kubena, Ledbetter Lodge 47, Seaton Barbecue Cookoff (2) Lodge 6, Cottonwood Annual Picnic (3) District Five Youth Achievement Day (5) Lodge 88, Houston SPJST Supreme Lodge Meeting SPJST Home Office, Temple State Youth Achievement Day

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Graduation looks a little different this year . . . and we want to make it special by providing a

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SPJST Supreme Lodge reschedules Convention for August 14 to 16 The Supreme Lodge voted during its April 21 teleconference to reschedule the SPJST Convention for Friday, August 14 to Sunday, August 16, 2020, at Killeen Civic and Conference Center.

The Convention was previously scheduled to take place from June 14 to 16.

These dates are subject to cancellation in the event that social distancing guidelines mandated by the State of Texas are still in place in the days leading to the Convention. Our primary concern has been and will remain the safety of our members.

Extending the date will also allow Standing Committees and Convention delegates with additional time to focus on the routine protocol associated with the quadrennial convention, including pre-convention meetings.

Those Convention delegates who had already made reservations with Killeen area hotels will be happy to know that the SPJST Home Office has received written confirmations from Shilo Inn, Courtyard, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, and Best Western Plus that all delegate reservations that were previously booked have already been changed to the August dates.

Along with the decision to resched-

ule the Convention, convention deadlines — which were compromised due to the current operating environment — are to be advanced as well. Most notably, this includes recommendations to the by-laws. That deadline has been extended from April 15 until June 15.

Additionally, the deadline for extending your lodge, business or personal advertisements in the SPJST Convention Souvenir Program Book has been extended to June 1.

In a related action, the Supreme Lodge voted to extend the terms of office for current Officers, Directors, and Editor/Director of Communication through the completion of the 33rd SPJST Convention.

Thank you, all, for your continued support of SPJST throughout these challenging times. We will continue to monitor COVID-19 developments on a daily basis and will update you as more information becomes available.

To your continued good health and happiness . . .

Fraternally, Brian Vanicek SPJST President —SPJST—

SPJST 2020 VISION CONVENTION August 14 - 16, 2020 Killeen Civic and Conference Center

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From the SPJST State Fraternal Director State Fraternal Director shares May updates Slavnost - May Fest and Tribute to Czech Immigrants to Texas - Canceled SPJST members and family members, please know that Slavnost May Fest has been canceled this year due to COVID-19.

Texas Czech Heritage Cultural Center (TCHCC) closed its doors to public traffic on Wednesday, March 18 until further notice. This is for the safety of its volunteers, staff, and visitors.

TCHCC will is available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday to answer phone calls and emails. TCHCC can still help with genealogy through email, and gift shop purchases can be made and shipped or picked up at the door.

Monthly and Quarterly Lodge Meetings SPJST continues to operate in compliance with Governor Abbott’s Executive Order and are refraining from any public gatherings, including lodge meetings and events through at least May 16. As such, lodges are excused from meeting in March, April, and May. In the event that the social distancing recommendations are extended beyond that date, you will be notified via social media and through the Vestnik.

If your lodge would like to host a virtual meeting as a way to keep your group connected, that would be wonderful! There are a lot of ways to stay connected—everything from Zoom and Google Hangouts to teleconferences.

The choice is yours!

Corpus Christi Getaway - Canceled The Supreme Lodge met by conference call on Friday, March 20, 2020, and made the decision to cancel the Corpus Christi Getaway for 2020.

National Polka Festival - Canceled The National Polka Festival committee has been in regular contact with state and local government regarding the COVID-19 global pandemic. For this reason, the Festival Committee have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 National Polka Festival which was scheduled for May 22 to 24 in Ennis.

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 Walmart 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.

Mother’s Day May 10 is a very important day to all of us - and especially to our mother. This Mother’s Day will be a little different for all of us due to COVID-19. We may not get to visit face-to-face this year, or maybe we will. Please be careful however you decide to celebrate your mother. Remember social distancing.

Wishing all moms a happy Mother’s Day! Enjoy your special day.

Join Hands Day Incentives The American Fraternal Alliance has discontinued its support and promotion of the Join Hands Day program. Historically, the first week of May was reserved for Join Hands Day celebrations which would unite fraternal benefit society members with other organizations in an effort to make a positive difference in their respective communities. Correspondingly, the SPJST Home Office is no longer accepting applications for the $100 Join Hands Day incentive.

Memorial Day is Monday, May 25 Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday that is celebrated every year on the final Monday of May. Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

Formerly known as Decoration Day, it originated after the American Civil War to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died in the Civil War. By the 20th century, Memorial Day had been extended to honor all Americans who have died while in active duty. Veterans Day is to celebrate all who have served in the Armed Forces.

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 800-727-7578 or 254-773-1575 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 Regina House 830-570-2046 Fraternally submitted, Frank Horak State Fraternal Director —SPJST—

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From the District Five RGA Sales Agents to contact members in District Five without active agents Dear District Five Members, During these trying times of social separation, many of us are using this time for reflection. We think about family, friends, neighbors, and our life in general. It is also natural for us to think about our own mortality during this time . . . think about the good times and the bad times . . . time to reflect about everything. With all this reflecting, there is one area that usually is out of sight, out of mind. That is our life insurance. In the April 13, 2020, issue of the Vestnik, we talked about the different products and the importance of reviewing policies with your agent. But what if your agent is no longer around?

The sad reality of our industry, in general, leaves these customers behind when the agent is no longer around. Our life insurance certificate gathers dust as it lays in our closet, safe, safety deposit box, or hidden away lost somewhere. It hasn’t been seen for years. Did you know that 72 percent of policyholders have no idea what is in their certificate?

Because of this, we find the information may no longer be valid. You may now be divorced (do you want your exspouse to have your money instead of your children?), your address may have changed, you may now be married, maybe you have children now. Your name may have changed, your beneficiaries may not be around anymore, and even more important, your policy may no longer fit your life. Any one of these factors could affect your family and beneficiaries. You thought of them when you purchased the life insurance certificate. Don’t let old, non-current information become a stumbling block.

As your Regional General Agent (RGA), along with the agents in District Five, we decided to work on contacting and helping those members who no longer have an agent. Over the next several months, a team of agents is going to contact each District Five member who no longer has an agent, to help ensure your certificate is up-to-date, your information is correct, and your insurance still meets your needs. With the ability to do everything through the phone and email, we can keep you safe and at the same time get your information updated.

I ask that you take the call, return a message, or contact me. During this time of uncertainty, it is important we get everyone up-to-date. We are here to help. More than 5,500 certificates do not have a sales agent so I ask for your patience. I also ask that you contact me if you do not want to wait for that phone call. The agents will be trained to look over your entire certificate - from simple things like your current address and contact information - to more complex changes like your name, new children/spouse, beneficiaries, and life changes.

If you lost your job recently and need to move your 401(k), we are also here to help you find the right landing place.

This alone can be very stressful with the volatility of the market. This is a decision you do not have to make on your own.

In the end, it is only people helping people. Just because your agent is no longer available, you should not be left behind. It is my hope that we can help ease your mind in the one area most important to your family.

I hope everyone stays safe and healthy and that the Lord blesses each and everyone.

Fraternally yours, Delisle L. Doherty District Five Regional General Agent 832-232-2049 delisled@sbcglobal.net Editor’s Note: From Vice President Hiram Dixon—Thanks to Brother Doherty for sharing this informative article. Members without active sales agents in other SPJST districts may also be contacted by agents. If you do not currently have an SPJST sales agent or if you are not sure who your agent is, please contact the Home Office at 800727-7578 or send an email to info@spjst.org. We will then put you in touch with an active sales agent who is ready and willing to answer questions and assist you with your certificate needs.

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SPJST Lodge Section The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month. Send your news and photos directly to:

/// Questions? Call 800-727-7578

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

Email: vestnik@spjst.org

Lodge 6, Cottonwood cancels May activities

Lodge 8, Weimar plans to meet May 25

SPJST Lodge 6, Cottonwood has canceled its meeting which was scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2020, and its social that was planned for Friday, May 15. We look forward to when we will be able to meet and enjoy activities again.

Until then, please stay safe and well.

Fraternally, Milton Peterson, President —SPJST—

Lodge 8, Weimar is planning its next meeting for Monday, May 25 at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in Schulenburg. Anton Machacek will lead our memorial service. Please stay tuned for meeting updates.

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

Surprise!

Happy 50th Anniversary!

Happy 50th anniversary to Donnie and Betty (Trcalek) Suehs of Caldwell who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, April 11, 2020.

Since we couldn’t have a big celebration for my parent’s 50th wedding anniversary, we surprised them with a parade and a private dinner at SPJST Lodge 17, New Tabor Hall. It turned out fabulous, and my parents were so surprised. They even danced to their wedding song outside the hall. Thanks to everyone who showed up and made their day extra special, and one they will never forget. It was the most excitement a lot of us have had in a long time!

Happy anniversary, Mom and Dad! Holly Narro, daughter

Donnie and Betty were married at New Tabor Brethren Church on April 11, 1970. They have two children, Holly Narro and husband Ralph, and Mindy Bammel and husband Michael. Donnie and Betty have three grandchildren who they absolutely adore - Dillon Narro (United States Navy), Macy Narro, and Madelynn Bammel. All are members of Lodge 17, New Tabor. Congratulations on 50 years!

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Lodge 29, Taylor Lodge 32, Victoria hall temporarily closed cancels May 14 due to pandemic meeting All lodge meetings and activities and hall rentals at SPJST Lodge 29, Taylor have been canceled or postponed through at least May 16. The hall is also temporarily closed during the coronavirus pandemic. Please stay healthy and safe.

Fraternally, Linda Pospisil Secretary/Reporter —SPJST—

Dear Members, The quarterly meeting of Lodge 32, Victoria that was scheduled for Thursday, May 14, 2020, has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. We will update when the next meeting will be planned. Please stay safe and healthy.

Fraternally, Linda Mozisek Secretary/Treasurer —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland cancels May events In the interest of all our workers, members, and bingo players, we have decided to cancel our Thursday night bingos and the first Saturday bingo for May. There will be no public functions at Lodge 80, Holland during this time period. We are following the suggested outlines of our state and local govern-

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ments and the Supreme Lodge regarding crowds numbering more than 10 persons. We wish for all to remain healthy during this challenging time.

May God bless everyone.

Rita Spinn, President —SPJST—

VĚSTNÍK crew will deliver 50 meals to some of the senior citizens. Great job!

If we have a meeting next month, it will be on Sunday, May 17. The meal will have to be discussed at a later date.

Everyone, please stay safe and healthy!

Fraternally, Jeanette Newman, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 81, Needville awards scholarships Even though our April meeting which would have been on Sunday, April 19, 2020, did not occur because of the COVID-19 pandemic, our scholarship committee had an email meeting.

After having a conversation on the phone and through email contact, it was decided to give scholarships to Evan Stavinoha and Braxtin Pieper. Both of these students are seniors at Needville High School. Evan is the daughter of Bradley and Cecilia Stavinoha, and Braxtin is the son of Leslie and Sherrie Pieper. Congratulations!

Treasurer Bradley Stavinoha emailed me to let me know that the youth of our lodge will participate in Join Hands Day. They will serve a hamburger lunch with chips and ice cream to the senior citizens at the Senior Site at Immanuel Evangelical Church in Needville as a drive-thru.

The youth will also hand out fruit bags made by KJZT and SPJST youth. A

Lodge 84, Dallas cancels May meeting Lodge 84, Dallas, in compliance with the directive from SPJST President Vanicek’s announcement to cancel all meetings and activities until May 16, our regularly scheduled monthly meeting will not be held on Sunday, May 17.

Please watch the Věstník for the next Lodge 84 meeting date.

Fraternally, Anne Scott Cowan, Reporter —SPJST—

Fort Worth Friendship Club Our Wednesday, April 1, 2020, meeting was canceled due to COVID-19 concerns, and it looks like the May 6 meeting will also be canceled. We do have an excellent telephone committee, and they will call each member prior to the meeting. I’m having several calls that everyone is missing each other. I hope all of you are staying safe, well, and wearing your mask when going on essentials trips. If you have a computer, there are several patterns that you can make a mask at home - some that you don’t even have to sew.

Just want to say hello to everyone and report that our longtime member Camille Bolcer passed away on March 23 at the age of 103. I don’t know how long Camille was a member, but I do recall she was a member when I first joined which I believe was in 1996.

Whenever Camille stopped driving, her friend - the late Lucille Kret - asked if I would pick up Camille each month as it would be on my way. The last few years,

Camille has been in an assisted living home on Bryant Irving which is on the south side of Fort Worth and close to where I live. I always enjoyed visiting her and would always take her some chocolates. She would hide them in a drawer so that no one else would get them. I had already bought her a chocolate cross for Easter, but because the virus hit, I had not been able to deliver it. Camille, may your soul rest in peace - you will always be missed. Camille was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church. After she moved to the assisted living facility, she always would tell me that she can no longer go to church, but her money will always go to St. Paul’s.

She loved her church. Thanks to Elizabeth Creamer for calling me to make sure I saw her obituary in the newspaper, which I had.

Tracy Horn called the other day, and we had a long visit over the telephone.

Her mother was a Matous from Ennis so she had lots to talk about. She did say that her daughter, Karen Haggard, is making masks for a nurse friend. So far, she has made 150 masks and is still sewing. Karen, you are so appreciated, and

SPJST receives historic Lodge 28, East Bernard Stage photo

O O O Presenting 2020 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard

The 2020 SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard officers are, left to right, President Glenn Kaminsky, Vice President Jeanette Kaminsky, Secretary/Reporter/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Helen Kelner, and Treasurer Anton J. “Tony” Kelner.

Thanks to Amy Mecom for sending this undated postcard of the stage at the former hall of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard. Amy writes, “Thanks for finding a new home for the postcard. It is a beautiful photo of SPJST Lodge 28, East Bernard, and I’m happy it will be in good hands.” The original hall was dedicated May 4, 1909, on the corner of Main and Leveridge Streets in East Bernard. It burned in March 1918. A new hall was constructed and dedicated in the summer of 1919.

Kroužek Snaha, a dramatic club, was also formed in 1914, which produced and performed Czech language plays. The hall was also used as the community’s movie theater in the 1930s and 1940s. The hall at Leveridge Street was sold in recent years. The postcard photo will be a part of SPJST’s archives.

VĚSTNÍK thanks for your contributions.

Happy belated birthdays to our April celebrants - Kathy Thome, Patti Williams, Marie Keller, Rose Ann Spann, and Lydia Alholm. Lydia will celebrate her 100th special birthday on April 30.

Happy birthday also goes to our May celebrants - Alma Feil and Laurie Dawson. May you all have many more.

My church - St. Andrews - does the live streams mass every Sunday, but my computer keeps cutting out on me so I’ve been watching mass on television at 11 a.m. on Channel 4 from the Cathedral in Dallas with the Dallas Bishop saying the mass. This past Sunday, as the Bishop said, they were taking, “The mass on the road,” and it was broadcast from St. Gabriel’s of McKinney. It is a beautiful church, and I certainly have been enjoying these television masses.

The Bishop didn’t say from where it will be next time.

I talked with President Barbara, and she assured me that the telephone committee would make their usual calls on when the next meeting will be held or if it is canceled. Hopefully, Bishop Olson will unlock the churches soon so we can all be together again soon.

Stay well, stay safe!

Libbie Vrla, Reporter —SPJST—

★ ★ Reunions ★ ★ Kelner family reunion canceled Descendants of Anton and Alouise Jancak originally scheduled their 35th reunion for Saturday, June 6, 2020, at American Legion Hall in East Bernard, Texas, has been canceled due to the global coronavirus pandemic.

Submitted by, Helen Kelner Lodge 28, East Bernard —SPJST—

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Hometown Heroes: Bradley Stavinoha

By M.G. Angulo Absolutely Brazos Magazine March - April 2020

community supports me, so I am just trying to give back,” he said of why he will help in as many roles as possible.

In the recent past, Stavinoha was the Continuing Christian Education (CCE) teacher at St. Michael the Archangel Bradley Stavinoha is a genuine man with simple motives. Church and assistant youth leader for SPJST Lodge 81, He loves to kiss his beautiful wife hello and goodbye, is Needville. He has also been on boards with OakBend Medgrateful for his growing children, and values his work as an ical Center, Fort Bend Extension Office, and Needville ISD. independent insurance agent and owner of Needville InsurThe ability to maintain all of his various efforts in the ance Agency. community seemingly came from Stavinoha watching his And - to no surprise of anyone who knows him - Stavi- father. “My dad had me out at all of these Knights of Conoha is energized by the time he spends lumbus, youth fair and church events supporting his community of Needville. helping him. It was a way we could do As a member of the American Legion stuff together,” Stavinoha recalled of his honor guard, Stavinoha has taken a role initial experience with volunteering. He in many funerals as the one who folds the added that his father also taught CCE, the flag when “Taps” is played. “I always altar boys, and was the Grand Knight for think about how do I want to be rememthe Knights of Columbus. “He did all this bered,” he said. “What will people say and also held down two jobs.” about me at my funeral.”

It was an inspirational demonstration It is the possible influence he can have that would bear fruit in the years to come. on people that motivates Stavinoha to in“After college, all my friends and family vest his time into the community he calls were helping out different places, and it home. “Life,” he said, “is about making was a way for us to get together,” Stavian impact, not an income.” noha explained regarding the beginning Stavinoha describes himself as a man of his volunteer efforts. “I think people who likes to stay active, and that is probin Needville have such a sense of comably why his face is easily known munity that many people come out and around Needville and beyond. He is the help at all events.” president of the Needville Chamber of Commerce, president of the Rotary Club Stavinoha, a husband, father, and comSPJST District Five Director of Rosenberg where he is also the memmunity businessman, champions opporBradley Stavinoha bership chair, and treasurer of SPJST tunities for people to give back — like of Lodge 81, Needville Lodge 81, Needville, and SPJST District the American Legion, for example. “I and wife Cecilia Five Director. “I represent the Houston saw an organization where I could conarea for the board and help all the lodges tribute immediately with veterans who in the Houston area be successful,” he explained. were still serving their country and community,” said StaviHe is also an adjutant for American Legion Post 350 noha, who was a sergeant in the Texas National Guard from Needville and District Commander for 9th District of Bra- 1990 through 1999. “With the Legion, I found so many great zoria County, in addition to serving on the Fort Bend County mentors. When I was 25, they made me commander, and I Historical Society Preservation Committee, where he helps became best friends with guys in their 80s.” document buildings built prior to World War II and assists Volunteering in the community teaches how to engage with oral history. “We write monthly articles for the Needwith different people and personalities, and how to become ville newspaper, Hometown Journal, he added. a leader, Stavinoha said. It connects people, who otherwise As a member of the Fort Bend County Czech Heritage would probably have never met. There are the chances to Society, Stavinoha, along with his father, cooks chicken noodle soup, usually around 16 gallons each year. Stavinoha make new friends, make fun memories, and most imporalso lends his culinary skills to make 80 gallons of gumbo tantly, enrich the surrounding community.

And, Stavinoha noted: “Like the Bible says, you’re letting for the Rosenberg Rotary Club’s Gumbo Fest.

On top of this, Stavinoha is also on the board for the your light shine.” He quotes the scripture Matthew 5:16: “In SPJST-owned Camp Kubena in Ledbetter, Texas, and is the the same way, let your light shine before others, that they youth chair for the Knights of Columbus, where he is also may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”

—SPJST— responsible for scholarships and the Easter egg hunt. “My

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Their Song by d.knape

Back then people went to dances because that’s what people did they dressed up men in suit and tie women in nice dresses they sat at tables with their friends and talked and talked until the band struck up then every dance was danced by the happy couples there was no sitting down that wonderful music was their magic carpet lifting them above the drudgery of their daily lives as the band played tune after tune the couples danced until midnight round and round the floor embraced in each other’s arms what a wonderful experience it was to hold your woman near and smell her perfume her very essence so warm and close each couple had a song “their song’ aptly chosen to represent their love the song was always requested to be played by the band and then danced to as a reminder of their courtship and their youth

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O O O Presenting 2020 Officers O O O SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown

The 2020 SPJST Lodge 117 officers are, left to right, Secretary Dianne Raska, Vice President/Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Sijansky, President Frances McDonald, and Treasurer Kathryn Marek.

—Submitted by Kathryn Marek, Treasurer

times were different then people danced for pure enjoyment for simple pleasure caught up in the magic of the music they danced until the very last song each song a souvenir of the night long playing in their minds Their Song still echoing in their memory.

—SPJST—

Lodge 81, Needville presents scholarships

Windows by d.knape

We view the baby through a window we cannot hold its little hand nor touch its face we cannot see grandfather in his last moments through an outside window we sadly wave goodbye we cannot see the couple exchange their wedding vows all plans are postponed the shades pulled down on their future

Advertising deadline June 1 for Convention souvenir book Dear Members and Friends, Sincere thanks is extended to the members, districts, lodges, youth clubs, businesses, and organizations that have submitted advertisements for the 33rd SPJST Official Convention Souvenir Program Book. We appreciate the support and look forward to presenting another outstanding publication.

The 33rd SPJST Convention has been rescheduled to August 14 to 16, 2020, at Killeen Civic and Conference Center in Killeen, Texas. Therefore, advertising for the souvenir program book has been reopened. We cordially invite members, districts, lodges, youth clubs, businesses, and organizations to place an advertisement in the book. The ad can promote your lodge, business, or organization, convey a note of convention congratulations or best wishes, or memorialize a loved one. The possibilities are unlimited. To view the 2016 SPJST Official Convention Souvenir Program Book, visit www.spjst.org under “Events.”

The Official Convention Souvenir Program Book will be distributed to approximately 300 delegates and visitors at the convention. All advertisers will also receive a complimentary book. Prices for advertisements in the Official Convention Souvenir Program Book are:

Happy Birthday, Kayla!

we cannot worship in the church the pews are empty no stained glass windows for drive-thru sinners we cannot visit those we love nor talk to them in person we all grow older as distance separates us

Congratulations to the recipients of SPJST Lodge 81, Needville scholarships. They are Braxtin Pieper, left, and Evan Stavinoha. They are both seniors at Needville High School. Braxtin is the son of Leslie and Sherrie Pieper, and Evan is the daughter of Bradley and Cecilia Stavinoha.

Best wishes to these two young people.

—Submitted by Jeanette Newman, Reporter

we are like orphaned children looking through the window of a candy store yearning for sweetness as the sign is flipped to “Closed”.

—SPJST—

Lodge 202, Jourdanton wishes Kayla Fair a happy birthday on May 7, 2020. Have a great day, Kayla!

—Photo by Bettie House

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All advertisements will be printed in full color. The SPJST Věstník/Communication Department is available to assist with ad design. Please include the text for the ad and photos or clip art images. Digital images saved in TIFF, EPS, JPEG, or PDF files will work best. Digital-ready advertisements should be saved as PDF files. All text, photographs, or digital files must be received with payment by June 1, 2020. Please submit online at spjst.org or mail to:

SPJST Věstník Editor/ Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny PO Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503-0100 If you wish to place an advertisement in the book, please submit your information as soon as possible. Checks made payable to SPJST can be mailed to the address above and must accompany advertisement information by June 1. Ad information and payment may also be submitted online at www.spjst.org under the “Events” tab. Proceeds from advertisement sales will go to the SPJST Foundation to benefit Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center and Camp Kubena.

We look forward to hearing from you and receiving your ad information. For questions or additional information, please contact the SPJST Věstník/Communication Department at 254-773-1575 or email melaniez@spjst.com.

—SPJST—

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wjyb Good Eats wjyb Easy Cinnamon Rolls Bettie House Lodge 202, Jourdanton 2 packages crescent rolls 1 stick unsalted butter 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon Preheat oven to 350 degrees and brush a 9-inch cake pan with melted butter. Whisk the sugar and cinnamon together. Unroll one package of dough

on a floured surface. Melt butter and brush liberally on the dough. Sprinkle evenly about 1/3 of the cinnamon sugar.

Re-roll into a log; repeat with the second package of dough. Cut each log into 6 pieces. Place the rolls swirl-side up in the pan. Leave some space between them. Brush with the butter and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar.

They will spread as they bake. Bake for about 25 minutes or until the rolls are golden brown and puffed up. Pull apart and enjoy the flaky goodness. Yields: 12 rolls.

—SPJST—

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Full Page Ad (7.5”w x 10”h) - $150 Half Page Ad (7.5”w x 5”h) - $90 Quarter Page Ad - (3.75”w x 5”h) - $60 Eighth Page Ad (3.75”w x 2.5”h) - $30 In Memoriam (includes photo) - $20 Well Wish Greeting (one line of text) - $10

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Rome Milan of Lodge 154, Fort Worth promotes vintage gymnastics displays

Thanks to the frontline workers.

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Hello. I am Rome Milan of SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth.

I was born into gymnastics with my family being heavily involved with the Sokol Gymnastics Organization. My passion is for history, and as a lifelong teacher, I have a desire to educate young gymnasts of the evolution of the greatest sport on earth—Gymnastics. For many years I have traveled to various gymnastics events around the country to display vintage equipment and historic pictures of the sport of gymnastics in order to educate people. Recently, I was diagnosed with ALS. This has pushed me to complete the projects that I have began and to search for an opportunity to continue to promote these vintage gymnastics displays.

Each year, these displays travel to the National Gymnastics Championships, Sokol events, the Gymnastics Association of Texas, and other gymnastics events. For many years, this has been a passion of mine. Most expenses for putting together the displays and picking up vintage items are my own. Some-

times the travel, truck rental, signage, and purchases have been also on my own. Now with my diagnosis, it will be difficult to keep these displays going. I will need approximately $4,000 to bring the display to gymnastics events across the nation. Please help me bring the history and the evolution of our sport to the young athletes, so they can appreciate how our sport has evolved.

Please visit the video link for a walk through of my exhibit: www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=rGADhQ4G RpM For more information or to help me, please visit www.Sponsor.me/RomeMilanOT Thank you for your consideration.

Nazdar, Rome Milan SPJST Lodge 154, Fort Worth —SPJST—

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VĚSTNÍK Forces of the United States, preserving for us the rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy today.

The meaning behind the traditional flag folding ceremony Thanks to Lodge 54, West member Marvin Cepak for sharing this important information.

The flag folding ceremony represents the same religious principles on which our country was originally founded. The portion of the flag denoting honor is the canton of blue containing the stars representing the states our veterans served in uniform. The canton field of blue dresses from left to right and is inverted when draped as a pall on a casket of a veteran who has served our country in uniform.

In the Armed Forces of the United States, at the ceremony of retreat, the flag is lowered, folded in a triangle fold, and kept under watch throughout the night as a tribute to our nation’s honored dead. The next morning it is brought out and, at the ceremony of reveille, run aloft as a symbol of our belief in the resurrection of the body.

• The fifth fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, “Our country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.”

• The sixth fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God,’ indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

• The seventh fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic.

• The eighth fold is a tribute to the one who entered in to the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother’s Day. • The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood; for it has been through their faith, love, loyalty, and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great have been molded.

• The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life.

• The second fold is a symbol of our belief in the eternal life.

• The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veteran departing our ranks who gave a portion of life for the defense of our country to attain a peace throughout the world.

• The fourth fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in times of war for His divine guidance.

• The 10th fold is a tribute to father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.

• The 11th fold, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen, represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, and glorifies, in their eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

• The 12th fold, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes, God the Father, the Son, and Holy Ghost.

• The 13th and last fold, when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost, reminding us of our national motto, “In God we Trust.”

After the Folding Ceremony After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed

Three Spent Shells The three volleys comes from an old battlefield custom. The two warring sides would cease hostilities to clear their dead from the battlefield, and the firing of three volleys meant that the dead had been properly cared for and the side was ready to resume the battle.

The flag detail often slips three shellcasings into the folded flag before presenting the flag to the family. The three casings represents the volleys fired out of respect for the veteran who served our country and each casing stands for duty, honor and country.

—SPJST—

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Monday, April 27, 2020 The deadline for all Věstník items is 5 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month. Send your news and photos directly to: SPJST Věstník Editor Melanie Zavodny P.O. Box 100 Temple, Texas 76503 Fax: 254-773-8087 Email: vestnik@spjst.org Questions?

Call 800-727-7578

This section is dedicated to the youth of SPJST. As part of its membership benefits, SPJST offers a statewide youth program. If you or someone you know is interested in learning about opportunities offered to young members of SPJST, please contact your local lodge, District Youth Counselor (listed on page 2), or State Fraternal Director at 800-727-7578, or visit www.spjst.org.

State Fraternal Director shares May youth updates

Junior Camp Session 1 Thursday, July 9 to Sunday, July 12 Camp Kubena in Ledbetter

Hello, Youth Leaders and Youth Members!

These are trying times for all of us.

Right now, we’re all doing a very new and unusually hard thing. The current COVID-19 situation is fluid, changing daily . . . sometimes even hourly. It is testing our adaptability and our patience, and I imagine it is testing yours as well.

I woke up on April 1 - April Fool’s Day - hoping that this COVID-19 was a big April Fool’s joke - only to find that it is still around us.

As of today, it is full steam ahead with camp and Youth Achievement Days (YADs). However, if we adapt changes to our schedule for camps and YADs, our youth leaders will receive an email notification. I don’t know about you, but attending camp and YAD this year will be a blessing and something positive to look forward to.

No matter the planning and all the behind-the-scene challenges we deal with as adults, please pray for guidance, clarity, understanding, and staying healthy for our Country, SPJST family, and our leaders.

Junior Camp Session 2 Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19 Camp Kubena in Ledbetter

Save the Date!

Leaders-In-Training/Teen Camp Wednesday, June 24 to Sunday, June 28 Camp Kubena in Ledbetter

Junior Camp Application Deadline Sunday, June 7, 2020 State Youth Achievement Day Saturday, July 25 Cultural Activities Center in Temple Please note that all dates are subject to change due to COVID-19.

Camp Tee-Shirt Orders Due June 1 Youth leaders, if you are not purchasing tee-shirts for your youth, please provide your parents with the camp tee-shirt order form provided in this week’s Vestnik. This year’s camp teeshirts are available for sale. The deadline to order is June 1.

Due to COVID-19, tee-shirts can be delivered to camp; call ahead to be picked up at the Home Office. We will mail out shirts this year.

June Vestnik Project For the monthly Vestnik projects, we will talk about a super hero. Youth leaders are encouraged to try and plan an activity or memorial to honor the person.

The June Vestnik Project will be about Emil Zatopek, Olympic Gold Medalist long-distance runner.

How Youth Can Attend SPJST Camp If you have a life insurance certificate issued before May 31, 2020, you 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, disc golf, 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 who attend lodges with no youth club can attend seven adult meetings and qualify for camp without pay-

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

Youth who 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.

Join Hands Day The American Fraternal Alliance has discontinued its support and promotion of the Join Hands Day program. Historically, the first week of May was reserved for Join Hands Day celebrations which would unite fraternal benefit so-

Patsy Koslovsky bids farewell after serving 31 years as District Two Youth Counselor My Dear Friends, Hope you, your family, and extended family are doing well.

This COVID-19 has taken a toll on so many. Lives, sickness, loss of jobs, lay-offs, exhausted medical staff/first responders, and the list goes on and on. I feel so very blessed to be well and to have a job.

First and most importantly, please know I have loved and always will love SPJST especially the youth and the youth program. I have been blessed to have made so many friendships, not only in District Two, but in the entire state through my 31 years as District Youth Counselor (DYC). You have all contributed to the success of the District Two Youth Program. I can never thank each of you enough for your love, friendship, and support.

As you all know (or may have noticed), Medicare-age has crept upon me. Seems as if it was just a few years ago that our Melanie and David were a big part of the SPJST Youth Program. Now, I have grown grandkids who were, are, and will be a part of the District Two Youth Program.

Through a lot of prayers, sleepless nights and many, many tears, I feel it is time for me to pass this prestigious position on to someone else. District Two youth need new and different challenges within the district. If any of you are interested in this position, please contact State Fraternal Director Frank Horak at the Home Office.

I need to be at home more with Albert and spend more time with my family. As we all know, grandkids just grow up too fast. Also, my sister is in a memory care center, and this will give me more time to be with her. Other than my immediate family, she and I are the only Klusacek family left. I missed out on a few years of not being with her, and even though she probably does not know me anyone, nor understand what I talk to her about, I know we both need more time together.

This is not a goodbye! I pray that we will all stay in touch. Please give me a call if I can help in any way. I love you all, and I am so blessed to have made so many friends.

The last 31 years have been the best years of my life with memories I will always treasure. I love you all!

Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor 1989-2020 Lodge 47, Seaton —SPJST—

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ciety members with other organizations in an effort to make a positive difference in their respective communities. Correspondingly, the SPJST Home Office is no longer accepting applications for the $100 Join Hands Day incentive.

Online Camp Registration is Open Please know that CampDoc registration is up and running for the 2020 SPJST camping season. Please go to our website: https://spjst.org/programs/campregistration/ and click on the banner, “Sign Up Now For Summer Camp.” It will direct you to CampDoc, and you can click on “sign up” to create your new profile and register your child. If you have questions concerning camp, please contact me or Tammy Martinez at the Home Office.

Chaperones, I need a commitment from you to be able to attend the camp from beginning to end.

Youth Club Meetings Please know that youth clubs are excused from meeting in March, April, and May. There will not be any penalty for any youth club or members not attending. If the social distancing extends beyond that period, SPJST will abide and keep you informed. Please have your youth complete Vestnik projects and have them sent to the Home Office.

In the event that you would like to host a virtual meeting in order to keep your group connected, that would be wonderful! There are a lot of ways to stay connected - everything from Zoom and Google Hangouts to teleconferences. The choice is yours! More information will be coming out in the Vestnik and email after the Tuesday, April 21 Supreme Lodge teleconference meeting.

District Spring Meeting Dates Please know that all district meetings will be rescheduled at a future date.

Please look in the Vestnik for those updates.

SPJST Graduating Seniors This certainly isn’t the way you wanted your senior year of high school to end. In life, we are always dealt challenges, and we have to roll with the punches. You are very resilient, and I know you will make the best of the situation. Please know that I am praying for each of you that you have the graduation ceremony you deserve with your peers.

VĚSTNÍK I am so blessed to get to know you and for me to watch you grow up in the SPJST Youth Program and transform into the awesome adults you are. I always look forward to seeing what you are doing in your adult life. Please keep in touch, and congratulations! I wish you all the best life has to offer.

Flag Day Essay Contest All SPJST youth between the ages of five and high school senior are encouraged to enter this year’s Flag Day Contest. This contest will promote patriotism and creative literacy.

There will also be a coloring contest for members ages eight and under. Several prizes will be awarded in the Flag Day Contest. All of the winners will be announced in the Vestnik leading up to Flag Day on Sunday, June 14. The deadline for all entries is May 31.

Please reference the Flag Day Essay Contest guidelines that are on page 22 of this week’s Vestnik. This year’s theme is “The American Flag - Freedom, Courage, and Honor.” This would be a good time to talk about the right way to display the U.S. flag and flag etiquette. You may also consider having a member of the Boy Scouts or the American Legion come in as a guest speaker at a future youth club meeting.

2020 District Youth Achievement Day (YAD) Dates Please make note of these District YAD dates: District One - Sunday, July 12 Caldwell Civic Center District Two - Saturday, July 11 Lodge 47, Seaton District Three - Sunday, June 7 Lodge 183, Arlington

District Four - Saturday, June 20 Lodge 49, Rowena District Five- Sunday, July 19 Lodge 88, Houston District Six - Sunday, July 12 Taiton Community Center District Seven - Sunday, June 7 New Braunfels Please note that all dates/events are subject to change due to COVID-19.

Calling All SPJST Young Adults Graduated Seniors and Older If you are in need of a summer job, please think about serving as a member of Camp Kubena’s staff. Overseas staff members will not be coming to work at camp this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This means there will be a shortage of camp staff, and the camp is in need of replacements for this summer.

You will receive training in first-aid,

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CPR, lifeguard skills, and certification in high and low ropes.

What a better way to reconnect with SPJST friends by working as staff at camp and making a great impact on the younger SPJST members.

Camp Kubena Director Rob Clift is asking if anyone is interested in working this summer to please contact him by calling 979-249-5674 or sending an email to robc@spjst.com.

Fraternally, Frank Horak State Youth Director —SPJST—

Lodge 49, Rowena youth ready to go back to school Working at Grandma’s I have been working at my grandma’s during the COVID-19 pandemic. It has been fun. I am ready for school.

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Cousin Time This weekend, I got to spend time with my cousins on my dad’s side.

Tracy Schwertner, age 13

Ready to Drive My glasses came in for driving, and I got my permit. I’m so excited.

Olivia Schwertner, age 16

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Lots of Home-Schooling I have been staying at Nanny and Grandpa’s house during this no school stuff. I have lots of home-schooling work to do. I am ready to go back to school.

Cotton Wood, age 9

Taller Than Aunt I’m almost taller than my aunt, but she says she can still beat me up.

Colt Schwertner, age 12

New Baby Calf My cow had her baby, and it is so cute. We have to milk the mama because she has so much milk. We saved some of the milk, and my cousin tried it. He said it didn’t taste too bad.

Grace Schwertner, age 14

Ready to Go Back to School I just got my cousin to download “Call of Duty.” We are about to go play after this. I am ready to go back to school.

Hunter Wood, age 14

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••• New Baby Kittens I got this new game called Call of Duty, and I love it. Nanny’s cats had kittens, and they are adorable.

Bella Schwertner, age 10 —SPJST—

District One Movie Outing Scenes Sunday, February 16, 2020 • Submitted by Holly Narro, Assistant District One Youth Counselor

District One Youth Outing: A great day of fun and fellowship On Sunday, February 16, 2020 District One youth and parents enjoyed an outing to the movies in Brenham to see Sonic the Hedgehog. It was a great day of fun and fellowship!

Holly Narro Assistant District One Youth Counselor —SPJST—

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Dear Vestnik Readers, I was thankful to spend the week of Thanksgiving with my family in Europe, where my sister April was studying abroad.

On Monday, we were in Wrocław, Poland, where April was doing her studies.

Our room that we were staying in was right by the Christmas market in the square. The Christmas market was gorgeous. They had little houses as market shops selling food, ornaments, and little knick-knacks. For breakfast, I ate bread with different toppings such as raspberry, chocolate, and honey, and I also ate some cheese with pressed apple juice. I then went to Cathedral Island, walked around, and went to a cathedral. It was so beautiful. After coming back from Cathedral Island, I drank hot chocolate in a boot mug from the Christmas market that tasted like a mixture of European and American hot chocolate. It was the perfect drink for the cold day. For a snack, I ate langosz węgierski from the Christmas market, which is a delicious homemade bread with cheese inside of it. For lunch, I ate a hamburger at a sausage shop at the Christmas market that was so good. Then we went to a mall and looked around at all the stores they had and saw all the stores we have in America. For dinner, we ate at this Polish restaurant to eat some authentic Polish food. Oh my goodness!

It was some of the best food I have ever eaten. I had some delightful soup then I had sausage that was very similar to klobase with fries. We finished the day with our tummies full of yummy Polish food.

On Tuesday, we had to wake up at the early hour of 7 a.m. so my parents and I could travel from Wrocław, Poland, to Prague, Czech Republic. It was a very long four-hour bus ride, but it was worth it! We ate at a restaurant where my parents had Czech goulash. It was very good.

Our hotel room was next to Tyn Cathedral and Old Time Square. It was so fascinating! We walked around and went into some little shops around the square.

My dad found his favorite certain type of drink that was only sold in the Czech Republic, and he was very happy. My mom and I ate European chocolate. It was a little like American chocolate, but very different in a good way. My dad and I went into what looked like a little junk shop, but it was so cool. It had historic and old knick-knacks and random things. For dinner, we ate chicken noodle soup, and for dessert, I had pancakes. They tasted exactly like my grandpa’s pancakes! After walking around Old Time Square, I convinced my dad to get us trdelník, which is dough with cinnamon that is shaped like a chimney with ice cream and chocolate sauce on top. It was a perfect way to end the day!

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On Wednesday, we were still in Prague.

The breakfast that I had on this day was the best breakfast that I have ever had. The hotel that we stayed at offered breakfast. We were able to choose from breads, cheeses, meats, yogurts, pastries, and the classic eggs and bacon. I ate cream puffs for breakfast, and they were heavenly! After breakfast, we went to St. Vitus Cathedral, and it was so huge and beautiful. We walked to and on the Charles Bridge, and the views were so amazing. We were able to see all the red tops on the buildings. We took another fourhour bus ride back to Wrocław, Poland, and we ate dinner with April at an Italian res-

taurant and had some delicious pizza.

Thursday was Thanksgiving Day. April, my parents, and I took a bus ride from Wrocław, Poland, to Kraków, Poland. We went to the market inside this very pretty, long building. It had so many souvenirs, dolls, colored glass, and so much more.

While walking on one of the streets, we stopped by a little shop to get some of the delicious looking cream puffs they were selling. If only they were cream puffs! Although they were not cream puffs, they were an interesting pastry with rose jelly inside of it. After that, we went to St. Mary’s Basilica, and it was the most stunning ca-

thedral I have ever seen. The walls and ceiling were all different colors, and the pews, walls, and altar had gold on them.

In the center was a giant crucifix suspended from the ceiling. It was the most jaw-dropping experience. Once we left the cathedral, we walked to Wawel Royal Castle. Going up to the castle, we had to walk up over 130 steps. Walking up all the steps was worth it. Although we didn’t go inside the castle, the outside view was good enough. It had various levels of roofs that all looked different. On all the points on the roof, it had a cross. It was a very grand experience. On the way back to the market, we stopped by another little bakery, in the search for cream puffs. We ate some of their pastries and then I got stuck in their bathroom for what seemed like 20 minutes. I spent a very long time trying different ways to open the door, but thankfully, my dad came down to save the day. We went back to the market after leaving the bakery, and I got a jacket that said “POLSKA,” which is “Poland” in Polish. We then rode the bus back to Wrocław. For supper, we ate KFC and the experience was a little different than the KFCs in America, but it was still great.

On Friday, we were able to sleep in until 9 a.m. April, my parents, and I ate at a little pancake shop close to the place we were staying at. The pancakes were stacked so high, and they were so delish!

I also had hand-pressed apple juice along with the pancakes. After breakfast, we went to the Museum of the University of Wrocław. The museum was filled with items that were devoted to the university.

The walls and ceilings had beautiful murals on them and at the very top, we were able to walk on the balcony and enjoy the amazing views of the city. For lunch, we ate fried cheese, various meats, and potatoes. It was all very good. Afterwards, we took our boot mugs and refilled them with the hot chocolate from the Christmas market and looked around the market.

April then took us to a mime show at the mime theater where she had an internship. The show was called “Where Do We Go From Here?” and it was very interesting. After the show, we went to eat fries from the fry stand that my sister’s friend worked at. The fries tasted amazing. It was the perfect way to end my amazing and memorable trip to Europe.

Going to Europe has not only given me wonderful memories, but it also allowed me to learn more about where my family originates from.

Until next time, Misty Dvorak, age 16 2019-2020 SPJST State Queen Lodge 25, Ennis —SPJST—

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Hello, SPJST Youth and Leaders!

April 16, 2020 I hope everyone is doing well Hello, SPJST Youth Leaders! and adjusting to the social distancing and the stay-at-home or-a I hope everyone is doing well and thehad stay-at-home orders.of Ih ders. I have a number ask me about the spring youth leaders ask me aboutmeetin the rocks for the Decorated Rock C spring meetings youthHoweve that of the springand meetings. when the spring meetings have painted their rocks for will thet something different with the ro Decorated Rock Contest.

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I havethis corresponded the seven District Youth Counselors Best wishes to you, and please (DYCs), and we have come to the conclusion to make this Fraternally, contest a virtual one, and the youth who participate will reApril 16, 2020 ceive five merit points.

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VIRTUAL

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ROCK CONTEST

WHO CAN ENTER? SPJST members who are 5 years of age to high school senior. The age group will be determined by the age of the current youth year.

The Decorated Rock Contest is sponsored by SPJST to encourage youth members to be creative and express their artistic talents. The contest has always been held during the district spring meeting.

Due to the current situation with the COVID-19 pandemic, the district spring meetings have been postponed. The Youth Department has been looking at creative ways to keep youth club members active during this time from their own homes. Our idea is to have the youth participate in a Virtual Decorated Rock Contest. This contest and rules only apply for 2020 as we look forward to hosting the in-person contest again in 2021.

VIRTUAL RULES • Contestants will decorate a rock that must fit in the palm of a hand for the contest. You may decorate the rock however you wish. Use your imagination!

• Submit two photos of your rock to the Home Office. The first photo will be of the youth with his/her rock.

• The second photo will only be of the rock. Please take a photo of the rock on a solid color background that emphasizes the creativity of your rock. This will show more detail of the rock when being judged and printed in the Vestnik.

• Send your photo to State Fraternal Director Frank Horak.

Email to frankh@spjst.com or text to 254-534-0681.

Please copy your District Youth Counselor so she knows who is participating in the contest.

• DUE DATE — All photos due on Thursday, April 30.

JUDGING Rocks will be judged according to the following criteria:

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Creative Ability Skill and Design Appearance and Neatness

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD Rocks will also be shared on social media where members will vote on their favorite.

AWARDS SPJST Rock Decorating Contest participants may receive a participation award from their DYC at a selected time. All youth club members will receive five merit points in the Merit Point System.

The first place winning rocks from each district will be STATE-LEVEL AGE CATEGORY PRIZES recognized in the Vestnik featured on SPJST’s website at Ages 5 to 8 Years - $25 Gift Card www.spjst.org. The second and third place winners’ Ages 9 to 11 Years - $25 Gift Card names will be published in the Vestnik and listed on the Ages 12 to 14 Years - $25 Gift Card website. The first place winning rocks from each district Ages 15 Years to High School Senior - $25 Gift Card will also be judged on the state level.

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Lodge 17, New Tabor youth club celebrates youth leader’s birthday at january meeting

Lodge 17, new tabor youth club adopts Sailor, soldier for charity project

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club surprised their youth leader, Mrs. Holly, with a birthday celebration at the January meeting. “Thank you for the surprise birthday celebration, which happened to fall on my actual birthday,” Youth Leader Holly Narro said. “I appreciated and loved all of the cards, balloons, and gifts that you all showered me with. The hugs and ‘happy birthday’ wishes were the best. It was perfect! The cake was yummy, too! I love you all.”

At the March meeting, Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club members and their parents donated and mailed snacks and goodies to two members serving in the military - Dillon Narro, who serves in the United States Navy, and Joshua Spitzenberger, who serves in the United States Army.

Both are members of SPJST. In addition, youth club members sent cards to Dillon for his 20th birthday. We thank these two members for their service to our country.

—Submitted by Holly Narro, Youth Leader

Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club Make, Share Valentine Creations

At the January and February meetings of Lodge 17, New Tabor Youth Club, members made homemade valentine cards to be delivered to residents of Copperas Hollow Nursing Home and St. Joseph Manor Nursing Home in Caldwell, Texas, for Valentine’s Day. The residents loved them. Good job, youth club!

—Submitted by Holly Narro, Youth Leader

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Lodge 25, Ennis youth enjoys spiritual, fun, relaxing days at camp

Dear Vestnik Readers, My trip to The Pines Catholic Camp was very spiritual, fun, and relaxing. I went in February with my fifth grade class from St. Joseph before all the social distancing started, and I’m very glad.

On my first day, I did zip-lining. I was a little scared walking off the platform at first, but once I started going, it was very relaxing. On Wednesday, we went rock climbing, and I was the last

one so it was too cold for me to make it to the top. One of the dads that went even let me borrow his leather gloves so my hands could warm up. On Thursday, we went canoeing. As soon as I got in the water, I got the hang of it. One downside was it was pouring like crazy, and we all got soaked. But on the bright side - it was fun, and we all enjoyed it.

On Friday, it was time to go home, but we did one more activity. We built a sand mountain, and afterward, they

knocked it over. They then talked about the strength of our beliefs. They said, “If you build your house out of sand then it will fall, but if you build it out of stone, it will stand strong.” This reminds us that we need to be strong in our beliefs, that we need to stay with God the rest of our lives. This trip was one of the best weeks of my life!

Sincerely, Chad Jurik, age 11 —SPJST—

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Make Mother s Day Special Each and every day a new woman becomes a mother for the first time or all over again.

Being a mother changes a person’s life in dramatic ways.

Mother’s Day is a great time of year to honor mothers and attempt to give back just a portion of the tireless love and devotion moms offer their children. Some children provide large gestures, while others feel it’s the little things that can help a mom to feel appreciated. For those needing a little inspiration on treating their mothers in special ways, consider these ideas.

• Make mom a breakfast in bed with her favorite morning treats.

Lodge 107, Floresville youth finds golden egg during Easter hunt

Dear Readers, I had a good Easter. In the morning, I went Easter egg hunting and I found the golden egg, and I got a $5 bill.

All SPJST members ages eight and under can participate. All particiThank you.

Name ______________________________ Age ______ pants’ names will be entered in a drawing for prizes. All entries will be Name ______________________________Age______ Colt Pruski, age 7 exhibited at the SPJST Home Office in Temple. Entries must be postSPJST Lodge No. ___________________________ —SPJST— marked by May 31, 2020.

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• Enjoy a movie at home with mom.

Let her pick the flick and share her favorite film with you.

• Agree to not bicker for the entire day, especially if you are prone to getting into arguments with siblings.

• Put together a collage of photos from moments you have shared with mom or your family.

• Cook a meal together and learn about everyone’s favorite recipes or the family history.

VĚSTNÍK • Bake a delicious dessert that mom will absolutely devour.

• Pamper mom with a gift card for her favorite nail salon or massage therapy location.

• Prepare a jar of mom’s favorite candies wrapped in pieces of paper that have loving sentiments written on them.

• Compile a playlist of songs and artists mom prefers and download them to her phone.

Mother’s Day gift ideas should come from the heart and can show mothers near and far how much they are appreciated and loved.

—SPJST—

Enhance with themed fun days

• Give her a locket with your photo inside and have a duplicate you can wear containing her photo.

• Begin a charm bracelet tradition by purchasing a charm bracelet and a new charm each year that represents a meaningful memory you both shared.

• Customize a coffee mug, tote bag, or a blanket with a meaningful sentiment or photo.

• Write a new email each day with an inspirational quote or special words of love for mom.

Staycations are an option for budgetconscious vacationers or people who simply do not want to travel too far from home due to mobility issues or other restrictions.

Enhancing staycations with entertaining themes can improve the fun factor.

While any themed day can be inspired by an active imagination, these ideas can get the creativity flowing.

• Treat mom to a day off from her chores. Tackle all of the jobs she normally does for the family.

• Tackle a task that she may not want to do herself, such as washing the exterior of her car and vacuuming the interior.

Superhero Day Embrace your favorite superhero by dressing up in his or her colors, donning

a superhero tee-shirt or watching an action-packed superhero movie.

Pajama Day This is a fun theme for rainy days when Mother Nature keeps you indoors.

Stay in your pajamas all day and enjoy a cozy, lazy day.

Alma Mater Day Parents and children can pull out their trusted college tee-shirts, sweatshirts, or other school attire. Bake up some tasty treats in school colors and then find some old photos or look for highlights of your alma mater’s sports teams online.

Throwback Day Take a step back in time by playing games or engaging in activities from earlier times. Parents can teach youngsters about the toys they enjoyed or watch movies from the era in which they grew up.

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth stay at home, learn remotely Hello there!

We had a virtual meeting for the youth in March. It was fun hearing from all. We chatted about school, current stay-at-home issues, and the effects this has locally and worldly.

Here are some stats from Wikipedia as of the end of March:

Texas Confirmed Cases of COVID-19: 13,484 Recovered: 2,014 Deaths: 271 Czechia Confirmed Cases: 6,022 Recovered: 519 Deaths: 143

Lodge 187, Round Rock Youth Club members share remote learning pictures. Pictured are, left to right, Alexis Meyer, Luke McCarthy, Kadnce Meyer, and Kember Meyer. BELOW: From left are Mathieu McCarthy,

Worldwide Confirmed Cases: 1,872,073 Recovered: 441,820 Deaths: 116,098 Fraternally, Jennifer McCarthy Reporter/Youth Coordinator —SPJST—

Shane Langlais, and Alexandria Johnson. BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: Happy eighth birthday to Mathieu McCarthy!

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Crazy Hair Day Embrace bed head, plug in the curling iron, double down on hair gel or pomade, or put those wacky coiffures into full effect.

Cultural Day Tap into your personal heritage by researching your family tree and then preparing a meal that coordinates with your heritage.

Arts and Crafts Day Get crafty by tackling a creative project that the family will enjoy. Or engage in individual projects before comparing the final results collectively.

Fishing Day Fishing can be a fun activity for the whole family and a great way to get out of the house. Create a competition to see who can catch the most and/or the biggest fish. If you catch fish that you’re allowed to take home, involve the whole family in making a delicious fish dinner that night.

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• Ask questions. Everyone is learning as they go, and further clarification may be needed. Students should email or chat with teachers if they don’t understand an assignment or are unsure about instructions. Teachers may be able to clearly model a math problem or explain a concept via video chat for students who need help.

Lodge 154, Fort Worth youth excited about rock design contest Dear Readers, I found out that we won’t be having our spring meeting right now because of everything going on, but I’m glad we still get to have the rock contest even if it’s a little different this year. I’m sad I won’t be able to see all my friends, but hopefully, I will soon.

Mckenzie Burcie, age 10 —SPJST—

How families can confront remote learning Remote learning has become the new norm as the world continues to navigate COVID-19 in an effort to keep the public safe. Based on social distancing recommendations from medical professionals, schools across the country began to close their doors and adopt a remote learning model in March 2020. One of the largest communities affected was New

Lodge 202, Jourdanton youth shares photos of school work at home

• Explore educational options. Many companies are offering free educational services while kids are home from school.

Scholastic.com is offering online courses, Nat Geo for Kids, Fun Brain, PBS Kids, and Highlight Kids are other places to turn to for activities.

—SPJST— York City, which closed schools across the five boroughs. The New York City school system is vast, with 1,800 schools servicing more than one million students.

School administrators and educators quickly scrambled to find a workaround to meet children’s educational needs. Remote learning has been a part of many school curriculums for some time. While remote learning had predominantly been reserved for higher learning institutions, in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, it became a necessity for grades K through 12 as well. Teachers have had to design curriculums and assignments virtually on the fly in an attempt to minimize disruptions that could adversely affect students.

Remote learning requires the cooperation of school staff and also parents and guardians. Patience is necessary, and parents and educators may need to completely transform their daily schedules.

The following tips can be an asset as students continue to navigate remote learning.

• Record class sessions. Teachers can consider recording or “going live” with class instruction so that students can view the video and still have access to their teachers. This helps parents who may be unfamiliar with explaining the curriculum.

• Utilize chat features. Remote education software programs likely have a chat or “hangout” feature, which enables classrooms to keep in touch and ask questions in real time.

Lodge 202, Jourdanton Youth Club member Makenna Poppe shared two photos about having to do her school work at home with Youth Leader Regina House. “I’m not only Makenna’s youth leader for Lodge 202, but I’m also her fourth grade reading/writing and social studies teacher,” Regina says. LEFT PHOTO: “This is how I read my assignment with a little brother around!” Makenna writes. RIGHT PHOTO: “The bluebonnet is my art project for the first week of school at home.”

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• Keep a schedule. It’s easy to begin to sleep late and fall out of routine when not required to go to a school building. Families should make scheduling a priority, which can help students stay on top of lessons and complete their assignments on time.

Lodge 185, New Braunfels youth places at district academic meet

Dear Vestnik Readers, My school was able to host the District Private School Interscholastic Academic Meet (PSIA) prior to the current distance learning program. At the competition, I placed in all four of my categories - vocabulary, ready writing, listening skills, and poetry. With my first and second placements in vocabulary and ready writing, I qualified for the PSIA State Meet to be held at Texas Christian University (TCU) in May. Unfortunately, the competition has been canceled as everyone is observing social distancing. I still consider myself lucky to have been able to compete at the district level as most schools did not even have that opportunity.

Sincerely, Megan Ohnheiser, age 13 —SPJST—

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How families can volunteer together The efforts of volunteers often go unnoticed, but the thoughtful men, women, and children who give up their free time to support worthy causes do a lot to bolster their communities.

Volunteering also pays dividends for the volunteers, and not just because they’re helping to strengthen the communities they call home. According to the Mayo Clinic, research has shown that volunteering can lower rates of depression and promote better physical health compared to not volunteering. In addition, an analysis of data from the Longitudinal Study of Aging found that individuals who volunteer have lower mortality rates than those who do not.

VĚSTNÍK With so many benefits to volunteering, it’s no wonder that families often seek ways to volunteer together. Such efforts can be a great way to spend time together and give back to a community, all the while affording families a chance to reap the many rewards of volunteering. The following are a handful of potential volunteering opportunities that families can consider.

Litter cleanups The National Park Service estimates that plastics account for up to 90 percent of the trash floating in the ocean and littering shores. Many national and local organizations aim to combat plastic pollution via beach cleanups, and these efforts welcome volunteers of all ages, making them ideal ways for families to give back together.

But litter is not just a problem for oceanfront communities. The organiza-

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tion Keep America Beautiful notes that 66 million pounds of litter and recyclables were collected in 2019. KAB hosts various litter cleanup programs in towns and cities across the country and encourages families to join their movement.

Combat Homelessness According to the 2019 “The State of Homelessness in America” report from The Council of Economic Advisers, in January 2018, more than a half a million people were counted as homeless in the United States. Statistics in Canada are not as recent as those in the United States, but estimates suggest as many as 235,000 Canadians are homeless in any given year. Volunteering for a nearby homeless shelter is a great way for families to help this often underserved segment of the population. Contact a local homeless shelter to learn about specific

volunteering opportunities, which may involve preparing and serving meals and involvement in other services shelters offer.

Clothing drives Clothing drives not only benefit the homeless, but they also help people who simply don’t have the means to purchase new clothing. Families can donate their own slightly used clothing to nearby goodwill organizations and organize clothing drives through their schools and places of employment. Encourage neighbors to follow suit and donate their own slightly used items.

Volunteering together is a great way for families to give back to their communities.

—SPJST—

2020 SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest THE THEME IS: “THE AMERICAN FLAG Freedom, Courage, and Honor”

Tee-Shirt Design by Macy Narro Lodge 17, New Tabor The 2020 camp tee-shirts are Royal Blue in color with the “SPJST - Superheroes Unite “ design on them. Tee-shirts must be pre-ordered and pre-paid. Youth club members attending camp will receive their tee-shirts at camp. Tee-shirts can also be mailed for an additional $3.50 for postage per shirt.

Order Deadline: June 1, 2020 Name

FIRST PLACE PRIZES AWARDED IN FOUR AGE DIVISIONS Entering Kindergarten to 8 Years $50 Gift Card 9 to 11 Years • $50 Gift Card

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12 to 14 Years • $50 Gift Card

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Please order the following tee-shirts.

Adult $10.00 Small (34-36) ______ Medium (38-40) ______ Large (42-44) ______ X-Large ______ Adult XX-Large $12.00 ______ Adult XXX-Large $12.00 ______ Youth $10.00 Small (6-8) ______ Medium (10-12) ______ Large (14-16) ______ Total number of shirts ordered: ______ Postage for shirts, if mailed ($3.50 per shirt): ______ Total Amount Enclosed: ______ Send your order along with your check to

SPJST Home Office c/o State Fraternal Director Frank Horak P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503

15 to High School Senior $50 Gift Card

All First Place Winners also receive a U.S. Flag, wooden pole and hanging bracket!

Grand Prize Winner $100 Gift Card to be Presented at 33rd SPJST Convention in Killeen, Texas on Sunday, June 14, 2020 All SPJST members who are entering kindergarten to high school senior are encouraged to enter. Youth club membership is not required. Age division will be determined as of Flag Day — June 14, 2020. The Rules: Write a Flag Day essay or poem that addresses the theme, “The American Flag Freedom, Courage, and Honor” Essay length must be between 150 and 500 words. Entries must be typed. Entries — including digital files — must include a cover sheet with participant’s name, address, phone number and/or email address and lodge number.

Entries must be original and created by the youth. Entries become the property of SPJST and will not be returned.

Entries must be received on or before May 31, 2020. Send entries by U.S. Mail to: SPJST Flag Day Essay Contest c/o SPJST Home Office • P.O. Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503-0100 Send email entries to: frankh@spjst.com

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In Memoriam In Memory of Marjorie Gallia

In Memory of Helen Pavelka

Margaretta (Marjorie) Vasek Gallia, age 93, of Hallettsville, passed away October 19, 2019. She was born on December 28, 1925, to Emil and Leopoldina Martisak Vasek on the Vasek Homestead in the Rabb’s Switch community in Lavaca County.

Marjorie attended the Rabb Switch Rural School graduating Marjorie Gallia from Hallettsville High School. She further attended Victoria College and Texas State Teaching College. Marjorie taught in the Lavaca County rural and public school system for 36 years.

Marjorie married Edwin V. Gallia, Jr. on April 30, 1948, in Hallettsville. They went on to celebrate their golden anniversary in 1998 at Appelt’s Hill Hall where they met in 1944. While living in the Rabb Switch community, she became a member of Vsetin Czech Moravian Brethren Church and remained a member until her death.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge 4, Hallettsville and Texas Retired Teachers Association.

Marjorie is survived by sons Edwin V. Gallia, III and wife Rosanne of Hallettsville and Emery Gallia and wife Kim of Seabrook; grandchildren Anna Russell and husband Kyle, Emily Harabis and husband Ryan, Karis Gallia, and Emery Gallia, Jr.; and great-grandchildren Ripken Russell, Remi Russell, Mason Harabis, and Grant Harabis.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband Edwin, Jr.; and her parents.

Funeral service was held at 10 a.m., Tuesday, October 22 at Kubena Funeral Home. Visitation began at 9 a.m. Pallbearers were Emery Gallia, Jr., Kyle Russell, Ryan Harabis, Aaron Chudej, Bobby Kloppenburg, and Mark Dixon.

Officiant was Dr. Mark Labaj. Burial was in Hallettsville City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Czech Moravian Brethren Church or donor’s choice.

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Helen (Blahuta) Pavelka passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, in Corpus Christi, Texas, at the age of 92 years. Helen was the youngest of five born to John Blahuta and Annie (Rektorik) Blahuta on June 6, 1927, on the family farm in Banquete.

Helen married Jerome John (PeeWee) Pavelka on May 20, 1945, and Helen Pavelka they shared 67 years together.

Helen stood beside PeeWee through years of feast and famine and worked tirelessly to build an extremely successful home and farming operation until his death in 2013.

Helen spent her life as the matriarch of the family, and she devoted her life to being a strong, supportive farmer’s wife.

Many times she was in the background, but she was the glue that held everyone and everything together. Helen was dedicated to raising her children and grandchildren.

Helen loved her Czech heritage. She filled her home and family with Czech customs, food, and of course, music.

Dancing was by far a great love of the whole family. Many weekends were spent with the whole family going to dances when PeeWee played in the Pavelka Orchestra then later enjoying being able to actually dance with her husband.

Helen was a member of SPJST Lodge 117, Robstown.

Helen and PeeWee were blessed with children Karen (Gary) Criswell and Jerry (Beverly) Pavelka; grandchildren Kara (Will) Petrus, Tammy (Aaron) DeSpain, Bradley (Leann) Criswell, Kimberlie (Gary) Graley, Kellie (Barrett) Lewis, and Kristen (Jonathan) Anderson; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held Tuesday, October 1 at 9 a.m. at Memory Gardens Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service followed at 10:30 a.m. Interment was in Robstown Memorial Park Cemetery immediately following the funeral service.

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In Memory of August Madala

In Memory of Doris Boriski

August Madala, age 88, joined his heavenly family on Sunday, September 22, 2019. He was born March 4, 1931, in Shiner to the late August and Rosie (Vincik) Madala.

He attended Boundary Line School and graduated from St. Ludmila Academy in 1948. He loved his family and espeAugust Madala cially the love of his life - Laverne.

He also loved his farm, gardening, traveling with Laverne, casinos, and playing dominoes.

He retired from Kaspar Wire Works after more than 25 years of service. He celebrated 67 years of marriage to Laverne Madala until her sudden death on May 12, 2019. They are now together again.

He was a member of SPJST Lodge 10, Shiner. He was also a member of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and KJT. Survivors include daughters Shirley Page (Michael) of Telferner, Barbara Marzean (Michael) of Georgetown and Debra Kleihege (Don) of Houston; grandchildren Jennifer Epley (Dave), David Page (Heather), Stefanie Boyle (Rob), Travis Winn (Tina), Kayla Cherry (Jeff), Laura and Emily Kleihege; and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Laverne Madala; sisters Lorine Dierschke and Juanita Valenta; and grandson Jason Winn.

Visitation was from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, September 26 at Thiele Cooper Funeral Home with rosary recited at 6:30 p.m. Funeral mass was at 11 a.m., Friday, September 27 at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church with Reverend Bryan Heyer officiating.

Burial followed at SPJST Cemetery.

Pallbearers were his grandsons, and nephew Dennis Dierschke.

Memorials may be made to Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church Restoration Fund or to donor’s choice.

Arrangements were with Thiele Cooper Funeral Home.

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Doris Martinek Boriski was born December 14, 1927, in Ellinger, Texas, to Joseph and Lida Martinek. She was peacefully called home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 30, 2020.

Doris moved to Houston at about age 16 with her parents and lived there for about 60 years. She married Clarence Boriski in 1977 and upon Doris Boriski their retirement moved to Austin where they enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. They were a vital part of the community (Deer Creek Ranch) and the Unity of the Brethren Church. Clarence passed away in 2003, but Doris continued to live in Austin until 2014 when she moved back to Houston so her daughter could be near and take care of her at Treemont Retirement Center. She lived in the independent part of Treemont for three years, but because of a fall, she moved to assisted living then skilled nursing until her death.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge 155, Austin.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Clarence Boriski; daughter Marilyn Henderson (Hilton); Ted Robinson, husband of grand-daughter Leah; and sister Patsy McCelland (Jimmy).

Doris is lovingly remembered by daughter Pam Wood and husband Wallace; granddaughter Leah Robinson; grandson Munson Stodder, IV; greatgranddaughter Taylor Robinson; greatgrandson Trey Robinson; niece Denise Kistler; and step-daughters Patricia Muskrella (Michael), Sharon Marshall (Tommy), and Sharrol Hagland (Ronnie).

The family had a private burial service in light of the current COVID-19 health situation. A memorial service will be held in the future.

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In Memory of Mary Ann (Gerik) Zatopek Funeral service for Mary Ann (Gerik) Zatopek, age 95, of Temple, Texas, was at 10 a.m. Monday, November 11, 2019, at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Temple with Father John Guzaldo officiating. Burial followed in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in West.

A time of visitation was held from 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday, November 10 at Mary Ann Zatopek Harper-Talasek Funeral Home Chapel in Temple. Recitation of the Holy Rosary was at 7 p.m.

Mrs. Zatopek passed away Monday, November 4 in Dallas.

Mary Ann Gerik was born December 25, 1923, in Tokio to Joe Gerik and Frances Stepan Gerik. Mary Ann attended Tokio School and St. Mary’s Catholic School and was a 1941 graduate of West High School.

During World War II, she held a civil service position in Waco. She later worked as a bookkeeper for a paint company in downtown Waco, where she survived the 1953 tornado.

After her marriage to Lad Zatopek, she settled in Temple where she lived for 55 years. Prior to relocating to Dallas to be closer to her family, Mary Ann was a resident at Elmcroft Assisted Living in Temple, where she enjoyed time with her many friends.

Mary Ann was an active member of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple. She was also a member of KJZT. She was a founding member of St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Temple where she was active in various lay and social organizations.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Lad Zatopek; an infant son Joseph Zatopek; her parents Joe and Frances Gerik; and sisters Ella Elles, Beatrice Pustejovsky; Lillian Macicek, Henretta Sembera, and Margaret Franck.

Survivors include son and daughterin-law David and Cathy Zatopek of Dallas; granddaughter Clara Zatopek of Dallas; nieces and nephews Jim and Estelle Elles of Houston, Judy Sembera of Houston, Nicki and John Moore of San

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The family requests donations on Mary Ann’s behalf to St. Luke’s Catholic Church Development Fund in Temple or the History of West Museum.

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In Memory of Sammie Marshall Sammie Farrier Marshall, age 93, of Temple, Texas, died Monday, December 9, 2019, in a local care center.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, December 16, 2020, at Christ Episcopal Church in Temple with Reverend Janice Krause officiating.

Private burial was at Hillcrest Cemetery in Temple.

Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m.

Sunday, December 15 at ScanioHarper Funeral Home in Temple.

Sammie Nancy Sammie Marshall Farrier Marshall was born April 9, 1926, in Texarkana to Sammie Grant Byars Farrier and Henry Marshall Farrier. She was a graduate of Omaha High School in Omaha, Texas, and attended Texas State College for Women in Denton and the University of Texas at Austin, where she was an English major. At the University of Texas, she was a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority. In 1944, she was chosen as one of the “Ten Most Beautiful” at the University of Texas and was voted “Sweetheart” of the University of Texas in 1945, a prized designation discontinued by the 1970s. She remained an active supporter of the University of Texas after college, serving as a member of the Chancellor’s Council and as a member of the Texas Exes alumni association.

On January 30, 1948, she married the love of her life, Keifer Marshall, Jr. Sammie and Keifer were members of Christ Episcopal Church in Temple, where Sammie served as president of the Women of Christ Episcopal Church and taught Sunday School. She also served as vice president of the Episcopal Women of the Diocese of Texas. Sammie served in numerous community and civic organizations throughout her life, most notably in her roles supporting the

Temple Public Library, helping to organize the Friends of the Temple Public Library and serving as its first president, along with serving as a member of both the Temple Public Library Board of Trustees and a member of the Foundation of the Temple Public Library. Sammie was active with Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) as a former Regent with the Betty Martin Chapter of DAR and former Texas State Chairwoman of DAR Service for Veteran Patients. In July 2019, Sammie was recognized by the City of Temple and DAR for more than 50 years of service to the community. Sammie’s leadership and involvement in the area also includes Cultural Activities Center (CAC) where she was a member and served as the former chairwoman of the CAC Festival of Arts and was a member of the Contemporaries of the CAC. Throughout her life, Sammie was also active with the Junior League of Bell County, March of Dimes, City Federation of Women’s Club, Domestic Science Club, the Institute for the Humanities at Salado, among many other Temple and Bell County area organizations.

She was a member of SPJST Lodge 87, Temple, where her late husband Keifer was an award-winning sales agent for many years.

Even with her extensive civic and community involvement, Sammie was most known for her love for her friends and family, including her 69-year marriage to her best friend and late husband, Keifer Marshall, Jr. Throughout her life, she had at least 16 godchildren - a testament to her loving nature.

She was preceded in death by husband Keifer Marshall, Jr.; son Keifer Marshall, III; brother Henry Marshall Farrier, Jr.; sister Sally Farrier Owens; and step-granddaughter Kimberly Marshall Combs.

She is survived by grandsons Rob Marshall and wife Christina Marshall of Temple and Patrick Marshall of Temple; great-grandchildren Keifer Marshall V, Lily Marshall, and Weston Marshall, all of Temple; and step-great-granddaughters Jessica Wilson of Lufkin and Isabella Combs of Louisville.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to either Christ Episcopal Church, 300 North Main, Temple, Texas 76501 or to the Foundation of the Temple Public Library, 100 West Adams Avenue, Temple, Texas 76501.

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In Memory of Carolyn Slovacek Carolyn Slovacek, 69, of Rosebud, Texas, died Friday, November 15, 2019, in a Marlin nursing home. Services were held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 20 at Cook-Gerngross-Green-Patterson Funeral Home in Rosebud. Reverend Jody Hickman and Reverend Lee Scott officiated. Burial followed in Woodland Cemetery in Rosebud.

Mrs. Slovacek was born March 5, 1950, in Rogers to Embry and Mary Lou Harris Williams. She graduated from Rogers High School and King’s Daughters Hospital School of Nursing in Temple. She worked as a licensed vocational nurse for Dr. H.B. Halbert, Dr. Mike Locklear, and Dr. Sigfreid Kreis at the Rosebud Hospital, Little River Healthcare, and Scott and White Clinic in Cameron. She married Jim Ed Slovacek. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Rosebud and SPJST Lodge 24, Cyclone.

She was preceded in death by husband Jim Ed Slovacek.

She is survived by sons Jeff Slovacek and wife Cindy and Joel Slovacek and girlfriend Jessica, both of Rosebud; brothers Bill Williams and Thomas Williams and wife Carol, both of Rogers, and Dwayne Williams and wife Jane of Seaton; sisters Margaret Abel and Sherill Whatley and husband Joe, both of Rogers; and grandchildren Morgan, Easton, Summer, and Hunter Slovacek, and Brody Bishop.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Rosebud.

Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 19 at the funeral home.

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Good Grief News Please Don’t Tell Me How To Grieve If You’ve Never Been Through It

By Sabrina N. Young, CFSP

I was conducting a virtual grief meeting when a woman commented to the group: “Please don’t tell me how to grieve if you have never been through it.” She was referencing the loss of her father. The woman had a wonderful, daily relationship with him. She shared her beautiful story and how he passed in December.

Another commenter said that she understood . . . “but it’s been a little while now so you can begin to move on. Start enjoying the family again and have happier days!”

This woman’s reaction was to stop posting in her conversation thread.

While the stream of positive support was clearly present, the woman focused on the one negative comment.

Grief is a very sensitive emotion. We have been accustomed to not grieve, to have designated time frames to grieve, and to have the mentality to move forward and focus ahead.

I cannot tell you how important it is to slow down in the grief process. Do not rush. You can take all the time you need for it will be a learning process.

Embrace the moments where memories are the strongest and even shed tears.

The people who have gone on before us left their prints on our hearts, and it’s okay to miss them. There are levels of grief, and yes, grief can lead further into depression and complicated psychological treatments can occur. I am talking about the basic grief we go through e.g. the hurt, the tears, the heartache, the mourning, the emptiness, the transitional aspects, etc. - some people call it “surface grief.”

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Lodge 47, Seaton

Identifying to someone’s grief is common for people to do. We want a grieving person to know we understand and how we do this is by sharing “our” story. Our story - even though we are relating - might seem the same to the storyteller, but on the grieving end, it may feel completely different. We are taught as professionals to identify/acknowledge, support, and encourage the griever.

Here are three steps to help when you are faced with someone who is grieving: Step 1. Acknowledge the loss.

Focus on their emotions and their story only. Refrain from identifying with a like-story. If a death occurred to a cousin, do not let them know your cousin just passed also. If they have become a widower, do not let them know you have been a widow for months/years. Simply let them know you understand the pain. You are here to talk and listen. In time after you have acknowledged their hurt and loss, you can share your story.

Step 2. Offer support for their situation.

Help with food. Cut the grass. Do laundry. Tidy up the house. Pick up the children or babysit.

Step 3. Lastly, encourage them that its okay to grieve.

Take the time, encourage storytelling, sharing memories, listen, and just be there.

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Death Claims Paid in February 2020 SPJST • Temple, Texas Name Jeffrey Cummings Joseph C. Koudela Henry Till Muenster Leonard Henry Marek Manuel R. Alejandro Frances L. Cordelle Martin Frank Pesek Mae E. Ingram Nello Strickland, Jr. Marilyn Sue Gaffigan Emilie Vrana Betty Sue Jones Naomi J. Pasemann Sammie Farrier Marshall Robert E. Garrett Virgil Lee Howard David Joe Mach Carolyn Ann King Ted Henry Dusek Margaret Cline David Ray Schroeder Charles Winterowd Placida F. Martinez Ellie F. Havlik Pearl Alvina Brock Dorscile Badke Robert Brann Allison Martha L. Gill Milton Kubena Stephen G. Marek Rosie Regina Barta Bobby G. Cunningham, Jr. Joy Siemering Gary L. Chumchal Joyce G. Stacy Stanley Paul Smith Joyce J. Meyers Allen E. Chanek JC Bumgardner Dorothy G. Kocurek Clara P. Bulanek Marion Stank Bason Edward T. Mount Leona A. Harvey Rose Lee Pechal

Lodge/Location 160, San Angelo 40, El Campo-Hillje 4, Hallettsville 4, Hallettsville 177, Academy 28, East Bernard 63, Sweet Home 88, Houston 169, Brenham 88, Houston 29, Taylor 87, Temple 29, Taylor 87, Temple 187, Round Rock 1, Fayetteville 25, Ennis 151, Wharton 84, Dallas 139, Danbury 200, Bruceville-Eddy 135, Ennis 47, Seaton 139, Danbury 79, Corpus Christi 88, Houston 15, Buckholts 177, Academy 142, Houston 54, West 202, Jourdanton 74, Lovelady 171, Lockhart 151, Wharton 202, Jourdanton 74, Lovelady 66, Waco 41, Port Lavaca 81, Needville 148, El Maton 139, Danbury 92, Fort Worth 191, Lufkin 91, San Jacinto 47, Seaton

Date of Admission 8/14/2019 3/07/1960 6/03/1957 11/24/1952 12/01/1984 7/01/1948 4/17/1951 7/30/1975 11/18/2010 7/01/1983 6/01/1983 2/07/2018 3/13/1962 12/05/2006 3/03/1978 9/10/1976 11/18/1966 6/02/1987 6/11/1945 1/09/1962 2/01/1984 9/14/1970 6/01/1989 9/01/1953 6/20/1973 9/26/1968 9/01/1986 11/01/1985 11/22/1967 9/01/1961 11/21/1950 5/01/1986 10/27/2006 11/15/1954 6/25/1976 4/01/1984 4/13/1978 10/08/1969 4/25/1966 1/12/1949 7/01/1948 8/24/2004 1/22/1999 4/21/2004 8/15/1997

Date of Death 11/30/2019 3/22/2019 12/24/2019 1/09/2020 12/16/2019 1/01/2020 12/19/2019 12/10/2019 1/07/2020 12/24/2019 1/09/2020 1/09/2020 12/31/2019 12/09/2019 10/11/2019 12/18/2019 1/05/2020 11/14/2019 11/15/2019 1/06/2020 12/01/2019 3/13/2007 1/30/2020 1/20/2020 7/28/2013 7/30/2019 7/11/2016 1/14/2020 1/20/2020 1/26/2019 1/02/2020 1/26/2020 1/29/2020 1/28/2020 1/28/2020 10/02/2019 12/24/2019 1/22/2020 1/04/2020 11/12/2019 1/09/2020 12/31/2019 10/16/2019 10/05/2019 1/09/2020

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—

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Kolache Klobase Festival in East Bernard canceled The officers of the East Bernard KJT Society No. 40 and the executive committee of the Kolache Klobase Festival have made the decision to cancel this year’s festival which was scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2020.

While we know this is a disappointment to many, we feel this is the right choice. We thank all those who have already made sponsor and raffle commitments, and you will be contacted regarding this.

To our fans and patrons, we hope to bring you a great festival in 2021. In the meantime, stay well!

Submitted by, Martha Viktorin Lodge 28, East Bernard —SPJST—

Taylor Czech Chorus scholarship deadline set for May 1 The Taylor Czech Chorus has established a $500 scholarship to be awarded to a graduating senior of Czech descent.

The selected recipient will have the scholarship paid to the accredited college or university of his/her choice. All graduating 2019-2020 seniors who are eligible candidates and that meet the following criteria are urged to apply.

1) Graduating senior in the 2019-20 school year.

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

3) Provide documentation of Czech heritage. Possible forms of documentation which can show Czech lineage include, but are not limited to: a. birth certificates of generations showing Czech name(s), b. family tree, c. Baptismal certificates of ancestors authenticating heritage, d. docket from immigration ship(s), e. ancestor’s passport(s) or visa(s).

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

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

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

7) Submit a completed application and all necessary documentation by the deadline of Friday, May 1, 2020. Late applications will not be considered.

Applications are available by contacting Betty Zimmerhanzel at 512-3526823, from The Taylor Czech Chorus Facebook page, and through local high school counselors.

Monica Stojaník Lodge 20, Granger —SPJST—

Cedar Rapids, IA – The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library recognizes that we are living in a pivotal moment of history. As a cultural museum that uses stories and events from the past to better understand the present and prepare for the future, the NCSML will create two projects to share for future generations: a time capsule for physical memorabilia related to COVID-19 and storied documentation through social media updates, letters, and journal entries.

“It is so important for us to capture these stories, artifacts, and memorabilia from this pandemic so that future generations can learn from this moment in time,” NCSML President and CEO Dr. Cecilia Rokusek says. “We can take these rich stories, discuss them, share them, and even compare them to the

stories of survival from our immigrants of all backgrounds.”

“We hope to use the information we collect for future programs about resilience, dedication, patience, sacrifice, and coping,” she adds.

To do this, the NCSML needs your help. Anyone with physical COVID-19 items, such as photographs, news clippings, and signage, to include in the time capsule, should contact Grant Smith, NCSML’s Director of Facilities, at gsmith@ncsml.org. Smith can answer any questions people have about the time capsule.

Library Director Dave Muhlena is collecting personal writings and stories about COVID-19. He can be reached at dmuhlena@ncsml.org.

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CZECH CULTURAL CALENDAR TEMPORARILY CLOSED. Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, 119 West French Avenue, Temple. ACTIVITIES TEMPORARILY CANCELED. First and third Tuesday tarok lessons • Czech film screenings at The Beltonian Theatre in Belton.

Wednesdays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. 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 POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Czech Language Class—at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road on US Highway 77, La Grange, 1 to 4 p.m. Fee is $10 per person per class.

Call or email to verify classes. Pre-registration preferred. For information, call 888-785-4500; 979-968-9399; or email info@czechtexas.org.

Second Tuesdays POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Czech Film Nights and Matinees—at The Beltonian Theatre, 219 East Central, Belton. Showtimes - 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Free admission. Film is presented by Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center (CHMGC). For information, call CHMGC 254-899-2935; find them on Facebook; or on the web at www.czechheritagemuseum.org. Find The Beltonian online at www.thebeltoniantheatre.com or on Facebook.

May 1 Taylor Czech Chorus Scholarship Application Deadline—For application and information, contact Betty Zimmerhanzel 512-352-6823; or local school counselors. Visit The Taylor Czech Chorus on Facebook. Submitted by Monica Stojaník, Lodge 20, Granger.

Memorial Day Weekend 2020 CANCELED: National Polka Festival 2020, Ennis, Ellis County, Texas.

August 1 TCGS Cookbook Submission Deadline. For information, contact Cookbook Project Chair Charlene Hurta, 1231 County Road 201A, Angleton, Texas 77515; phone 979-849-0348; or email cmhurta@earthlink.net.

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Wraps, rolls, wings, and bowls: 18 Prague restaurants that are redefining fast food Derek DeWitt Food & Drink, In the News February 26, 2020

Monday, April 27, 2020 menu a lot, so there are always surprises for repeat customers. There are usually three or four varieties on offer, plus they sometimes do tequeňos, which are fried bread sticks with queso blanco in the middle (not gluten-free). For a sweet finish, have the quesillo, which is the Venezuelan version of flan.

From Venezuelan arepas to homegrown chlebíčky a guide to the Czech capital’s rising casual-dining scene.

There’s a lot of culinary talent and ambition in Prague, and plenty of places to sit down to a fancy multi-course meal.

But here’s where the Czech capital is really beginning to shine: in the casual eateries that are fueling its vibrant emerging food scene, one that relies more on butcher paper and condiments than white napkins.

Thanks to the skyrocketing popularity of open-air markets and food festivals, unsung local chefs in the Czech capital are getting the notice they deserve – in fact many of the casual dining spots mentioned here started out as stands.

Fun, fresh, and fast (you should be able to get in, order, eat, and get out in 40 minutes or less) these are the places I find myself visiting again and again for a satisfying quick bite. With the Prague food scene moving faster than a speeding food truck – and two major food markets due to open up in the next couple of years – there’ll be plenty more places to add to your quick-bites bucket list in no time at all.

Texas barbecue with Czech ingredients and sensibilities, this “Czexan” spot slow smokes their meats and when you come in, there’s a batch ready. This makes for some pretty fast service. No plates – the food is placed on butcher paper on a tray. Plenty of great side dishes as well, some of which are vegetarian-friendly. Beer from Clock Brewery, a pretty good wine selection and maybe the best small kolač in town round out the offerings. They also do a three-Benedict brunch on Sundays that’s something quite special.

The Conductor Francouzska 78 Prague 10 – Vršovice www.facebook.com/streetfoodmaestro Arepas De Lyna Korunní 83, Prague 3 –Vinohrady www.arepasdelyna.cz Arepas De Lyna/Facebook This little spot serves up incredible, fresh Venezuelan street food from the coastal region of La Guaira, just north of Caracas. Corn flour is the base of everything, so all arepas and empanadas are gluten-free. They change up the

zilian potato pumpkin stew and more; the menu is always changing. And the cinnamon rolls are pretty darned good.

Dim Sum Spot Milady Horákové 29 Prague 7 – Letná www.facebook.com/dimsumspot Big Smokers Dělnická 40 Prague 7 – Holešovice www.facebook.com/bigsmokersprague

Right by the top of Krymská, these self-styled “street food maestros” are all about quick, fresh, healthy fare that’s more than just a snack but less than a meal. They have two sandwiches they’re famous for – a 14-hour slowcooked pulled pork shoulder and a Cuban pulled pork sandwich. But they always make sure to have veggie and vegan options, like wraps, daily soup specials, Indian street food dishes, Bra-

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Tucked in the back of Pasáž Belcredi right by the Kamenická tram stop, this place does Chinese-style dumplings right. They always have a number of pork and veg options, often a chicken dumpling or two, and vegan ones as well. There are some broths usually available in addition to dumplings, and sides like homemade pickles, kimchi and pao cai. They also have special events from time to time where they try out new dumplings, or sometimes go crazy and offer things like Nepalese or Peruvian dumplings, or even tacos. Fast, fresh, and delicious.

Forky’s Veleslavínova 10 Prague 1 – Staré Město Milady Horákové 16 Prague 7 – Letná www.forkys.eu/en/ Forky’s/Facebook The vegan lifestyle has really taken off here in Prague, and the folks at Forky’s have come up with a sure-fire winning concept. It’s a 100 percent plant-based quick service bistro that uses recipes from all over the world.

They cook global street food that focuses on flavor, and also happens to not have any animal products. They’re probably most famous for their burgers, including a cheeseburger without cheese or meat that makes most vegans swoon with happiness. But they also do superbowls, wraps, rolls, soups, vegan sausages and hot dogs, and a weekly rotating lunch menu. They’ve become so successful, they have three locations in Brno, two (soon to be three) in Slovakia and one in Vienna, and are opening two more Prague locations this year (in Malá Strana and Chodov).

La Focacceria Krymská 30 Prague 10 – Vršovice www.facebook.com/pages/La-Focacceria/820302284994289 As the name suggests, this place focuses on focaccia, probably the best in town. This stuff is super light yet crunchy and covered in a variety of delicious toppings. It’s run by Italians, so none of this should come as a surprise. There are often other options as well, like fresh arancini and even flavored ricottas.

They’re mainly a takeaway joint, but you can get a big slice heated up to eat right there if you like. They also have some incredible Italian sweets, like jawdropping Sicilian cannoli. The only bad thing about this place is that they aren’t open at the weekend.

Garage Křižíkova 58, Prague 8 – Karlín www.poutine.cz Garage/Facebook This family run Canadian spot literally opened in a former garage, thus the name. What they sell is poutine, a snack from Quebec that is double cut steak fries covered in cheese curds and brown gravy. You got your classic style, you got one with pan-fried Canadian bacon, another with pulled pork (which is just mind-bogglingly good), also variations with ground beef and pork,

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ground beef and pork with cheese, shredded beef, and fried onion (that’s the Montreal way) or just all the darned meat. Two sizes for two prices to accommodate time and appetite constraints. They also make some pretty great lemonades, and have Molson beer.

Kro Kitchen Vinohradská 66 Prague 3 – right on the Vinohrady/Žižkov line www.krokitchen.cz Kro Kitchen/Facebook A small place that packs a big punch, taste-wise. The idea is to create a place that focuses equally on flavour and freshness, with some classic rotisserie dishes and an ever-changing bistro menu. Chicken is a staple here, and their Rueben sandwich is getting some pretty high praise. Their bistro dishes are often incredibly creative, taking inspiration from here and there, but with no particular ethnicity in mind (see their Facebook page for some of their past creations).

The place gets jammed sometimes, but they only accept reservations for half their tables – the other half are for walkins. So, you might get lucky. This is one of the places pointing the way towards the future of the Prague food scene.

Mr. HotDog Kamenická 24 Prague 7 – Letná www.facebook.com/mrhotdogprague In May, this Letná hot spot celebrates five years, and yet they still keep putting out some of the most consistently delicious food of this type in the city. The hot dogs are amazing (especially the Chicago) the fries are fantastic (espe-

VĚSTNÍK cially the Dumpster Fries). But really, it’s those sliders that are just astonishing.

Close to the Platonic ideal of what a slider should be. They have daily soup specials (always a recipe from some family member of one of the employees), lots of daily and weekend specials (ranging from pulled pork sliders and meatloaf to lobster rolls and fried fish burgers, just to name a few). No milkshakes, but some rather fantastic cocktails (probably the best Bloody Mary in town and, in the summer, their coriander martini is hard to beat), with Vinohradský pivovar beer and an everchanging list of guest beers. This place is ridiculously popular, so either go early, make a reservation, or don’t be starving when you show up since you might have to wait a spell for a table.

Meat Vandals Myslíkova 29 Prague 1 – Nové Město www.facebook.com/MeatVandals Meat Vandals/Facebook One of the success stories to come out of Manifesto Market, these folks focus on pulled pork and pastrami on brioche as their standard dish, and then lots of delicious specials that change frequently. Recent examples are a Swiss-style pork cheek sandwich with a hash brown on it and Raclette cheese, pulled chicken on a potato puree with chipotle salsa and daikon, pulled pork with cheddar sauce and corn salsa…you get the idea. Creative, fresh, delicious.

And yeah – meat. A lot of meat. They’ve got weekly lunch menus.

French onion soup, ratatouille niçoise (veggie option), Toulouse-style cassoulet, boeuf Bourguignon and the like. It’s all deep, rich and satisfying.

Pelmeňárna Štěpánská 11 Prague 2 – Nové Město pelmenarna.cz Another dumpling place but these are pelmeni, a classic dish from Russia and Kazakhstan. They’re fresh, they’re filling, they’re delicious, and they’re affordable – no wonder they are sometimes called “the heart of Russian cuisine”. They’ve got lamb, beef, chicken, Siberian (which is pork and beef), mashed potato and onion (veggiefriendly) and cottage cheese with apricot (for something sweet). An “order” is 16 pelmeni, which is around 300g or 450 calories, if you’re counting. They are all delicious as heck. Sadly, none of them are vegan or gluten-free. To wash it all down, you can get some no-nonsense kvas (a Russian fermented rye bread drink) or mors (a Russian berry lemonade), or get some beer or even vodka.

They have a lunch special every day, where you can get 10 of that day’s special pelmeni, with sour cream, plus a drink.

Le Petit Bouillon Manifesto Market Florenc, Prague 2 Nové Město, Market hours OC Quadrio – Prague 2 – Nové Město, OC Nový Smíchov – Prague 5, Smíchov lepetitbouillon.com Another success story from Manifesto, this French comfort food joint has decided to expand by opening up carts and stands instead of a fixed address.

The concept is the brainchild of Alexis Manach, who founded Bezrealitky.cz and Zarpo.com but then dropped all that for a life in the kitchen. We’re talking

Le Pizze di Frankie Otakarova 5 Prague 4 – Nusle www.facebook.com/lepizzedifrankie This one’s a success story from the pop-up scene. Frankie started doing pizzas featuring his handmade dough at bars and random spots, and then finally got this tiny little location near Náměstí Bratří Synků. There are a couple of places in there one could perch and eat, though most people get it to go. The thing is, this is very probably the best pizza in Prague, possibly in Central Europe. So who cares where you eat it, as long as you eat it? The toppings are fresh and artfully combined, but it’s that crust that makes this truly special. We predict they’ll get a bigger space in the not-so-distant future (especially after the nearby metro station for line D opens up). Frankie’s is already a Prague food institution.

Onigirazu Milady Horákové 9 Prague 7 – Letná www.facebook.com/onigirazu.cz This started as a food fad in Japan and quickly caught on to become its own thing, and now there’s a place in Prague that does it. Onigirazu are basically onigiri, which are rice balls with fillings, sometimes round and sometimes triangular, but with a wrapping of seaweed, so the whole thing is sort of a sandwich. Because it’s a “new” thing, people have a tendency to think outside

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the box when it comes to fillings. At this Prague 7 spot, they call it a “sushi-sandwich”, except that their stuff is mainly vegan. So, things like ponzu coleslaw with smoked tofu; smoked carrot with dill, sesame, cucumber and lemon mayo; Thai basil, pear, peanut, cabbage, spinach and tofu. The menu changes all the time. This is a pretty unique thing.

Sisters Dlouhá 39, Prague 1 – Staré Město Spálená 16, Prague 1 – Nové Město www.chlebicky-praha.cz Sisters/Facebook

PokeHaus Odborů 2, Prague 2 – Nové Město Milady Horákové 63, Prague 7 – Letná Manifesto Market Smíchov, Prague 5 – Smíchov poke.haus A unique, some might say audacious, arrival on the Prague food scene that started out at Manifesto, started partly

by Sergio Raygada of WingHaus fame (see below). Poke (rhymes with “okay” not “smoke”) is a Hawaiian raw fish salad with super fresh veggie elements and a collection of sauces, oils, and toppings to choose from. You can choose from their menu of cleverly-named combos featuring tuna, salmon, octopus or tofu, or create your own combo. So you could eat here every day for two weeks and always have a different poke.

And yes, the seafood is fresh and responsibly caught, despite our being far from the sea here. They’re in crazy expansion mode, and are due to start a number of new locations in the upcoming months. This winter they’ve also been offering some pretty darned good ramen as well. And the Letná location will have a whole patio area and lots of fun events come warmer weather.

They’ll also be participating in the Manifesto at Florenc, but as a churros stand.

As Prague becomes more international and cosmopolitan, you might wonder what will become its signature dish. Sisters is pointing the way by taking the classic Czech open-faced sandwich, the chlebíček, and putting a modern twist on it. These things are practically works of art, they’re so beautiful. But they’re not; you can eat ’em.

Which is a good thing because they are just fantastic. Using only the freshest ingredients, these creations are a whole experience – gorgeous to look at, fascinating to think about and stunningly delicious to taste. This place has become so popular they’ve opened a second location recently on Spálená. Let’s hope they end up opening plenty more.

WingHaus Vinohradská 32, Prague 2 – Vinohrady WingHaus Restaurant and Sports Bar: Cimburkova 10, Prague 3 – Žižkov www.winghaus.cz www.facebook.com/WingHausSB/ One of the ultimate quick bites to come out of the US is the fabled chicken wing. In recent years, many have tried to get it right but there’s really only one that does. That’s this place, who bill themselves as “professional wingmen,” started in part by Sergio Raygada, who later went on to help found PokeHaus (see above) and ChurroHaus (coming soon to Manifesto). They started out in a tiny storefront on Vinohradská 32 and recently opened a sit-down place with burgers and TV screens for sports matches. Their flavour scale, ranges

from least hot (Teriyaki) to Ghost, which is spiced with the infamous ghost chili (rated at over 1 million on the Scoville scale, 400 times hotter than Tabasco, used in India as an elephant repellant and in riot control grenades).

Recently, they created the !!Nuclear!!, which is even hotter than the Ghost, and Raspberry Fire, which sits above Sriracha BBQ but below Bohemian Fire.

Personal favs are the Garlic Parmesan, the Lemon Pepper, the OG Buffalo and the Sriracha BBQ, though the Chicken Parm is not without merit. They also have boneless versions for a bit more money, as well as vegetarian wings.

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have equally innovative soups and salads, homemade banana bread and other tasty treats. There’s always some veggie- and/or vegan-friendly option.

Got a favourite place that isn’t on this list? Mention it in the comments and we’ll go try it out.

Source: https://news.expats.cz/czech-food-drink/18prague-restaurants-that-are-redefining-fast-food/

Tip: Visit Expats.cz Food & Drink for great tips on Prague restaurants, Czech cuisine, and more.

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Závitkárna Haškova 7, Prague 7 – Letná www.facebook.com/zavitkarna/ This “fusion summer roll bistro” is all about Asian-style rolls. But not traditional ones, necessarily. The menu changes pretty much daily and everything is made fresh right there. Crunchy veg rolls with goat cheese, marinated beets, cranberries, pomegranate seeds, spinach and arugula drizzled with honey, lemon and crushed hazelnuts with a honey soy dipping sauce; salmon and mango or shrimp with beet (both with crunchy rice and a peanut-coconut sauce); pear and mackerel with wasabi mayo, fried red onion and rice noodles; crispy bacon with cabbage, avocado, rice noodles, spinach and sunflower seeds. Super unique, super new, super exciting stuff. They also sometimes

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The Czech Heritage Museum and Genealogy Center, located at 119 West French Avenue in Temple, has closed as a preventative and protective measure during the COVID-19 virus pandemic.

Please contact the Museum via email at CzechHeritageMuseum@gmail.com for more information.

The first and third Tuesday tarok lessons have been canceled temporarily.

The April 14 Czech film screening at The Beltonian in Belton has also been canceled.

The Kolache Kitchen-Downtown, which is located inside the Czech Heritage Museum’s building, is also temporarily closed.

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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 on the first and third Mondays of each month at 5 p.m., unless otherwise posted. Send updates to: VĚSTNÍK, c/o Editor Melanie Zavodny, P.O. Box 100, Temple, Texas 76503. FAX to: 254-773-8087. Email to: vestnik@spjst.org. Advertising rates are $2 per column inch for lodge ads; $4 per column inch for non-profit organization ads; and $6 per column inch for commercial ads. For advertising information, please call the Editor at 800-727-7578 or email vestnik@spjst.org.

LODGE 1, FAYETTEVILLE (1) Lodge Hall: 507 East Main Street, Fayetteville. Directions: Lodge hall is located on Hwy 159 East, 3 blocks from the town square. Hall Rental Information: 979-966-3795. Lodge Meetings: First Monday of even-numbered months - February, April, June, August, October, and December, 6 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 4, HALLETTSVILLE (6) Sunday, July 12—Lodge meeting, 3 p.m.

Sunday, August 16—Annual Family Day Lodge Meetings: Held every other month at 3 p.m. at Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce, 1614 North Texana Street, Hallettsville. For information/updates, call 361-7983347.

LODGE 6, COTTONWOOD (3) CANCELED: Sunday, May 3—Lodge meeting, 2 p.m.

CANCELED: Friday, May 15—Social night 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 254717-7840. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, contact Youth Leader Peggy Dobecka 254-717-0383; or dataped@sbcglobal.net.

LODGE 8, WEIMAR (6) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Monday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant, Schulenburg. Dates are February 24, May 25, August 24, and November 23.

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

Lodge Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Youth Leader Loree Lewis 979-220-4733.

LODGE 13, DIME BOX (1) Lodge Hall: 1081 County Road 425, Dime Box. Directions: In Dime Box, turn left from FM 141 on CR 424. Go east on CR 425 for 3/10 mile; hall is on the left. Hall Rental Information: 979-884-1451; Hall Phone: 979-884-1451. 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: 254217-2863. 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: 979-2723440. 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 18, ELGIN (2) • Dances held Sundays, 3 to 7 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

CANCELED: Sunday, May 3—Polka dance: Lost Cause Sunday, May 17—Glen Collins and the Alibis Saturday, June 27—Free Dance: Glen Collins and the Alibis, 2 to 5 p.m.

Sunday, August 23—Mark Halata 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 20, GRANGER (2) Lodge Hall: 114 West Davilla, Granger. Hall Rental Information: Brenna Bohac 512-859-2584. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the hall. A light meal is served before each meeting. All members are invited. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Brita Goodman for information 254-541-5344.

LODGE 23, MORAVIA (6) Lodge Hall: FM 957 North, Schulenburg. Located 12 miles south of Schulenburg, in Moravia. Directions: From Hwy 77 between Hallettsville and Schulenburg, take FM 532 West for 4 miles to Moravia. Turn right on FM 957 North; go 1 mile.

Hall is on the right. Lodge Meetings: Tuesday after the second Sunday in March, June, and September, 7:30 p.m.; and the first Sunday of December, 3 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 24, CYCLONE (2) Lodge Hall: 411 FM 964, Cyclone. Directions: Hall is 12 miles east of Temple, past Zabcikville. Exit Hwy 53 at blinking light to FM 485; go 1 mile to FM 964. Hall Rental Information: Mark Maddux 254-721-1774; or Brenda Maddux 254-721-1682. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. For information, call Kim Campbell 254-721-0586.

LODGE 25, ENNIS (3) Attention - All lodge events and rentals for the month of April have been canceled, postponed, or rescheduled.

Lodge Hall: 1901 East Hwy 34, Ennis. Hall Rental Information: 972-875-8381. Mail: PO Box 129, Ennis, Texas 75120. Email: SPJSTennis@yahoo.com. Game Room: Open every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the lodge dining room with supper at 6:30 p.m. followed by a complimentary social in the game room. Youth Club Meetings: For date, time, place, and more information, call Youth Leader Rita Holland 469-337-2284.

LODGE 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.

Lodge Hall: 5025 FM 619, Taylor. Directions: In Taylor, at intersection of State Hwy 95 and US 79 Business (4th

As noted in the March 23 Vestnik, SPJST issued a directive on March 16 requesting that all SPJST lodge and district meetings, youth functions, and lodge events be canceled or postponed through May 16.

Street), turn east on Hwy 79. Proceed to FM 619, turn north (left) and go about .8 mile to the large, 2-story hall. Hall Rental Information/Hall Phone: 512-352-9139. 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 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 32, VICTORIA (6) Lodge Meetings: Held the second Thursday of every other month - January, March, May, July, September, and November, 2019 at Victoria Mall Meeting Room, at 6:30 p.m.

For information, contact Secretary Linda Mozisek 361-2207725.

LODGE 47, SEATON (2) Lodge Hall: 10842 State Hwy 53, Temple. Directions: Seaton Star Hall is 7 miles east of Temple on Hwy 53. Star Hall is a non-smoking facility. Hall Rental Information: Danny Stepan 254-760-7819; Hall Phone: 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 48, Beyersville suffered devastating damage to its hall due to a fire on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. For information or questions, contact Lodge 48 President Robert Leshikar 512-635-3021.

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 Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month at 5:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. For information, call Youth Leader Michelle Newsom 512-913-0226.

LODGE 35, ELK (3) 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 254-7150275; mrdudemann@yahoo.com.

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 38, KOVAR (1) Lodge Hall: 278 Zimmerhanzel Road, Flatonia. Hall Rental Information: 512-237-9099/day; 830-839-4353/night. Lodge Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 512-332-6758.

LODGE 54, WEST (3) Lodge Meetings: First Friday in March, June, and November, and the second Friday in September at St. Joseph Hall, 303 South Harrison Street in West, 7 p.m. For information, call Freddie Kaluza 254-709-2303.

LODGE 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: Third Tuesday of February, May, August, and November at 6 p.m. at Six Mile Volunteer Fire Department Meeting Room, Royal Road, Port Lavaca. For information, call lodge Secretary Mary Sitka 361-552-5170 or email danmarysitka@yahoo.com.

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

LODGE 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) Attention: Beginning in June, 2020, lodge meetings will begin at 12:30 p.m.

Lodge Meetings: Sunday, June 7; Sunday, September 13; and Sunday, December 6. Meetings are at 12:30 p.m. at Luby’s Cafeteria, 1801 Ninth Street in Wichita Falls. For information, contact Dianna Ibarra 940-224-7383.

VĚSTNÍK LODGE 79, CORPUS CHRISTI (7) Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Meal served at 1 p.m.; meeting follows. Visitors welcome. Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Sokol Hall, 5502 Kostoryz Road, Corpus Christi. Call Youth Leader Marcia Rew for information 361-563-6779.

LODGE 80, HOLLAND (2) Lodge 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: 254-657-2485.

Bingo: Every Thursday, 7 p.m. Permit No. SP12371416574; AL17460607355. Lodge Meetings: Held bi-monthly. 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.

LODGE 81, NEEDVILLE (5) Lodge Hall: 13609 Hwy 36, Needville. Directions: Hall is located at the corner of Hwy 36 and FM 361, one mile from the traffic light in Needville. Hall Manager/Bookings: Dan Natho 979-618-1426. Hall Phone: 361-793-4742. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m.; meal at 12 noon at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Contact Youth Leader 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. - unless otherwise announced in the Věstník. Contact Youth Leader Lynda Novak 972-948-4456.

LODGE 87, TEMPLE (2) Lodge Hall: 320 North 50th Street, Temple. Directions: From East Adams Avenue, turn north onto 50th Street; go 2/10 mile. Hall is on the left. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 254773-2363.

LODGE 88, HOUSTON (5) Lodge Hall: 1435 Beall Street at West 15th, Houston (the Heights). Directions: Hwy 290—Take Mangum Dacoma exit; stay on frontage road. At third traffic light, turn left onto 18th Street. Go under freeway at third traffic light, turn on Beall Street. Hall is on the right. Hall Phone/Rental Information: Call 713-869-5767; or visit www.lodge88.org.

Dances are held 8 to 11:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

For more information, call 713-869-5767, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Beer, set-ups, soda, and ice sold at bar. Please do not bring from outside. *Dress Code dances: evening attire for ladies and gentlemen. *Introductory pricing. Bingo: Every Thursday evening; games start at 7 p.m.

License No. 17407503501. Lodge Meetings: Third Monday, 7 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: Starting January 2020, Lodge 88 Youth Club meetings will be held on the second Sunday of the month at the lodge. hall. For information, call Youth Leader Vanessa Guerrero 281-7451697.

LODGE 91, SAN JACINTO (5) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings - TBA in the Věstník.

For information, contact Lodge Secretary Vonda Smesny 832-694-8762.

LODGE 92, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 3316 Roberts Cut Off Road, Fort Worth 76114.

Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-30 West to the Henderson exit. Take Henderson North; it becomes Jacksboro Hwy (TX 199). Stay on this road north until Roberts Cut Off, which is a right off of Jacksboro Hwy. Hall - also known as National Hall - is on the right about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. Great Western Inn Motel is on the corner. Hall Event/Rental Information: Call National Hall Events Manager Jon Durham 817-624-1361. Visit Lodge 92 website www.nationalhallfortworth.com. Ladies Circle: Meets the second Tuesday of each month. Randy and the 92nd Road House Band plays every first Sunday. Dressy casual.

Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the hall - unless otherwise noted.

LODGE 97, PLACEDO (6) Lodge Meetings: Monday, March 2; Monday, June 1; Monday, September 14 in the Community Room at Victoria Mall, 6 p.m. For information, call Secretary Judy Bellanger 361576-2935.

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

Monday, April 27, 2020 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 214-9063385 or email jvrla@cebridge.net.

LODGE 133, SAN ANTONIO (7) Lodge Meetings: Quarterly meetings are held in March, July, October, and December at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Activity Center, 1630 Goliad Road, San Antonio. For information, contact President Jarolyn Popp 830-964-5135.

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

Sokol Hall is on the left.

LODGE 139, DANBURY (5) Lodge Meetings: Held quarterly - the second Sunday of March, June, September, and December at Main Street Steakhouse, 1802 Main Street in Danbury. Meeting at 12 noon, luncheon follows. For information, call Lonnie 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 Dennis Hermis 713-826-2981; or Secretary Elizabeth Hermis 281-787-8717. Youth Club Meetings: Held the same date, time, and location as the adult lodge meetings - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Youth Leader Amanda Muzny 713-560-5377.

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 979618-1890.

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

LODGE 154, FORT WORTH (3) Lodge Hall: 6500 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth. Directions: From IH-35 West in Fort Worth, take IH-20 West exit. Stay on IH-20 West until you come to 820; stay on 820 until you come to Jacksboro Hwy and Azle Street exit. Take Azle Street exit; go to the traffic light. Turn left at the traffic light.

Go to the second traffic light then turn right onto Boat Club Road. Go approx. 2 1/2 miles. Hall is on the right. Hall Phone: 817-237-5181. Lodge Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 3:30 p.m. at the hall. For information, call 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: For dates time, and location of quarterly meetings, call Secretary Ginny Prasatik 512-472-1721.

LODGE 157, LUBBOCK (4) Lodge Meetings: Last Sunday of every other month of March, June, and September; then December - the first Sunday at 2:30 p.m. For meeting location, contact Secretary Cynthia Kristinek - phone 806-763-7245; or email cyndynjerome@gmail.com.

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

Watch the Věstník for meeting time/location. For information, contact President Sandra Jansa 325-651-8045; or sandra.jansa@hotmail.com. Youth Club Meetings: For date, time, location, call Youth Leader Ryan Jansa 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 713594-5049. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center. For information, call Youth Leader Brenda Moyle 713-303-1471.

LODGE 169, BRENHAM (1) Lodge Meetings: Fourth Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, 6:30 p.m. at Texas Seafood and Steakhouse, 2209 South Market Street, Brenham. (December meeting/social information will be announced at a later date.) Lodge Information: Call Stephen Bliznak 979-2514150; or Lenora Bliznak 979-277-8845.

LODGE 172, PASADENA (5) Lodge Hall: 3609 Preston Road, Pasadena. Lodge Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall, 3609 Preston Avenue, in Pasadena. November and December meetings will be held on the third Sunday.

For information, contact Jo 346-317-4412; or Helen 713920-7172 LODGE 177, ACADEMY (2) Lodge Hall: 711 Rio Poco, Little River-Academy. Directions: Hall is on the south side of Academy, just off Hwy 95, on the right. Hall Phone: 254-982-4434. Please leave a message with questions. Bingo: Every Tuesday and Friday at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Kitchen is open. Board of Trustees/Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of January, March, May, July, September, and November - Board Meeting, 6:15 p.m. Regular lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m.

LODGE 179, WARRENTON (1) Lodge Meetings: Second Thursday of each month, 11 a.m.

Location will be announced in the Věstník prior to the meeting each month. For information, contact Ricky Weyand 979-966-7138.

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

LODGE 182, FALLS COUNTY (2) Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at The Chicken Place, 504 Bridge Street, Marlin. For information, contact Youth Leader Becky Beckendorf 254-749-5732.

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: 682-800-3485. Game Nights are every Tuesday and Thursday, 7 p.m. and every Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Permit No. 17516910506. Lodge Meetings/Family Nights: Third Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 184, MOULTON (6) Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of February, May, August, and November, 7 p.m. at Moulton VFD building in the meeting room. RSVP to Elmer Michna at 361-772-3876 or Johnnie Hoffman at 361-772-5049. Please RSVP by Thursday of the week prior to the meeting.

LODGE 185, NEW BRAUNFELS (7) Lodge Meetings: Every other month - February, April, June, August, October, and December. Call for meeting date, time, and location. Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. (subject to change). Call Youth Leader Jessica McCoy for information 979-777-8215.

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: 979567-4264. Lodge Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the hall. Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the hall. Call Youth Leader Yolanda Brinkman for information 979-567-0637.

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 512-771-4948. Lodge Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, beginning at 2 p.m. at the hall, followed by entertainment and potluck meal.

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

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LODGE 191, LUFKIN (5) Lodge Hall: 197 Hughes Road, Lufkin. Hall Rental Information/Dance Reservations: George Scogin 936-8752867. Regular Dances: Third Friday night of each month, 7 to 10 p.m. Please bring finger foods for the snack table.

Lodge Meetings: Monday night before the Friday dance of the month, 7 p.m. at the hall.

LODGE 196, HOUSTON-WEST (5) Lodge Hall: 17810 Huffmeister Road, Cypress. Directions: Off Hwy 290 West at Skinner. Hall Phone: 281-373-9482; email spjstlodge196@gmail.com. Lodge Meetings: First Sunday of each month. Potluck social at 1 p.m.; meeting begins at 2 p.m. - unless otherwise noted. For information, call Cadance Wager 713-515-2835.

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. 254-6245152.

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 830-281-8246.

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

LODGE 207, IOWA PARK (4) Lodge Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. For meeting location, call Secretary Joyce Kotulek 940-8550882.

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

LODGE 219, EL PASO (4) Lodge Meetings: Second Wednesday of March, April, and May at 6 p.m. at Puerto Vallarta Grill, 1611 Montana Avenue, El Paso. For questions, call President Aracely Quiz 915-999-2062.

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

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

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