Your for News prosvetaOfficial Publication of the Slovene National Benefit Society In This Issue YEAR CXI USPS: 448-080 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2018 ISSUE 2 ISSN: 1080-0263 Up-and-Coming Calendar of Events...... 2 Slovenia from the Source...... 3 SNPJ Lodges Eligible to Unite for Friday night returning to the Senior Week schedule 31st Convention Delegate Elections...... 4 PROSVETA Crossword Puzzle...... 4 by KEVIN RICHARDS the Gostilna kitchen is open on the weekends Trailer Court, there is no lodging fee. SNPJ Fraternal Sympathies...... 6 SNPJ Fraternal Director and that entertainment is planned on Friday Your registration form and a $25 cabin de- SNPJ Recommender Coupon...... 7 IMPERIAL, Pa. — We’re looking forward to evening as well. posit (if you didn’t pay when you checked out an exciting 2018 summer season at the SNPJ The Senior Week registration fee for SNPJ last summer) are due to the SNPJ Recreation Recreation Center, and we have some changes members is $155 per person; the fee for non- Center by Aug. 5. The balance will be due to our Senior Week program in store for you. members is $230 per person. There is also an when you check in on Sunday, Aug. 19. Please briefly Senior Week 2018 will run from Sunday, Aug. additional lodging fee based on your cabin contact Sue Zarella at the Rec Center by calling 19, to Saturday, Aug. 24. That’s right – Senior selection. The upper two-bedroom cabins (cab- 1-877-767-5732 if you are unsure if you left a Week participants will be getting their Friday ins #3-#24) are $300 for the week, the lower cabin deposit. You may also submit your total Society sympathies evening back! two-bedroom cabins are $230 for the week, and balance with your Senior Week registration for Lodge 113 secretary While the meal service will conclude with the one-bedroom cabins are $120 for the week. form if you like. breakfast on Friday morning, participants will Want to stay in the newly renovated Cabin #1 or After Aug. 5, if we haven’t received your IMPERIAL, Pa. — The SNPJ Home Of- be able to stay in their cabins and enjoy all of Cabin #2? That fee is $525 for the week. These registration and deposit, you may lose the deposit fice has been notified of the Jan. 1, 2018, the Friday evening fun at the Recreation Center. lodging fees remain the same whether one person and your cabin may be rented to somebody else. passing of Sis. Charlene Dupin, secretary/ Of course, you can also stay Saturday evening as or six people stay in the cabin. treasurer of Lodge 113 in Price, Utah. SEE 2018 SENIOR WEEK well, for an additional fee. Please remember that Naturally, if you stay in your RV in the SNPJ On behalf of the entire Society, the ON PAGE 5 members of the Executive Committee and Home Office staff extend their sym- pathies to Sis. Dupin’s family and friends on their loss.
A February meeting on the Lodge 686 schedule WEST ALLIS, Wis. — Greetings to all Lodge 686 members. The 2018 Lodge PERIODICAL MATERIAL officers are as follows: President Chuck Demshar, Vice President Gerald Francis, Recording Secretary Craig Kasseckert, Secretary/Treasurer Charles Kasseckert, and auditors Mary Alyce Francis and Rosemary Demshar. Our next meeting will be held Friday, Feb. 16, starting at 7 p.m. in the meeting room of Bevsek- Verbick Funeral Home, 10210 W. Lincoln Ave. in West Allis. If you have any ques- tions I can be reached at (414) 543-4429 or [email protected]. Charles A. Kasseckert Lodge 686 Secretary/Treasurer Photo submitted by Sis. Carmella Smidl (8). Lodge 8 Members Hit the Lanes The members of Delavec Lodge 8 in Chicago hosted a very enjoyable bowling outing in February merger unites December 2017. Teams were made up of children, teens and adults. Everyone had so much fun that the Lodge is planning another outing in the very near future. Lodge 781 and Lodge 257 IMPERIAL, Pa. — SNPJ Lodge 781 has merged into SNPJ Lodge 257 effec- tive Feb. 6, 2018. Notices were sent to the members informing them of the merger. New format for The secretary/treasurer for Lodge 257 is Patricia Juda, 13952 Zaremba Dr., Brook Park, OH 44142. The Lodge 257 Youth Roundup president is Marie Pivik. Many thanks to Lodge 781 Secretary/ Treasurer Dorothy Grmek for her years of service to the Lodge and to the Society, holds promise and a big thank you to all of the Lodge 781 officers over the years. We appreci- ate your efforts. A special thank you to of excitement the Lodge 257 officers and members for accepting the merger. by BETTY HARTMAN KAREN A. PINTAR Lodge 138 SNPJ National Secretary/COO BOROUGH OF SNPJ, Pa. — Every win- ter as a kid, I dreamed of all the summer activities to come at the SNPJ Recreation Your pageant donations Center. One of my favorite summer activities was attending Youth Roundup. I went every support SNPJ tradition year, starting at the age of 7, and could not wait to return the following summer. It was IMPERIAL, Pa. — The Miss SNPJ Among those enjoying the festivities during the Westmoreland Co. Federation’s 85th celebration a we ek long a dvent u re fi l le d wit h swi m m i ng, Pageant Booster Fund is currently accept- were [from left] Federation officers TreasurerLois Denning, Secretary JoAnn Raspotnik crafting, singing camp songs and forming ing donations. There are numerous costs associated with the pageant, and your and President MaryAnn Bebar; SNPJ National President JoSePH C. Evanish; and SNPJ new friendships. Miss Talent 2018 KATIE JO RASPOTNIK. donations, both large and small, are truly Now, as a young adult, I’ve had the op- appreciated to help defray those costs. portunity to return to Youth Roundup as a Please make checks payable to SNPJ, counselor and help run the camp. I still get noting Miss SNPJ Pageant on the memo excited thinking of how we have been able The Westmoreland Federation line, and mail your donation to Slovene to continue this wonderful camp tradition, National Benefit Society, Attn. Fraternal and this year, Youth Roundup is coming th Department, 247 West Allegheny Road, back stronger than ever with a brand new Imperial, PA 15126. celebrates its 85 anniversary weekend format. by MARYANN BEBAR (41) cake was given to all the guests in attendance. Through all the recent cold and winter Westmoreland Federation President Federation Secretary JoAnn Raspotnik (41) gave storms, it’s hard to think a warm breeze will HERMINIE, Pa. — The Westmoreland County a great summation of what the Westmoreland ever come again. However, at the SNPJ Home THE (Pa.) Federation of snpj lodges celebrated 85 Federation is and what we still intend to do for O f fic e, pla ns a re a l rea dy get t i ng u nder way for years on Dec. 3, 2017. Our celebration was held our members. Youth Roundup, including lots of time in the DEADLINE at the Crystal Ballroom in Herminie. Music was Past and present scholarship recipients were pool, great food, fun games and, of course, provided by the famous Grkman Band, who got announced, and we were informed who is doing a roaring campfire. Youth Roundup 2018 is The next two PROSVETA issue dates their start nearby in Yukon, Pa. Joe Grkman and what today. SNPJ Miss Talent 2018 Katie Jo scheduled July 27-29, and it’s going to be a are March 1 and April 2. All material must the gang did a super job – four generations of Raspotnik (41) displayed her beautiful pottery weekend jam-packed with tons of activities. be received by Wednesday, Feb. 21, for the March 1 issue, and by Wednesday, Grkmans, and still going strong! SEE WESTMORELAND 85 YEARS SEE YOUTH ROUNDUP 2018 Food and refreshments were available, and ON PAGE 2 ON PAGE 4 March 21, for the April 2 issue. If you are concerned about making the deadline, send an e-mail to [email protected] or submit your material via the publica- The 2018 Miss SNPJ Pageant opens for entries tions area of our website, www.snpj.org. by KEVIN RICHARDS member for at least three months at the time All contestants who participate in the SNPJ Fraternal Director of the pageant. pageant will receive a $50 participant award, IMPERIAL, Pa. — I extend an invitation to The young woman who is crowned Miss and each young lady who enters before May all eligible SNPJ young ladies to become a SNPJ 2019 will win a $2,000 scholarship 15 will receive an additional early bird bonus part of history and enter the 2018 Miss SNPJ award, and an official crown and banner. Miss of $50. Participation in the pageant fulfills the Pageant. The pageant will take place July 13- SNPJ also receives the opportunity to travel to activity requirement for the SNPJ Scholarship 15 at the SNPJ Recreation Center. These dates SNPJ functions across the country. The winner program. The entry form can be found on the coincide with Slovenefest. of the Miss Activity crown will be awarded a Miss SNPJ Pageant page of the SNPJ website, Contestants must be single females between $1,200 scholarship; Miss Talent will receive SEE 2018 MISS SNPJ PAGEANT 18 and 28 years of age by July 13, and an SNPJ an $800 scholarship. ON PAGE 8 follow SNPJ on Facebook! PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 2 February 1, 2018 PROSVETA ENLIGHTENMENT A number of elections on the (USPS 448-080) (ISSN 1080-0263) Orange Coast Lodge 786 agenda The Official Publication of the Slovene National by JEAN KOCI Thank you to Don, Norbert and Ken Lodge 786 Secretary/Treasurer for doing the Lodge audit, and to the folks Benefit Society ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. — The who brought tasty appetizers, salads and 247 W. Allegheny Road members of Lodge 786 celebrated the new desserts. The main dish was linguine with Imperial, PA 15126-9774 year with our first Lodge meeting of 2018 meat sauce that was enjoyed by all. Phone: (724) 695-1100 on Jan. 7. About 20 members and guests The next Lodge 786 meeting will consist Toll-Free: joined in on the nice gathering held at our of our election of delegates for the Teens (Clockwise, from left) Mary Mercina, Kathy Loudon, home that afternoon. Experience Leadership (TEL) Workshop 1-800-843-7675 (THE SNPJ) Sam Ronshak, Fern Ronshak, Lucille Possage, The January meeting was originally and the Young Adult Conference (YAC), as Fax: (724) 695-1555 Howard Loudon and Veronica Wolski feasted on steaks and salmon at the Lodge 358 summer picnic. scheduled to take place at Tony and Lina’s well as the main election of delegates and e-mail: [email protected] home in San Juan Capistrano, but unfor- alternates to the SNPJ National Convention website: www.snpj.org tunately a cracked pipe caused flooding in in August. Please let me know if your teen Editor: their kitchen and they decided to remodel would like to attend TEL in July; many of Jay Sedmak 2017 a whirlwind year while the damage was repaired. Tony and our youth members were disappointed that Associate Editor: Lina have opted to host the September TEL was canceled in 2017. We also need Kimberly Winters meeting, giving them plenty of time to get to know which young adult members are Subscription rate is $8 per year for non-SNPJ for Lodge 358 members settled. Carol Jancich volunteered to host interested in attending the YAC in June. members in the United States (Fla. subscrib- the March meeting at her Laguna Niguel Details about these programs can be found ers, please add 6 percent sales tax). Canadian by KATHY LOUDON Sam and Fern for hosting this home on Saturday, March 3. on the SNPJ website, www.snpj.org. and foreign subscriptions, $50 per year. Lodge 358 Secretary/Treasurer Advertising information available by writing delightful event. At the January meeting, it was nice We’re starting to make plans for our our office. Material concerning the official WEST POINT, Ohio — In September, Lodge 358 to welcome a new family in attendance annual Wine & Beer Tasting Picnic in workings of the Slovene National Benefit So- Lodge 358 sends greetings to made a monetary contribu- who recently moved into their new home Temecula, Calif. As of this writing, we ciety is given publication priority. Unsolicited all our Brothers and Sisters. tion to the Banquet of Lisbon. in Irvine. They seemed to enjoy the day, anticipate that the date will be June 3. More manuscripts returned only if a self-addressed, stamped envelope is enclosed. We had a whirlwind of a The Banquet provides a free and everyone loved meeting them and news to follow on this event. year in 2017. We met on April meal to all members of the their two adorable children. We hope We wish everyone a happy 2018, and Postmaster: Send all address changes to: Fool’s Day for a spring lun- community through donations they will keep coming and take part in I hope to see many of you at upcoming PROSVETA, 247 W. Allegheny Rd., cheon and meeting at Italo’s and volunteers from churches, our activities. Lodge 786 meetings and events. Imperial, PA 15126-9774 Pizza in Lisbon, Ohio. In May, service groups, businesses and (Published monthly) we gathered at the same res- families. (Periodical postage paid at Imperial, Pa., and additional mailing office.) taurant for a “Welcome May” Our Christmas party was luncheon and meeting. held Dec. 9 at Pondi’s in Lisbon. In August, Sam and Fern Meeting with good friends to SNPJ National Board Ronshak hosted a wonderful share great food and fellowship Executive Committee: summer picnic at their home. is a wonderful way to celebrate National President The steaks and salmon were the holidays and end the year. Joseph C. Evanish delicious, and the bountiful We are looking forward to National Secretary side dishes hit the spot. We also more events, meetings and Karen A. Pintar celebrated 50-year member good times this year. We’d Veronica Wolski with anniver- like to wish all a happy and National Treasurer Robert J. Lawrence sary cupcakes. Many thanks to healthy 2018! Correspondence received at: 247 West Allegheny Road Imperial, PA 15126-9774 Office hours are Monday -Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fridays 7:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Finance Committee: Chrm.: Roger C. Clifford – 568 Lang Road, Sewickley, PA 15143 Robert Lawrence, Secretary Lodge 786 members and guests enjoyed a delicious afternoon dinner during their Lodge 358 also January meeting. Joseph C. Evanish recognized 50-year Kenneth Anderson – 2400 Derby Road, member Veronica Birmingham, MI 48009 Wolski during their Richard Hervol – 183 Wylie Ave., summer picnic. December festivities mark the Strabane, PA 15363 Westmoreland Fed 85th anniversary Audit Committee: WESTMORELAND 85 YEARS The money from the drawing for the basket Chrm.: Phyllis Wood – 9519 Evergreen FROM PAGE 1 went toward our scholarship fund. Lane, Fontana, CA 92335 for all to see (it really is some awesome SNPJ National President Joseph Evanish e-mail: [email protected] work) and said a few words during our presented the Federation with a beautiful Vincent Baselj – 1001 Grandview Ave., And the winner is... Apt. 903, Bridgeville, PA 15017 program. Katie Jo is the granddaughter of letter of congratulations. Bro. Evanish also Louis J. Novak – 6308 Highland Rd., The $100 winner of the fourth quarter drawing John and JoAnn Raspotnik (41). We are all made a few comments about the workings Highland Heights, OH 44143 in the 2017 SNPJ Recommender Program is: proud of Katie Jo, who is also a scholarship of the Federation. Photos were taken, and Stan Repos – 1255 McCaslin Rd., recipient during her first year of college. everyone had fun! Imperial, PA 15126 Lezlee Ann Frankenberry We received a beautiful basket from the Keep your eyes on the “Up-and-Com- Lodge 721, Aliquippa, Pa. American Slovene Association consist- ing” section of PROSVETA for our next ing of Slovenian music CDs, wine, fruit, function on June 24. Enjoy the rest of winter Regional Vice Presidents: Congratulations, and thank you for participating! chocolate and other miscellaneous items. because spring is just around the corner! Frank Bregar, Region 1 – 25 Willow Crossing Rd., Greensburg, PA 15601 James L. Curl, Region 2 – 503 Orchard St., Carnegie, PA 15106 Linda Gorjup, Region 3 – 712 Fiddlers Slavija Lodge 1 officers ready to serve in the new year Way, Painesville, OH 44077 Tracey Anderson, Region 4 – 1014 by MICHELLE HRIBAR-HERNANDEZ Frank Mikec. Edgewood Dr., Royal Oak, MI 48067 Lodge 1 President During the season of giving, Lodge Justina Rigler, Region 5 – 1116 Berkley CHICAGO — On Dec. 3, 2017, 1 gave financial donations to several Lane, Lemont, IL 60439 Slavija Lodge 1 held its annual elec- notable organizations, including the Fred Mlakar, Region 6 – 13592 On- toral meeting and holiday celebration American Cancer Society, American kayha Cir., Irvine, CA 92620 at Czech Plaza, 7016 Cermak Road in Heart Association and American Berwyn, Ill. The Lodge is happy to re- Lung Association. SNPJ Recreation Center port the following members who were Our 2018 meetings will be begin Slavija Lodge 1 270 Martin Road elected to serve in 2018: President Mi- at 11 a.m. on the first Wednesday in members Enon Valley, PA 16120 chelle Hribar-Hernandez, Secretary/ March, June and September, and the celebrated the (724) 336-5180 • fax (724) 336-6716 Treasurer Janina Hribar, Recording first Sunday in December at Czech holidays in Toll-free: 1-877-767-5732 December at website: www.snpjrec.com Secretary/Sergeant-at-Arms Mari- Plaza. We invite all Lodge members Czech Plaza e-mail: [email protected] anne Murray, and auditors Charles to our meetings and look forward to Restaurant in O’Connell, Marlene O’Connell and seeing you in 2018! Berwyn, Ill.
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• FEB. 16-18.....SNPJ Winter Classic Bowling • MAY 5-6...... SNPJ National Bowling Tourna- • JULY 13-15..... The 37th Slovenefest and the Tournament co-hosted by Strabane, ment at the SNPJ Recreation Center, 62nd Miss SNPJ Pageant at the SNPJ Site Pa., Lodge 138 and Sygan, Pa., Lodge Borough of SNPJ, Pa. For additional Recreation Center. For additional infor- 6. Friday entertainment at Lodge 138 information contact Fraternal Director mation phone the Recreation Center at featuring Veseli Fantje from 8 p.m. to Kevin Richards at 1-800-843-7675 ext. 1-877-767-5732. midnight; Saturday entertainment at 144 or e-mail [email protected]. If a concert or dance, who is Lodge 6 by Outlaw Karaoke from 8 p.m. • JULY 27-29..... TEL Workshop at the SNPJ Rec- performing? to midnight. Food will be available at both • MAY 6 �...... SNPJ Lodge 643 hosts the Kuzman’s reation Center, Borough of SNPJ, Pa. For Lodges all weekend. Reunion Dance at Rolling Mills Lounge details contact Fraternal Director Kevin (formerly Kuzman’s), 1025 S. State St. Richards at 1-800-843-7675 ext. 144, in Girard, Ohio; 3-7 p.m. Music by the or [email protected]. The deadline Date • MARCH 10-11.....Sygan, Pa., Lodge 6 and SASC Frank Stanger Band. For details contact to submit delegate forms is April 30. sponsored in-house bowling tournament Ray Kovac at (330) 824-2154. Time at Sygan Bowling Center. Enjoy bowl- • JULY 27-29..... Youth Roundup at the SNPJ Rec- ing, food, prizes and fun by signing up Who to contact • MAY 27...... Brew & Bean Festival at the SNPJ reation Center, Borough of SNPJ, Pa. For in the Lodge 6 clubroom or by calling Recreation Center, Borough of SNPJ, Pa. additional information contact Fraternal (412) 221-9862. For information contact the Recreation Director Kevin Richards at 1-800-843- Center toll-free at 1-877-767-5732. 7675 ext. 144, or [email protected]. Phone ( ) • APRIL 7...... Sygan, Pa., Lodge 6 Couple’s Nite The deadline to register is June 10. Out in the Sunshine Room at Lodge 6. • JUNE 15-17.... SNPJ Young Adult Conference at Complete and return to: Music by the Mansfield 5. Appetizers, the SNPJ Recreation Center, Borough • JULY 29-AUG. 4.....Family Week at the SNPJ PROSVETA dinner and beverages included in your of SNPJ, Pa. For registration and event Recreation Center, Borough of SNPJ, Pa. 247 W. Allegheny Road ticket along with a chance to win prizes. details contact Fraternal Director Kevin For details phone the SNPJ Recreation Imperial, PA 15126-9774 Richards at 1-800-843-7675 ext. 144 or Center toll-free at 1-877-767-5732. The e-mail: [email protected] For details or to purchase tickets, call the Lodge 6 clubroom at (412) 221-9862. [email protected]. deadline to register is June 24. www.snpj.org • [email protected] PROSVETA February 1, 2018 3
Slovenia cheers as UN Slovenia setting up a declares World Bee Day from the beekeeping academy source DENISE HERRON New York (STA) — On Dec. 20, Ljubljana (STA) — Just a week SNPJ Marketing Department 2017, the UN General Assembly unani- prior to the approval of May 20 as World mously endorsed Slovenia’s initiative to ening an international environment that Bee Day by the UN General Assembly, declare May 20 (the birth date of Slove- will contribute to security, universal the Slovenian government decided to nian beekeeper Anton Jansa) as World sustainable development, the rule of law establish a beekeeping academy. The A February tradition Bee Day. The initiative was launched and respect for human rights,” Slovenian school, which will charge tuition, is “an e still have several weeks of winter remaining, and in 2014 by the Slovenian Beekeeping Foreign Minister Karl Erjavec stated on answer to foreign demand for Slovenian many of us are anxiously awaiting the arrival of Association as a way of highlighting the the occasion. Erjavec added that “human beekeeping knowledge,” Agriculture spring. It’s understandable, since this winter a big role of honeybees in agriculture. rights have always been a constituent Minister Dejan Židan said. Wportion of the United States has been locked in a miserable The vote in New York declaring May element of Slovenia’s foreign policy.” The school will be part of the Ag- deep freeze. But we’re not the only country anticipating 20 as World Bee Day caps three and a half The start of Slovenia’s council ricultural Institute and will be located the warmth of spring. Every February, Slovenia observes years of efforts by Slovenia to celebrate presidency coincides with the launch in Lukovica, the seat of the Slovenian a tradition that goes to great extents in an attempt to drive an animal species that is increasingly of the UN campaign marking the 70th Beekeepers’ Association. Its establish- out winter. becoming a national symbol as well. anniversary of the Universal Declara- ment is part of the changes made to the tion of Human Rights. Slovenia plans Ptuj, Slovenia’s oldest town, will host the 57th Kurent The idea behind the initiative is to Agriculture Act, which the government raise awareness of the importance of to continue to aspire to principled and recently adopted. Festival this year. The town expects more than 50,000 bees and other pollinators, and help drive consistent action in defense of human “The objective is to meet the demand visitors to join in the 10-day event of merriment. The measures to ensure bees’ survival for the rights for all, to forming the broadest from abroad, and pass our knowledge purpose of the festival is to drive winter and evil from the benefit of humankind. possible international consensus on and competence on to others. We will land, and welcome spring and a prosperous year. This is According to the UN Food and Ag- further development of human rights start to market this through the Slovenian accomplished with groups of Kurenti parading through the riculture Organization (FAO), bees and norms and standards, to work toward beekeeping academy,” Židan told the streets while wearing traditional sheepskin garments with other pollinators are an invaluable factor their implementation. press at the conclusion of the govern- large cow bells tied around their waists and holding wooden in terms of providing food security since Based in Geneva, the UN Human ment session. clubs with hedgehog skins. The dancing and jumping of a third of all food produced in the world Rights Council is made up of 47 countries “The school will be partly funded by the Kurenti causes the huge bells to make a loud noise, depends on them. elected to the body for three-year terms. the state; the remainder of the funding which is believed to push out winter. Slovenia had proposed that the day The council was established by the UN will come from tuition fees,” Židan said. The Kurent is an ancient fairy-tale hero. Originally only be observed in May, when honey bees General Assembly on March 15, 2006. He added that the academy will have young bachelors had the honor of dressing in the outfit, in the Northern Hemisphere are the most a programming committee which will but now anyone can join in the practice of sporting the active and start to reproduce, while the include, among others, representatives traditional costume and chasing away winter. February is need for pollination is also the highest of the Chemistry Institute, the Ljubljana a long, cold month, and many cultures have similar tradi- in this period. faculties of biotechnology and veterinary tions to hurry along the beginning of spring around this Slovenia had lobbied hard for the ini- Kurent costume added to medicine, and the Maribor Faculty of time, but I doubt that wearing sheepskin or ringing bells tiative, and 115 countries now co-sponsor UNESCO heritage list Agriculture and Life Sciences. will actually cause the warm winds of spring to arrive any the resolution to mark World Bee Day The Slovenian Agriculture Ministry sooner. However, I can recommend starting a new tradi- on May 20, while also celebrating the Seoul, South Korea (STA) — The is preparing a ministerial-level meeting tion that I know will definitely benefit you and your family. birth of Slovenian beekeeping pioneer door-to-door rounds of the Kurenti, a focusing on the importance of bees, while Now that the holidays are over and the snow has you Anton Janša (1734-1773). traditional Slovenian costumed carnival the Beekeepers’ Association is planning trapped inside, February is the perfect time to review your In 1770, Janša became the first royal- figure, have been added to the UNESCO to hold an international beekeeping life insurance needs. Your life insurance needs change ly-appointed teacher of apiculture for all list of intangible cultural heritage of conference. as your life changes, and any one of the following events Austrian lands, when Habsburg Empress humanity. The decision was announced might prompt the need for more coverage: buying a house, Maria Theresa appointed him the head in early December in Seoul during a getting married, having a child, losing a job, getting a of the first beekeeping school in Vienna. session of the UNESCO Intergovern- divorce or going to college. It’s likely that the small policy Drawing from a 100-year tradition of mental Committee for the Safeguarding your parents or grandparents purchased for you years ago beekeeping, he laid the foundations of of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Slovenia to host Golf is no longer enough. In fact, it’s probably been a long time modern beekeeping. The committee indicated that the Travel Market in 2018 since you thought about how much life insurance you have The resolution calls on UN member- “Kurent rituals combine various cul- or how much you need. states to “observe World Bee Day tural expressions of social practices, Ljubljana (STA) — Slovenia has SNPJ has a variety of life insurance policies that can through education and activities aimed performing arts, knowledge of nature been selected to host the 2018 Interna- be used to provide temporary coverage or a lifetime of at raising awareness of the importance and traditional crafts. tional Golf Travel Market (IGTM), the protection. You can check out our website, www.snpj.org, of bees and other pollinators, the threats “Related knowledge and skills are pre-eminent annual event for the golf for more information on our products, or you can call our that they face, and their contribution to most commonly transmitted within the travel industry attended by around 1,200 Marketing Department at 1-800-843-7675 ext. 124. We’d sustainable development.” family, but youngsters also learn from participants every year. This forum ranks be glad to provide you with a personal quote and help you Slovenian Minister of Agriculture, elderly members of the groups they are Slovenia among the top golf destinations determine which plan is right for you. Forestry and Food Dejan Židan attended part of, and schools and museums play in Europe, a spokesman from the Slove- It’s doubtful that the Kurent will actually chase away the UN General Assembly session on an important role by organizing activities, nian Tourism Board (STO) announced. winter, but it’s very likely that your family will be able to the occasion and hosted a reception for workshops and contests. The practice “We’re extremely proud to be able to avoid financial hardship if you purchase diplomats and the media. “I understand helps strengthen interpersonal bonds show our destination to the world golf the right life insurance plan today. the declaration of World Bee Day pri- and is key to the regional identity of the travel industry as many have not visited • Thought for the Month — No matter marily as an obligation – we want to do communities concerned,” UNESCO yet. We want Slovenia to be included in how long the winter, spring is sure to more for the protection of bees and other representatives wrote. the offer of global golf tour operators as follow. pollinators, be more active in providing The door-to-door rounds of the a golf destination,” said Žiga Osterc, the Proverb and ensuring biodiversity, and be more Kurenti are a Shrovetide custom prac- director of the Golf Tourism Association successful in fighting global hunger,” tised from Candlemas (Feb. 2) through (GIZ Golf). “Slovenia has proven once Židan said. Ash Wednesday. It is believed that the again that it can compete with top golf Minister Židan also thanked everyone noisy bell-ringing and brandishing of destinations such as Spain, Portugal and who had contributed to the initiative, their wooden sticks chases everything Turkey,” he added. including the government, and other evil away and brings happiness to those “While golf courses throughout the institutions and individuals both in Slo- they visit. world are beautiful, ours – ranging from venia and abroad. “Slovenia can be proud The Kurent costume consists of sheep Alpine valleys, Pannonian plains and of its people, of its land and of its bees.” skins girded with chains that hold huge vineyards, to the exceptional natural The Slovenian Beekeepers’ Associa- cow bells, leg warmers, a headpiece beauty of Lipica – are something special,” tion celebrated the news by toasting with adorned with horns or feathers, a pointed stressed Economy Ministry State Secre- a honey-flavored sparkling wine at its nose and a bright red tongue. It is the most tary Eva Stravs Podlogar as Ljubljana headquarters in Lukovica, according to distinctive among some 150 traditional was announced as the forum host. association representative Marko Alauf. costumes preserved in Slovenia. The event, which will be organized The association is already focusing The Kurent costume was nominated by the STO and GIZ Golf in association on preparations for the main ceremony by Slovenia for the UNESCO intangible with Turizem Ljubljana (the Ljubljana marking the first World Bee Day, which cultural heritage list in 2016 and is now tourism authority), will be held in Lju- will take place in Breznica, the birthplace Slovenia’s second entry on the list. Since bljana Oct. 15-18. of Anton Janša. The ceremony will in- December 2016, the list has included the The International Golf Travel Mar- clude a meeting of Slovenian beekeepers, Skofja Loka Passion, Slovenia’s oldest ket is sponsored by the International an international conference on bees, short play – or, more precisely, the mass stag- Association of Golf Tour Operators, trips and a beekeeping fair. Prior to the ing of this early 18th-century play in the which selects a different host destina- ceremony, a conference of EU agriculture Medieval town of Skofja Loka. tion each year. ministers will be held at Brdo pri Kranju. Alauf added that the Slovenian delegation in New York, headed by Minister Židan and Beekeepers’ As- sociation president Boštjan Noč, were Slovenians’ retirement 2018 Winter Olympics treated with a special reception when age on the rise again uniforms presented they returned home. Ljubljana (STA) — The retirement Ljubljana (STA) — In mid-Decem- age in Slovenia will increase by four ber, the Slovenian Olympic Committee months this year according to the terms (OKS) unveiled the uniforms for the of the Pension Legislation, with men 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, Slovenia at the helm of eligible for retirement once they turn South Korea. Green, white and blue have UN Human Rights Council 60 and women at the age of 59 years, been retained as the predominant colors. eight months. “I’m convinced that the uniforms Geneva, Switzerland (STA) — On To receive full old-age pensions, both will not only be beautiful, they will also Jan. 1, Vojislav Šuc, Slovenia’s perma- women and men will have to work 40 produce wins,” OKS president Bogdan nent representative to the UN Human years; men have already had to work 40 Gabrovec said during the presentation. Rights Council, started his one-year years to retire in 2017, but for women, The complete set of uniforms consists A CENTURY in the making term as president of the Human Rights 39 years, 8 months was sufficient. of official winter jackets for the open- Proud of your SNPJ membership? Then you owe it to yourself to delve deeper Council, marking the first time Slovenia Both age and years of service are ing and closing ceremonies, along with into SNPJ history through the pages of An Inspired Journey — The SNPJ Story: The has assumed this role. absolute criteria for full pensions, warm-up and free-time gear. First One Hundred Years of the Slovene National Benefit Society. This richly-illustrated Slovenia’s presidency will focus on but there are several ways in which The Slovenians were easily recog- chronicle of SNPJ history compiled and written by SNPJ Publications Editor increasing the efficiency of the council’s Slovenian workers can retire earlier nized four years ago by their uniforms Jay Sedmak is still available for purchase. work; enhancing its reputation, visibility or with fewer years of service, albeit at the Sochi Olympics, and the design- $15.00 each — plus $2.50 s/h and its cooperation with other entities with lower pensions. Women can retire ers are convinced that the collection for add $1 shipping for each additional copy ordered within the UN system; and improving at age 64 provided they have 20 years South Korea will be a success too. “An the constructive atmosphere, dialogue of service, or at 65 with 15 years of Olympic uniform makes an athlete more RETURN THIS ORDER FORM TO and trust in its work. service. Men can retire at 65 with 15 self-confident. It is true that you have to Slovene National Benefit Society 247 West Allegheny Road • Imperial, PA 15126-9774 Slovenia served its first stint as a mem- years of service. forget about everything but the competi- ber of the UN Human Rights Council Conversely, those who started work- tion on the field, but it is nevertheless Name______between 2007 and 2010; as council vice ing early can retire once they have 40 important how you look,” said Slovenian Address______president in the final year. Slovenia’s years of service, but their pensions are Olympic team manager Franci Petek. City/State/Zip______second three-year term as a council reduced by 0.3 percent for every year The articles comprising this feature have been Number of copies______member will expire at the end of 2018. they retire before they have reached 64 reprinted with permission from the Slovenian Payment in full must accompany all orders. Make checks payable to SNPJ. “The country’s main goal is strength- (for women) or 65 (for men). Press Agency (STA). Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery. PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 4 February 1, 2018 Johnstown Lodge 749 welcomes two new members to open the new year by EVELYN DIMPFL They are not open on the weekends, Trevorrow, all of whom passed away enjoyed Senior Week at the Recreation infant son, Wayne Patrick, and her Lodge 749 Secretary so various church groups and other within the last few months. While I did Center for many years. husband, Rodney. Rodney passed JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — As I write organizations got together to host not know these members personally, Shelly is deeply missed by her away in 2010, and Vickie missed him this article, Christmas is just days dinner on Saturdays as well, thus I am sure their families feel a deep husband; her children, Mary Cook, until the day she died. away. But by the time you read this, the name “Saturday’s Kitchen.” We and personal loss. Tim, Ronna Jean Long and Kathleen Vickie leaves behind her wonder- the Christmas and New Year holidays also made a donation to the Salvation Two of my good friends also passed Dudash; seven grandchildren; and ful family, including her son, Jeffrey; will be part of your memories. All Army in November 2017. this year. Sara “Shelly” Heinlein two sisters, Ellen Patricia Doverspike her daughter, Stephanie Young; the same, I hope you had a wonderful The members of Lodge 749 wel- passed away Sept. 5, 2017. I heard of and Doris Romaine Van Dervort. four grandchildren; and two sisters. holiday, and I wish you a healthy and come two new members who joined her death via Facebook while I was She was preceded in death by a son, Deepest sympathies are extended happy New Year. the Society in the last few months, on a river cruise in France. Shelly Vincent. Shelly was always full of to all of you. We will remember the It’s really been a long time since Ashlee Croyle and Vickie Allen. was very involved in her Johnstown fun, and she leaves many wonderful good times! my last prosveta article. I have no Welcome to you both. High School class reunions, and she memories. Lodge 749 held its December idea where to start, but here goes... On the other side, we said good- and her family enjoyed many years at My good friend Victoria Stevens meeting and election of officers for In August 2017, Lodge 749 made bye to several members. Belated but the SNPJ Recreation Center for Fam- passed away Nov. 17, 2017. Vickie and 2018. There probably aren’t any sur- a nice donation to a local charity, sincere sympathies are extended to ily Week back in the 1970s and ’80s her family were also among the seven prises there. Saturday’s Kitchen. This is a place the families of Louis Vettori, Anto- when about seven Johnstown families families who enjoyed Family Week at I look forward to 2018, and hope where those in need can go for a hot, nia Harris, Ann Grabusnik, Judith attended. What fun we had! As we got the Recreation Center all those years that all will enjoy good health and nourishing meal five days a week. Czyrnik, Joan McDowell and Daniel older, Shelly and her husband, Ron, ago. She was preceded in death by an prosperity in the new year. Youth Roundup 2018 will continue the SNPJ camp tradition in a weekend format YOUTH ROUNDUP 2018 Immediately my inner camper came parents about the qualifications of of Pennsylvania for anyone working If you have any questions re- FROM PAGE 1 out, and I started formulating a fun our counselor staff. As of May, I will with children. We are blessed to have garding this year’s Youth Roundup Several months ago, SNPJ Fra- schedule for the weekend. I have a be a Pennsylvania-certified science many returning counselors, some of camp, be sure to contact Fraternal ternal Director Kevin Richards great theme in mind, which I will and social studies teacher. All of our whom are also certified teachers. We Director Kevin Richards by e-mail contacted me about handling some reveal in a future article. counselors are required to complete are all looking forward to a fantastic at [email protected] or by phone of the planning for Youth Roundup. Additionally, I want to assure all clearances required by the State weekend at camp. at 1-800-843-7675.
Mary Donovan with song. They not only organization. Without our volunteers, we received Christmas presents from Santa, could not keep this alive, so thank you as Election of SNPJ 31st Badger Jabber but birthday gifts as well. How lucky can well to Debbie Bachun, Denise Bartlett, one get? Bro. Steve Petrovick won the Mici Bregant, Lynda Broucek, John Cerar, by BOB SMOLE monthly attendance award. The meeting Rose Chepak, Karen Engelking, Helen Quadrennial Convention Lodge 584 was adjourned to the Lodge gift exchange. and Craig Frohna, Lisi and Jim Gordon, delegates and alternates MILWAUKEE — Happy New Year! I Lodge 584 donated several gift cards, Carly and Lori Grant, Lillian Hartman, started 2018 with a bang; I missed the and those who brought a gift received a Dolores Ivanchich, Kathy and Becky Kaye, first deadline for PROSVETA! Oh well, gift. The gift exchange was handled by Mike Maren, Barbara and Jeff Martinka, (SNPJ Lodges with less than 75 that’s one mistake for 2018; I’m sure there Sergeant-at-Arms Bob Smole. Nancy Reese, Jackie Smith, and Kelly and members eligible to unite for will be more. Socializing and snacking continued Chris Vesel. Badger Lodge 584 ended 2017 on a after the meeting. We all had a good time Due to inclement weather, the regular convention delegate elections) good note. Our annual meeting was held at this year’s party. It would have been nice monthly Badger Lodge 584 meeting that as scheduled in the Mary Queen of Heaven to see a few more members in attendance, was scheduled for Jan. 11 was canceled In order to assist the Lodges with less than 75 members to find a gym in West Allis, Wis., on Dec. 14. The but it is what it is. The food was fantastic, at the last minute. Lodge officers made suitable Lodge or Lodges with which they may unite for the 31st evening started with a potluck meal at 6 and we thank everyone who contributed every attempt to contact most of the regular Quadrennial Convention, listed below are the Lodge numbers and p.m. A wide array of delicious and festive a dish to share. attendees. Unfortunately, that was not ac- the adult membership of each Lodge with less than 75 members. dishes were donated as requested by those Our SNPJ Family Twosome bowling complished. January and February always Lodges which find it difficult to unite may apply to the Executive in attendance. Pulled pork sandwiches, once again produced some winners in the present a problem because of the changing Committee for assistance. It is requested that Lodges which unite slaw, vegetable platters, macaroni salad, 2017 tournament. Congratulations to all weather conditions. When threatening to elect a delegate report immediately thereafter to the National fresh fruit, cake and many cookies were who participated! It is unfortunate that weather is forecast, the officers make a President, stating the Lodges involved. This type of combination among the choices to satisfy your every more of our eligible members and their decision based on safety. The possibility is not permanent as it relates only to delegate representation for whim and desire. families don’t take part in this activity. of slippery and/or icy conditions is con- the convention and must be completed by March 1. After consuming all that fine food, One day, because of lack of participation, sidered, especially for some of the older Adult it was difficult to focus on the annual these events will no longer be available. members. It’s much better to cancel than Lodge No. City/State Members business meeting that followed at 7. As I asked a young adult member why he to have a member suffer an injury trying Lodge 165...... Wickhaven, Pa...... 73 with every meeting, a moment of silence participated in these events. His reply was, to make it to a meeting. Apologies are was observed for our deceased members. “My parents made me go!” As you can extended to those who were affected by Lodge 190...... St. Michael, Pa...... 73 Unfortunately, our Lodge mourned the see, mom and dad, you have an influence this wise decision. Lodge 198...... Willard, Wis...... 19 passing of three: Bro. Anton Perpech, over what your child gets involved in. The next regular Badger Lodge 584 Lodge 321...... Warren, Ohio...... 67 Sis. Jean Krainz and Sis. Angela Seveska. This would be a good year to start push- meeting is scheduled Feb. 8 in the Mary Lodge 476...... Salem, Ohio...... 22 The minutes of the previous meeting ing your children into taking part in local Queen of Heaven gym beginning at 7 p.m. Lodge 617...... Lincoln Hill, Pa...... 21 were read by Recording Secretary Mary and national SNPJ activities. Hopefully the weather will cooperate this Lodge 719...... Clairton, Pa...... 60 Donovan and approved as read. Bro. Jeff I received a message from Helen Frohna month. We will be electing delegates to Lodge 738...... Enumclaw, Wash...... 53 Mlaker gave the secretary/treasurer’s announcing that the Slovenian booth at this the Young Adult Conference taking place report, which was also accepted as read, year’s Holiday Folk Fair received an award June 15-17 at the SNPJ Recreation Center Lodge 745...... Grass Valley, Calif...... 71 before moving on to our election of offi- for best artistic presentation. A huge thank in the Borough of SNPJ, Pa. Delegates for Lodge 757...... Price, Utah...... 33 cers for 2018. Accepting nomination were you goes out to Nancy Reese, the general the TEL Workshop will also be selected in Lodge A18...... Baden, Pa...... 23 Tim Donovan for president, Don Lesar for chairperson and creator of our booth. The the near future. The TEL Workshop will vice president, Mary Donovan for record- fair’s theme this year was “Celebrate the also take place at the SNPJ Recreation ing secretary, Jeff Mlaker for secretary/ Culture of Welcome.” Our booth depicted Center July 27-29. If you are interested in treasurer, and Bob Smole for sergeant- a typical Slovenian home, welcoming visi- attending either activity, please contact Sis. Uncle Sam wants your at-ams. Unanimous ballets were cast for tors to join in as we shared hospitality with Mary Donovan at (414) 405-0532 prior to money... and it’s up to you whether each officer. Rudy Papa, Bob Smole and food, drink and accordion music. the Feb. 8 meeting. you pay now or pay later. Steve Petrovick were elected as auditors. Thank you to everyone who took Please keep in mind that the 31st SNPJ It was unanimously voted to keep the the time to help man the booth. We had Quadrennial Convention will take place SNPJ offers Roth IRAs meeting site as Mary Queen of Heaven some newcomers this year who enjoyed this year at the SNPJ Recreation Center in addition to our regular IRAs gym, 2360 S. 106 St., West Allis. The meet- themselves so much that they’ve already beginning Aug. 13. There are some quali- and annuities to help build a ing date will be the second Thursday of promised to be back next year. I encour- fications that you must meet to attend as a safe financial future for you and each month, and the time, 7 p.m., remains age more of you to step up next year and delegate, so come out to the meeting and your family. We’ve helped build the same. The Lodge officer salaries for help us continue to present our Slovenian find out if you are eligible. You can also secure futures for our members 2018 will also remain the same. There culture. refer to the Jan. 1 PROSVETA issue as for more than a century. Phone were no changes to the our bylaws, with Thank you as well to the organizations most of the qualifications are listed there. 1-800-843-7675 and we’ll be the exception of changing the year to 2018. that support this event through financial Convention delegates will be elected at happy to help you too. Prior to adjournment, the Lodge recog- aid: the Slovenian Arts Program, the the regular Lodge 584 meeting in either nized the birthdays of Bro. Tim and Sis. Triglav Cultural Society and the USPEH March or April.
PROSVETA Crossword Super Bowl (#0218) by StatePoint Media ACROSS 54. Getting warm 26. Heavenly glow 1. Got ready for a close up 55. *Only undefeated NFL team 27. a.k.a. The Islamic State 6. Cookbook abbr. 60. Marchers in a kids’ song 28. *The team with most 10. *Super Bowl number ____ 61. Albany-Buffalo canal Super Bowl wins 13. Flow-controlling device 62. Royal topper 29. *Justin’s “Wardrobe 14. Like pulling teeth 65. *“The ____ Bowl” in 1967 Malfunction” partner 15. *Tight one? 66. Actress Campbell 30. Drug abuser 16. Do like ivy 67. Happen 33. Sounds of amazement 17. Half human, half cobra 68. Communist color 35. Little cave in Hinduism 69. Three-____ sloth 36. Et alibi 18. Ring like a bell 70. Button on electrical outlet 37. Birth ____ or mortality ____ 19. Flying north in fall, e.g. 39. Pestilence pest 21. High school breakout DOWN 44. Moonfish 22. Distress signal 1. Pipe material 47. Impassioned 23. Choice word 2. Crew propeller 49. Author’s co-worker 25. One who increases bid 3. Multitude 50. Broadcast in progress 29. One of “12 Angry Men” 4. Never without “n” 51. From this time 31. Kick out 5. Remove from a throne 52. Old hat 32. Extinct flightless birds 6. Grabbing tool 53. r in d = rt 34. Tony on a cereal box 7. Fine, in Scotland 56. Sandwich cookie 38. Of short duration 8. It’s a long story 57. *Like Super Bowl broadcast © StatePoint Media 40. *Extra point 9. *One of 11 on field 58. Cote d’Azur locale 41. Blood vessel 10. River-dwelling phlebotomist 59. Pouches 42. Drawing support 11. Absurd 63. Poe’s Morgue 43. Life saver 12. Lazybones 64. *Former Ravens owner 45. ______, precisely 18. *Team with most or HOFer Donovan 46. Minimal in magnitude Super Bowl appearances 48. Mortar and ____ 20. “Cheers” regular 50. “____, ____!” said Piglet 24. Itty-bitty bit The solution to puzzle #0218 will 53. Winter blues, acr. 25. Sonia Sotomayor’s garb run in the March 1 issue. www.snpj.org • [email protected] PROSVETA February 1, 2018 5 2017 SNPJ Family Twosome Lodge 106 plans youth Easter egg hunt in March Bowling Tournament Results by KEVIN RICHARDS at 6:30 p.m.; the first regular to 3 p.m. Keep track of all the ac- Lodge 106 game begins at 7. As always, Would you like to receive tivities going on at Lodge 106 BANTAMS DIVISION (age 8 & under) IMPERIAL, Pa. — Greetings our kitchen is open during bar periodic e-mails from Lodge by visiting the “Upcoming Mother-Son Class Lodge/Circle Score from Lodge 106 in Imperial, bingo evenings. 106 about upcoming events and Events” page on our website, Rachel Baselj & Jackson McNurlen 6/C-36 628* where we’re still playing bar The Lodge 106 youth Easter important announcements? If www.snpjimperialpa.com. Be Brandi & Jay Carter 6/C-36 931** bingo on the first and third egg hunt will be held in the so, send an e-mail to snpj106@ sure to check out SNPJ Lodge Mother-Daughter Class Thursdays of the month. Our Imperial Room at Lodge 106 gmail.com and we’ll add you 106 on Facebook and give us Carissa & Chloe Boyer 138/C-19 631* special early bird games start on Sunday, March 25, from 1 to our e-mail list. a “Like.” Rachel Baselj & Makenna Hess 6/C-36 945** Grandfather-Granddaughter Class Gerald Francis & Jocelyn Brown 686 775* John Baselj & Makenna Hess 6/C-36 1,152** Spartans Lodge ends 2017 with a flurry of activity Grandmother-Granddaughter Class by TONI THOMEY At our final meeting of 2017, we elected at our meetings, picnic and other events Mary Alyce Francis & Jocelyn Brown 686 731* Lodge 576 Recording Secretary the following officers for 2018: President throughout the year. Tamme & Ainsley Vehar 138/C-19 906** CLEVELAND — Happy New Year to Karen Novak, Vice President Patty Can- The next Spartans Lodge 576 meeting (Bantam bowlers rolled a two-game series. In the event that scores all Spartan Lodge 576 members! So far, dela, Secretary/Treasurer Lou Novak and will be held Monday, Feb. 12, at Waterloo for three games were submitted, the lowest combined score was deleted.) 2018 has shown us all the different ranges me, Toni Thomey, as recording secretary. starting at 6:30 p.m. We will discuss our of Cleveland weather. Our auditors are Louie Novak, Donna activities for 2018, including our picnic, PREPS Division (ages 9-11) The 2017 year ended with great news Sebusch and Linda Gorjup. Best of luck volunteer opportunities, and the SNPJ Father-Son Class Lodge/Circle Score and fun activities. Our own Patty Candela to all as we look forward to a great year! National Convention which will take place Jeff & Max Mlakar 584 692* and her musical group, Patty C & The The year started out with our annual at the SNPJ Recreation Center in August. Grandmother-Grandson Class Guys, were honored at the 2017 Polka Hall holiday party on Jan. 8 at Waterloo Hall. We’re also looking for delegates for the Maria Binotto & Payton Wagner 138/C-19 428* of Fame Awards. Our annual bus trip to We had a delicious catered dinner and great Young Adult Conference in June and the Presque Isle Downs and Grand River Cel- entertainment from TJ Likovic and Patty TEL Workshop at the end of July. Mother-Daughter Class lars was well attended, and we welcomed Candela. Thank you to all who attended! I’m looking forward to seeing you Christina & Bella Udovch Gottdank 786 356* the Likovic family as new Lodge members. We look forward to seeing more members all soon!
JUNIORS DIVISION (ages 12-14) Father-Son Class Lodge/Circle Score th Jeff & Joshua Mlaker 584 760* PHOF celebrates during 30 annual Awards Show Adam & Benci Udovch Gottdank 786 1,152** by JOE VALENCIC (5) Center for culture and heritage; and the president of the Polka Hall of Fame. Father-Daughter Class Cleveland Polka Hall of Fame Fred Ziwich Orchestra for Album of the The polka weekend was organized by Bob & Erin Lawrence 138/C-19 1,103* CLEVELAND — Six polka performers Year for the band’s “40th Anniversary Vice President Mark Habat. Each guest Jeff & Emily Mlakar 584 1,156** scored their first wins at the 30th annual Recording.” received a 64-page souvenir program Grandfather-Granddaughter Class polka music Awards Show, presented by Five entertainers were added to the book. Gerald Francis & Madalaine Brown 686 950* the National Cleveland-Style Polka Hall Polka Hall of Fame Trustees Honor Roll: The Thanksgiving Polka Weekend Grandmother-Granddaughter Class of Fame and Museum, including Klancnik bandleaders Mikey Dee of Pennsylvania, brought 22 polka bands and five bus- Mary Alyce Francis & Madalaine Brown 686 906* & Friends as Band of the Year. Twenty- Bob Doszak of Illinois, Harry Faint of loads of fans from the United States and two awards were presented at a gala stage Arizona and Linda Hochevar of Ohio, Canada to Cleveland for the three-day Grandfather-Grandson Class show on Nov. 25, 2017. and Ray Somich, president of Cleveland music festival. Nearly 700 room-nights Ken & James Anderson 677/C-29 621* Other first-timers for annual awards radio station WINT. were booked at the Marriott. Forty-eight Ken & Jack Anderson 677/C-29 1,142** were Wisconsin bandleader Mike The show theme, “Take a Polka Road musicians appeared on the main stage Schneider for Song of the Year (“Happy Trip,” featured performers from around in the traditional jam session on Friday MAJORS DIVISION (ages 15-18) Polka Day”); side musicians Eric Stehle the U.S. and Canada, including Barefoot evening. The Polka Mass was celebrated Mother-Son Class Lodge/Circle Score of Michigan, Joe Strukel of Ohio and Becky from Iowa, Minnesota’s Singing by Fr. Frank Perkovich of Minnesota. Jam Beth & Gabe Bucciarelli 564/C-29 597* Joe Wojtila of Ohio; and radio host Joe Slovenes and Canada’s Polka King Walter sessions extended into the night. Ana & Jacob Fajnor 786 1,137** Godina of Pennsylvania for support and Ostanek. For the 30th anniversary Awards For information and photos on the Father-Son Class promotion. Klancnik accordionist Brian Show, 17 lifetime achievers from the 2017 Thanksgiving Polka Party Weekend Bob & Robert Lawrence 138/C-19 1,396* O’Boyle earned his third Musician of the Polka Hall of Fame appeared, including and Awards Show, check www.polkaf- Steve & Erik Anderson 677/C-29 1,194** Year award. 2017 inductees Stan Blout of California, ame.com or the National Cleveland-Style The Awards Show was the high point Kathy Hlad of Ohio and Frank Stanger Polka Hall of Fame page on Facebook. Grandfather-Grandson Class of the 54th Thanksgiving Polka Party of Ohio. DVD recordings of the 2017 Awards Ken & Erik Anderson 677/C-29 733* Weekend, staged in the ballroom of the The eight-piece Awards Show stage Show can be ordered from the Polka Father-Daughter Class Marriott Hotel. Other winners were from orchestra was led by Tom Mroczka with Hall of Fame at (216) 261-FAME. The Jeffrey & Jessica Cadez 138/C-19 1,234* the Cleveland area: Ron Likovic for but- orchestrations by 23-year-old musician museum is located at 605 East 222nd St. *Indicates Actual Champion ton accordionist; Patty C & The Guys Aaron Dussing. The show was directed in Euclid, Ohio, and is open Tuesday, **Indicates Handicap Champion for button accordion ensemble; Dave by Ray Somich and Denny Bucar, and Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from Skrajner for vocalist; the SNPJ Recreation produced and written by Joe Valencic, 11 to 4 p.m. 2018 SNPJ Winter Classic Bowling Tournament February 16-18, 2018 co-sponsored by SNPJ Lodge 6 and SNPJ Lodge 138 and SNPJ Athletic Districts 1 and 2 Men WOMen Doubles & Singles Events Doubles & Singles Events at Strabane Lodge 138 at Sygan Lodge 6 269 Latimer Ave. 540 Third Ave. Strabane, PA 15363 Bridgeville, PA 15017 Club: (724) 745-9860 Phone: (412) 221-9862 Lanes: (724) 745-9775 Saturday, Feb. 17, 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 16, 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, 9 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 17, 1 p.m.
Men WOMen Team Event Team Event [From left] Patty Candela of Button Accordion Ensemble of the Year Patty C & The Guys; Bob Zgonc joined in the Friday at Sygan Lodge 6 at Strabane Lodge 138 accordion jam session; bandleader Frank Stanger was inducted into the National Cleveland-Style Polka Hall of Fame. 540 Third Ave. 269 Latimer Ave. Bridgeville, PA 15017 Strabane, PA 15363 Phone: (412) 221-9862 Club: (724) 745-9860 Sunday, Feb. 18, 9 a.m. Lanes: (724) 745-9775 Sunday, Feb. 18, 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, 10:30 a.m. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Sunday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18, 1 p.m. Don’t miss
Doubles & Singles Highest All-Events Extending sincere appreciation and New Year greetings out on all Lodge $5 per Entry fee $30 per person Average So many people have asked Friday/Saturday Only No. 2016-17 person YES/NO what happened to me in the past All submissions to Letters to the Editor must include a name, the fun of 1. year. Well, let me tell you, it address, Lodge and telephone number for verification, and has been a year I’ll never for- all are subject to editing. The views expressed in Letters to Senior Week get. I had four falls and three the Editor are those of the contributor and not necessarily 2. those of the Slovene National Benefit Society or PROSVETA. surgeries; I suffered the loss in 2018 1. of my dear husband Otto; and Letters to the Editor submissions should be addressed to SNPJ I have been in five institutions, PROSVETA, Att’n: Letters to the Editor, 247 West Allegheny 2018 SENIOR WEEK entering the first hospital on Rd., Imperial, PA 15126. Letters may also be faxed to (724) FROM PAGE 1 2. 695-1555 or e-mailed to [email protected]. Not all letters will Dec. 24, 2016. Presently I am For those who aren’t in Harvester Place, 150 South be printed or individually acknowledged. Submit bowlers’ names by position in lineup aware of all that goes on Frontage Rd., Burr Ridge, IL at Senior Week, think of Four Person Team Event Highest 60527. This will be my perma- happy New Year. The people, the director it as a summer camp for Lodge nent home. Entry fee $60 per team Average GRACE DOERK of activities, the cook and the seniors! Participants en- No. Never could I have guessed Sunday Only 2016-17 Lodge 559, Chicago helpers were just great. The joy arts and crafts, balina so many things would happen. meals were excellent. And the and beanbag toss tourna- 1. I am thankful for the many Looking forward to people from the SNPJ Trailer ments, bingo, picnics and cards I received on the pass- Court were great. We need hayrides to enjoy, or just 2. ing of my husband and for my Senior Week 2018 some life in the parties. hang out at the cabins health problems. Thank you so We were just up at the SNPJ Just letting you know that and enjoy the friendship 3. very much. Recreation Center for Senior we enjoyed our trip. Hopefully To each and every one of Week. I had not been there for of fellow SNPJ members. we will return in 2018. There’s always time at the 4. you, my sincere thanks. May over 20 years and I just want to SHIRLEY KREMER pool as well. You’ll enjoy you all be bestowed with a tell you, what a beautiful place! Lodge 721, Aliquippa, Pa. Team name______three meals each day, and Team captain’s name, phone number & e-mail address: there are a few Gostilna happy hours thrown in, New Address? Attach old many times featuring live mailing entertainment. Please use this form so PROSVETA will move with you. Type or label here We’re looking forward print name and new address in the space provided below. Mail to a full, fun week of camp The entry fee for each event is $15 per bowler, $9.00 of which shall be used for prizes to: PROSVETA, circulation, 247 West Allegheny Road, Imperial, during Senior Week this and $6.00 for bowling. An extra $5 is charged to all who desire to compete for handicap all-events prizes. The Slovene National Benefit Society adds $6 PA 15126-9774; or e-mail [email protected]. year. Of course, if you per member to each prize fund except all-events. have any questions, please Return form, along with fees of $15 per person, per event, to: Name______contact Sue at the Recre- John Wagner • 1435 Paxton Farm Rd. • Washington, PA 15301 ation Center by phoning New Address______Phone: (724) 746-5074 1-877-767-5732 or sending Make checks payable to SNPJ Lodge 138 City/State/Zip______an e-mail to snpj@snpjrec. ENTRY DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 2, 2018 com. PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 6 February 1, 2018 SNPJ fraternal sympathies Bro. Jerome M. Vinisky Jackie (Chuck) Whitehill of going to shows and taking bus McDonald’s. liked to polka dance. The Italian Christmas cook- Moore, S.C.; and a brother, trips. She donated her time to John hosted the Croatian He was preceded in death ies and ravioli Emma made • Lodge 138 • Gary (Maryland) Vinisky of many churches, and she will Radio Hour on WNIO for by his wife, Helen “Pat” Cal- were delicious. She guarded STRABANE, Pa. — The New York. be dearly missed. more than 30 years, as well as lahan Baker, whom he married the recipes closely and worked members of Lodge 138 sadly He was preceded in death by She was the beloved wife the Christian Talk Spirit Alive on Sept. 27, 1958; two sisters, on each recipe until it was report the Nov. 19, 2017, pass- a son, Michael Vinisky. of the late Joseph Ruffolo and Program on WKTX. He was Julie and Eleanor, and one perfect. She shared her tal- ing of Bro. Jerome Michael On behalf of the members George “Sonny” Bury. also a Cub Scoutmaster and brother, Earl Baker. ent with Judy, Catherine and “Jerry” Vinisky, 79, of Wash- of Lodge 138 and the Slovene Surviving are her two chil- Boy Scoutmaster for Troop Surviving are three sons, several of the great-nieces so ington, Pa., in Donnell House, National Benefit Society, we dren, Christopher M. (Heidi) 69 while his children were Jeffrey (Nancy Roussos) Baker that they could carry on the Washington. offer our condolences to Bro. Bury and Shelley (Tony) growing up. of Boardman, Ohio, Frank E. family tradition. Emma also Bro. Vinisky was born Dec. Vinisky’s family, relatives and Knight; three stepchildren, Bro. Luketic was preceded (Cathy) Baker of Zelienople, taught the grandsons and great- 10, 1937, in Washington, a son friends on their loss. Nick Ruffolo, Donna (Jody) in death by his parents and a Pa., and David B. (Susan) grandkids to make the ravioli. of the late Michael and Stella Ruffolo Scott and Danita brother, Anthony Luketic. Baker of Marriottsville, Md.; Many memories were made Dombreck Vinisky. He was a McKnight; five grandchildren; He is survived by his wife, a daughter, Lynne (Rich- and a lot of laughter shared in 1956 graduate of Trinity High Sis. Eleanor J. Bury a brother, James (Dale) Man- Ann E. Luketic of Newton ard) Barr of Finksburg, Md.; the kitchen. School and worked for Jessop gin; and two sisters, Carole Falls; a daughter, Ruth Luketic 10 grandchildren; a great- Sis. Beacco loved her fam- • Lodge 617 • Steel for 44 years. He was a Dietz and Rita (Robert) Marra. of Columbus; five sons, Erich grandchild; two brothers, ily. The Huntington camp- devoted son who took care of LINCOLN HILL, Pa. — The Also surviving are many step- (Dianna) Luketic of Leavitts- Carl Baker of Flagstaff, Ariz., ing trips and Memorial Day his parents. members of Lodge 617 sadly grandchildren and stepgreat- burg, Ohio, Karl (Patricia) and Tom Baker of Canfield, celebrations were some of A 47-year SNPJ member, announce the Dec. 7, 2017, grandchildren. Luketic of Maumee, Ohio, Ohio; three sisters, Blanche her favorite memories. She he was also a member of the passing of Sis. Eleanor J. Bury- In addition to her parents Kurt (Patricia) Luketic of Martin and Mary Storch, both enjoyed traveling to Country Jessop Club. He enjoyed golf- Ruffolo, 75, of Washington. and husbands, she was prede- Columbus, Mark Luketic of of New Castle, and Kathleen Jam with Tony, her grandsons ing, loved animals, and will Sis. Bury was born March ceased by a brother, John; and Costa Mesa, Calif., and Peter Thompson of Flagstaff; and and Judy, and enjoyed spend- be missed by his cats, Tootsie 7, 1942, a daughter of the late a brother-in-law, John Dietz. Luketic of Novi Sad, Serbia; his companion, Marie Uphold ing Thanksgiving in California Roll and Daisy. Mary and John Mangin. She A funeral service for Sis. one brother, Walter (Norma) of Tampa, Fla. with her grandsons and their He is survived by his lov- was a 52-year SNPJ member, a Bury was held Dec. 11, 2017, Luketic of Newton Falls; nine A blessing service for Bro. families. Nothing made her ing wife of 38 years, Margaret member of Catholic Daughters in Cremation and Funeral Care, grandchildren; and 10 great- Baker was held Dec. 30 in R. smile more than her boys and Yeager Cherpak Vinisky. and Red Hats, and was a vol- McMurray, Pa. grandchildren. Cunningham Funeral Home the great-grandkids. Emma Also surviving are a daughter unteer at Washington County On behalf of the members Funeral services for Bro. and Crematory, Inc., New was also a huge Utah Jazz fan and his stepchildren; a sister, Health Center. She enjoyed of Lodge 617 and the Slovene Luketic were held Dec. 19, Castle, officiated by Fr. Frank who preferred watching from National Benefit Society, we 2017, at James Funeral Home Almade. Military rites were the comfort of her own home. extend our condolences to Sis. in Newton Falls, with Pastor accorded by the New Castle In addition to her SNPJ Bury’s family, relatives and Andy Clark officiating. Inter- Area Honor Guard. Burial fol- Lodge 689 membership, Sis. friends on their loss. ment followed in Newton Falls lowed in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Beacco was a devout member Cemetery. New Castle. of Notre Dame de Lourdes DEATHS REPORTED On behalf of the members On behalf of the members Catholic Church and Stella Bro. John Luketic of Lodge 321 and the Slovene of Lodge 6 and the Slovene D’ America Italian Lodge 77. For the month of November 2017 National Benefit Society, we National Benefit Society, we Surviving are her daughter, • Lodge 321 • DATE OF offer our condolences to Bro. extend our condolences to Bro. Judy Beacco; her grandchil- LODGE NAME DEATH City-State WARREN, Ohio — The Luketic’s family, relatives and Baker’s family, relatives and dren, Michael (Valarie) Coun- A01 Dolores Scheidhauer 05-10-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. members of Lodge 321 sadly friends on their loss. friends on their loss. sil and Sean (Sara) Counsil; her A01 Elizabeth M. Nowak 10-10-2017 North Canton, Ohio announce the Dec. 14, 2017, great-grandchildren, Antonio, A02 John A. Tremonton 07-26-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. passing of Bro. John “John- Alyssa and Aleigha Counsil, A02 Thomas J. Preskar 10-29-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. nie” Luketic, 90, of Newton Bro. Frank H. Baker Sis. Emma Beacco and Lily; a special family FD4 Leonard E. Shalan 02-04-2015 Delray Beach, Fla. Falls, Ohio. friend, Catherine Kane; her • Lodge 6 • • Lodge 689 • 1 Helen Tomazin 07-11-2008 Tacoma, Wash. Bro. Luketic was born July sisters-in-law, Kay Beacco 2 Alice Mankowski 10-16-2014 South Bend, Ind. 25, 1927, in Library, Pa., a SYGAN, Pa. — The members HELPER, Utah — The and Carol Beacco; many lov- 2 Frank W. Jerse 09-10-2017 Terre Haute, Ind. son of the late Anton Paul and of Lodge 6 sadly report the members of Lodge 689 sadly ing nieces and nephews; and 2 Adolph Gnidovic 10-11-2017 La Salle, Ill. Katarina O. Kokot Luketic. He Dec. 27, 2017, passing of Bro. announce the Jan. 6, 2018, Brenda Counsil. 2 Olga Baker 08-25-2017 Sherman, Ill. married the love of his life, Ann Frank H. Baker, 81, of New passing of Sis. Emma Beacco, She was preceded in death 6 Susan F. Stopperich 05-25-2017 Carnegie, Pa. Elizabeth Singer, on Sept. 16, Wilmington, Pa., formerly of 89, at her home in Price, Utah. by her parents; her husband; 6 Oliver D. Burkett 10-15-2017 Pataskala, Ohio 1951, and they enjoyed 66 years Washington, Pa., and New Sis. Beacco was the 10th of a grandson, Tony Counsil; 6 Daniel L. Chuberko 10-04-2017 Masontown, Pa. of marriage together. Castle, Pa., in UPMC-Jameson 11 children born to Domenic brothers Domenic, Bill, Ross, 6 Ronald S. Udovich 11-01-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. John served his country Hospital, New Castle. and Maria Juiseppa Fazzio Tony, Pete, Angelo and Mike; 33 Ronald P. Couch 09-06-2017 Burke, Va. faithfully in the U.S. Army Air Bro. Baker was born Oct. Perri in Spring Glen, Utah, sisters Venice, Florence and 33 Margaret E. Tekstar 11-01-2017 Beaver, Pa. Corps 145 Airways and Com- 15, 1936, in Plymouth, Ohio, on Jan. 3, 1929. She greatly Viola; and several nieces and 87 Frank J. Zupanc 07-10-2017 West Newton, Pa. munications Unit during World a son of the late Frank M. and enjoyed being raised on the nephews. 87 Diane Scobel 10-17-2015 Springdale, Pa. War II from 1945 to 1947. Mary Fazio Baker. A graduate farm with her brothers and The family expresses A lifelong resident of New- of New Castle High School, sisters. The farm was always special thanks to Margaret 89 Doris J. Kinkela 10-03-2017 Burgettstown, Pa. ton Falls, Bro. Luketic worked he attended the University of the destination for her rides Rhoades, who called daily to 89 Marie R. Fodse 10-20-2017 Lawrence, Pa. for Newton Falls Exempted Pittsburgh where he earned later in life. check on Emma, and Carol 106 Rebecca Lynn Sabo 05-12-2017 Imperial, Pa. Schools as a bus driver for 23 his teaching degree. He was Emma married Tony Be- Henrie, who would visit and 106 Alberta Anzlovar 10-31-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. years, retiring in 1990. He also a U.S. Navy veteran, attain- acco Oct. 29, 1949, at St. bring her communion. Thanks 106 Vicki L. Zadrozny 11-01-2017 Oakdale, Pa. served as president of the New- ing the rank of E-4 during the Anthony’s Catholic Church in also to Symbii and the team of 126 Emma Welo 09-08-2017 Mentor, Ohio ton Falls School Employees Korean War. Helper. Tony preceded her in Diane, Deborah, Melissa and 138 Tony Bole 07-03-2016 McDonald, Pa. Union. John worked part time For 15 years he was the death on Sept. 3, 2009. Shawna, who gave her care this 138 Frank A. Mavrich 10-18-2017 Canonsburg, Pa. for Nussle’s Greenhouse Florist owner of B and G Auto Service While raising her family, last year and supported Judy in 138 John D. Smith 10-16-2017 Bentleyville, Pa. for over 50 years as well. in New Castle. From 1977 to Sis. Beacco worked as a wait- keeping her at home. 207 John Stajcar Jr. 10-30-2017 Butte, Mont. In addition to his 72-year 1990 he taught auto mechanics ress at the Elks and Carbon A Funeral Mass was cel- 218 Matilda Garbarino 10-13-2017 Denver, Colo. membership with SNPJ Lodge at Western Area Vo-Tech and Country Club for her sister ebrated for Sis. Beacco on Jan. 223 Patrick C. Conte 08-17-2017 Murrysville, Pa. 321, he was also a member of Lawrence County Vo-Tech Venice and brother Angelo. In 11 at Notre Dame de Lourdes 225 Bernice Ulepich 10-07-2017 Arma, Kan. CFU Lodge 614 for more than until his retirement. He went 1972 she completed her cos- Catholic Church. Committal 225 Louise Oakes 11-06-2017 Pittsburg, Kan. 50 years and a member of the back to his first love of work- metology degree and opened service followed in Mt. View 277 Helen E. Fabian 04-13-2008 Struthers, Ohio Warren Ohio Seventh-Day ing on cars after his retirement. Emma’s Touch of Artistry Cemetery, Helper. 304 Stephen A. Balich 10-06-2017 Occidental, Calif. Adventist Church in Warren, In addition to his SNPJ in her home. She picked up On behalf of the members 321 Barbara C. Jaros 10-05-2017 Warren, Ohio where he was an elder. John en- membership, he was also a ladies who could no longer of Lodge 689 and the Slovene 371 Angie Briski 09-26-2017 Ronald, Wash. joyed bowling with the Golden member of the American Le- drive and made sure they got National Benefit Society, we 518 Madalene Gasparach 09-30-2017 Livonia, Mich. Agers at Freeway Lanes, listen- gion in Washington. He was an their hair fixed. Emma loved extend our sympathies to Sis. 581 Eleanore A. Pearce 08-27-2017 Wilkes Barre, Pa. ing to music, gardening, and avid reader, enjoyed watching doing hair and continued to do Beacco’s family, relatives and 584 Anton J. Perpich 01-28-2017 St. Paul, Minn. having coffee with the guys at old movies and traveling, and so until 2012. friends on their loss. 584 Jean C. Krainz 10-08-2017 St. Francis, Wis. 584 Angela T. Seveska 10-07-2017 Waukegan, IL 584 Olga Levar 11-14-2017 Ely, Minn. 603 Stanley A. Cucanich 10-01-2017 Edgewater, Fla. 603 James C. Novak 05-18-2012 Zephyrhills, Fla. 643 Rita J. Aurilio 07-31-2017 Girard, Ohio 665 Joseph F. Weber 10-21-2017 Monroeville, Pa. PROSVETA 2018 Publication Dates 677 Jack H. Kojamanian 06-29-2017 Troy, Mich. JANUARY 2018 MAY 2018 SEPTEMBER 2018 715 William J. Kucic Sr. 08-14-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 1 715 John B. Kumer 07-26-2017 Palo Alto, Calif. 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 723 Stanley Tominc 06-29-2017 Rock Springs, Wyo. 723 Mary C. Cegnar 09-06-2017 Homedale, Idaho 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 723 J. Eugene Scott 10-28-2017 Boring, Ore. 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 749 Judith A. Czyrnik 08-21-2017 Johnstown, Pa. 28 29 30 31 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 776 Cleophus A. Jackson 10-20-2017 New Castle, Pa. 30 782 David M. Ansell 09-21-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. FEBRUARY 2018 JUNE 2018 OCTOBER 2018 KAREN A. PINTAR 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 National Secretary/COO 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 SNPJ Crossword 25 26 27 28 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 31 THE 1920s (#0118) solution MARCH 2018 JULY 2018 NOVEMBER 2018 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30
APRIL 2018 AUGUST 2018 DECEMBER 2018 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Publication dates are highlighted in black boxes; deadline dates are circled. The deadline for submissions is noon on the third Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted above or on the front page. Submissions may be mailed to PROSVETA at 247 West Allegheny Road, Imperial, PA 15126; faxed to (724) 695-1555; e-mailed to [email protected]; or submitted via the Publications section of the SNPJ website, www.snpj.org. PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] February 1, 2018 7 Holiday party ushers in the new year at Lodge 153 by WILMA VUKOVICH Lodge 153 YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — The Lodge 153 fall meeting was held in the Shepherd of the Valley clubroom in Poland, Ohio. O u r newly ele ct e d of fic er s i nclude P resi- dent Stanley P. Chermely, Vice President Michele Phillips, Secretary/Treasurer Diane L. Chermely Tanner, Sergeant- at-Arms Henry Vukovich, Recording Secretary/Reporter Wilma Vukovich,
Photo submitted by Bro. Ken Kladnik (371). and auditors Stephen Pavlich, Joseph Pitko and Michele Phillips. Lodge 371 Officers Ready to Tackle 2018 The Lodge would like to extend get Ready to serve SNPJ Lodge 371 in 2018 are [from left] well wishes to Antoinette and Ed Steinke. Auditor Cheryl Maras, Auditor Melissa Singletary, Happy birthday wishes go out to So- President Ken Kladnik and Secretary/Treasurer Shirley phie Pavlich, who celebrated her 92nd Petrich. Sis. Cheryl Maras and Bro. Ken Kladnik will be celebrating their 50-year SNPJ membership anniversaries birthday in October, and to all members this year. Lodge 371 in Cle Elum, Wash., is currently the only who celebrated in November, December active SNPJ Lodge in the state of Washington. and January. Please mark your 2018 calendar for During their December Christmas party, Lodge 153 officers had the chance to our upcoming meeting dates: March 13, meet with the jolly old elf himself. May 8, Aug. 21 and Nov. 20. The meet- ANNOUNCE IT ings will begin at 7 p.m. in the Shepherd lowed by homemade desserts provided a nd L o dge of fic er s. Ticket s were sold a nd of the Valley clubroom. All members by the guests. gifts brought by guests were awarded to are welcome and encouraged to attend. After the meal was complete, Diane the lucky winners. The party concluded Our biggest event of 2017, the an- Chermely Tanner led the children in a few with a few fun games of bingo. Disney College Program nual Lodge 153 Christmas party, was Christmas carols, including “Santa Claus Many thanks to everyone who helped held Dec. 3 at the Youngstown Croatian is Coming to Town,” which welcomed make our Christmas party a huge success. welcomes SNPJ member Home. We enjoyed a fantastic dinner fol- Santa to deliver gifts to youth members Happy New Year to all! BOROUGH OF SNPJ, Pa. — SNPJ Lodge 776 member Emma Snyder, A new flag waves proudly at St. Marys Lodge 581 a sophomore at Bowling by JERRY TROHA Green State Univer- Lodge 581 Secretary sity in Bowling Green, St. Marys, Pa. — Lodge Ohio, has been accepted 581 held their first quarterly into the Disney College meeting of 2018 on Jan. 7 at Program for the spring the St. Marys Moose Club. 2018 semester. The meeting was opened As of January, Sny- by Lodge President Marcia der has been a tempo- Klancer Bleggi with a fra- rary resident of Orlan- ternal greeting of “Srecno do, Fla., for a semester- Novo Leto!” (“Happy New long paid internship at Year!”) to all. the Walt Disney World The Disney College Program Our installation of officers Resort complex. The welcomes Lodge 776 member took place. Serving in the new Disney College Pro- Emma Snyder [left], pictured year are President Marcia gram has a rigorous with grandparents Henrietta and Klancer Bleggi, Vice Presi- admission requirement Edward Snyder (776), and cousins Ava and dent Pat Moore, Secretary/ and consists of work Julianna Kontak (776). Treasurer Jerry Troha, and experience in one of the auditors Janine Laughner, Disney parks or resorts, educational classes taught by Disney Amy Anderson and John leaders and a full immersive residential experience involving Moore. hundreds of other college students from around the world. Correspondence was read As part of her Disney program, Emma will take courses in from SNPJ National Secre- Disney heritage, marketing and sales, human resources and tary Karen Pintar and Nation- guest services, communications and leadership. al President Joseph Evanish A 2016 graduate of Appleton North High School in addressing SNPJ Home Of- The 2018 Lodge 581 officers [left to right]: Auditor Janine Laughner, Secretary/ Appleton, Wis., Emma just wrapped up her second fall as fice activities and informa- Treasurer Jerry Troha, Vice President Pat Moore, Auditor Amy Anderson, a flute and piccolo player for the BGSU Falcon Marching tion regarding the election of Auditor John Moore and President Marcia Klancer Bleggi. Band and was named to the BGSU Dean’s List during her convention delegates for the for attendees, and the Moose to be used for Lodge events. The second quarter Lodge freshman year. She is majoring in film production. Aug. 12-13 event. The current ladies cooked up a nice lunch Marcia and her husband, Don 581 meeting will be held Emma is the daughter of former SNPJ Home Office active adult membership for of sloppy joes and chips for Bleggi, plan to submit an April 22 at St. Marys Moose staff member Anthony E. Snyder (776) and his wife Sara, Lodge 581 is 334 and youth all to enjoy. article for the March issue of on the second floor. A Polka who reside in Appleton. Emma is also the granddaugh- membership is 31. The new It was nice to meet with Prosveta about their teach- Boosters dance will follow ter of longtime Lodge 776 Secretary and former SNPJ list of recipients for SNPJ and talk to Lodge member ing experience during their featuring the Rob DeBlander National Board Member Edward E. Snyder and his wife, membership awards was read. Debbie Bizzak Nelson from visit to Trebnja, Mirna, and Orchestra from Michigan Henrietta (776). Members receiving awards Kane, Pa. Debbie is a nurse at Šentrupert in the Dolenjska starting at 2 p.m. this year will be published Penn Highlands-Elk Hospital region of Slovenia. For details on North Cen- in Prosveta. in St. Marys. The Slovenian Polka tral Slovenian Polka Booster After the meeting, a dance Marcia Bleggi hosted Boosters dance schedule for events, contact Pat Moore at best wishes to our was held by the Slovenian an apple strudel and potica Feb. 11 will feature the Dick (814) 837-9218 or moorski@ Polka Boosters featuring all baking class Jan. 28 in Tady Orchestra from 2 to 5 verizon.net. For information styles of music performed her home. She offered her p.m. at the Wildwoods Bar on Lodge 581, contact Jerry Outlived Members by the Vagabonds Orches- kitchen, ingredients and old and Grill in St. Marys. On Troha at (814) 781-6978 or je- tra from Dubois, Pa. Miss family recipes for the event. Feb. 25, Karl Lukitsch will [email protected]. You SNPJ calendars and SNPJ Marcia also presented a new perform at Wildwoods from can also visit us on Facebook Honored ice scrapers were available Slovenian flag to Lodge 581 2 to 5 p.m. at St. Marys SNPJ Lodge 581. angler has outlived SNPJ Recommender Program I would like to introduce his policy ______SYGAN, Pa. — Bro. Henry Bro. HENRY URSITZ (6) for SNPJ membership Ursitz of Lodge 6 has out- lived his life insurance policy. Please contact:______Bro. Ursitz was born Nov. 29, 1921, in the Sygan Hill (Parent or guardian if under age 18) area of Bridgeville, Pa., the son of Frank and Mary Ursitz. Address:______He had five siblings: Frank Jr., John, Agnes, Mary and Rose, The SNPJ Recommender Program pro- all of whom are deceased. Henry graduated from South ______Fayette High School in 1939 and joined the U.S. Navy in vides an opportunity for adult members 1942. While serving in the Navy he was a member of the to encourage family, friends, children and City/State/Zip:______Seabees Construction Unit in the islands of the South Pa- acquaintances to join the Slovene National Phone: ( )______cific, where he would learn his lifelong trade of carpentry. Benefit Society and take advantage of SNPJ’s After his military service, Bro. Ursitz joined his father, competitive products and numerous frater- Indicate Preferred Agent______Frank Sr., who was also a carpenter, in building homes in (Optional) the Bridgeville area. Later years led him to a position as nal benefits. Not only will you be helping a friend and strengthening our Society, you’ll a construction supervisor working with a large company My Name:______building commercially in the Pittsburgh area. also be receiving benefits yourself. In April 1944, Henry married Ann Dohanich, who My Lodge Number:______passed away in May 2017 at the age of 93. Henry and Ann were married for 73 years and had two children, three Recommender Benefits Address:______grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, all of whom • Receive $10 for each valid referral submitted. ______Henry loves spending time with. • Every valid referral earns the recommender Bro. Ursitz was a Lodge 6 member most of his adult life City/State/Zip:______and is a very avid outdoor sportsman, enjoying hunting and one chance in the Quarterly Drawing for an fishing with his son and buddies over the years. At the age opportunity to win $100. Phone: ( )______of 95 he placed third in the Warren, Pa., annual fishing • Every valid referral also earns the recommender e-mail______contest, winning a monetary award, trophy and notoriety one chance in the Year-end Drawing for an Each individual must be informed that an agent will contact him/her and the referral for being the oldest angler. He also enjoys watching football, opportunity to win $500 cash. especially the Pittsburgh Steelers, University of Pittsburgh must have some interest in SNPJ in order for the recommender to be considered valid. and Penn State University. By submitting one valid referral, Complete this coupon and return to On behalf of the members of Lodge 6 and the Slovene Slovene National Benefit Society National Benefit Society, we extend best wishes to Bro. you have the opportunity to earn Att’n: Marketing Department Ursitz for continued health and happiness. a total of $610 in cash prizes! 247 West Allegheny Road • Imperial, PA 15126 PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 8 February 1, 2018
Warm up to 2018 at the SNPJ Winter Classic Bowl SNPJ Recreation Center by KEVIN RICHARDS Lodge 6. On Sunday, the men will bowl the fun continues at Sygan Lodge 6 with 2018 Fraternal Events SNPJ Fraternal Director their team competition at Sygan Lodge Outlaw Karaoke with DJ Dave McMurdy Schedule IMPERIAL, Pa. — The 2018 SNPJ 6 and the women will bowl their team from 8 p.m. until midnight. Winter Classic Bowling Tournament will competition at Strabane Lodge 138. All SNPJ bowlers are invited and be co-hosted by Sygan, Pa., Lodge 6 and With only eight miles separating these encouraged to participate in this annual May 5-6 National Bowling Tournament Strabane, Pa., Lodge 138. The tournament two active SNPJ Lodges, we’re looking tournament. Food will be available for May 27 Recreation Center Brew & Bean Festival will take place the weekend of Feb. 16-18. forward to a great weekend full of fun purchase at both Lodges throughout (Micro Brew & Chili Cookoff) Men will bowl doubles and singles and fraternalism. Be sure to stop by the weekend, and a bus will be running June 15-17 SNPJ Young Adult Conference Friday evening and Saturday at Strabane Strabane Lodge 138 on Friday evening for between Sygan Lodge 6 and Strabane July 13-15 Lodge 138, while the women will bowl entertainment provided by Veseli Fantje Lodge 138 on Saturday from 6 p.m. until SLOVENEFEST 2018 doubles and singles Saturday at Sygan from 8 p.m. until midnight. On Saturday, midnight. July 27-29 Youth Roundup Weekend July 27-29 TEL Workshop July 29-Aug. 4 Family Week Loyalites preparing to host 2018 SNPJ Nat’l. Bowl Aug. 10-11 SNPJ Fraternal Weekend Aug. 12-13 SNPJ National Convention by DANIELLA VOLPE Lodge 158 EUCLID, Ohio — Lodge 158 would like to formally wish everyone a happy New Year, and thank everyone who helped out 50-Year Members with our Christmas party on Dec. 3, 2017. February 2018 The day was filled with food, laughter and even a few furry (and scaly!) creatures Lodge Member Lodge Member thanks to our special guest, Jungle Terry. A01 Regina E. King 223 Helen J. Miller The kids had a great time learning about A01 Richard Schwartz 225 Linda A. Roberts all of the animals. Jungle Terry’s most A01 Edward Schelb 257 Dale T. Jablonski important lesson for the kids: If they see A01 Ernst Schelb, DMD 274 Margaret E. Hill these animals in the wild, they shouldn’t A02 Jean Bertha Zotter 371 William A. Reedy touch them. 1 Denise J. Messenger 559 Sandra M. Setinc After Jungle Terry, we welcomed the 6 William C. Kozak 562 Mary F. Rensi big man in red himself, Santa, who gave 31 Janice Locnikar Barella 562 Gregory L. Nemeth all of the kids gifts and learned what they 41 Janice L. Welker 581 Patricia A. Hoch wanted for Christmas. Hopefully he was 87 Frances M. Pugliese 581 Mark L. Stermole able to fill such a large order for the big 87 Brian J. Dubovsky 584 Daniel A. Erste day in such short time. This party wouldn’t 142 David L. Dalpiaz 614 Robert F. Rozman have been possible without all of Santa’s 158 David L. Miklaucic 643 Margaret L. Allar helpers. 158 Judith Ann Godec DeFrank 686 Carol J. Yach Looking forward to this year, we have a 174 Dennis M. Dablock 721 Loretta M. Conti lot of great events in the books and possibly 216 Carol A. Foreback 723 Patricia A. Bierwag a few more that just need a specific date 216 Mercedes E. Monroe 757 Jeannette M. Marasco before we can tell you about them. The 218 Sharon Mae Peal 776 Mildred A. Doutt first piece of news is that the Loyalites will [Above] Loyalites Lodge 158 be the official hosts of the SNPJ National members as they prepared to Bowling Tournament May 5-6. Get your welcome Santa Claus to the 60-Year Members team entered ASAP; this is going to be annual Christmas party. February 2018 one tournament that will go down in the [Left] Jungle Terry, a special Lodge Member Lodge Member history books. You don’t want to miss out! guest at the Loyalites Christmas party, showed off a few of his 5 Elaine Kling 584 Edward M. Ogrin Jr. If you have any interest in being a furry (and scaly!) friends to the 6 William Galicic 604 William R. Kronik sponsor in the tournament’s program, youth members in attendance. 117 Viola Waryanka 629 Joseph Benvin please e-mail Lodge 158 Secretary Gary His most important lesson 158 Florence D. Dezelon 665 Mary Ann Squashic Smrdel at garylodge158@roadrunner. for the kids: If they see these 254 Theodore J. Carrico com. The weekend will be filled with good animals in the wild, they food, good music and hopefully lots of shouldn’t touch them. good scores. Be on the lookout for more ent in what we’re calling “Slovenestock.” any member deaths you may hear about. 70-Year Members information as we get closer to the date. Just like the original Woodstock music Lodge 158 really wants to make sure that February 2018 Although it may be far off, it’s never too festival, we will be featuring many of the our Loyalite family is there to see them early to think about those Sunday polka greats, as well as good food and a chance out as they move on to the next life. For Lodge Member Lodge Member 2 Anton Stolsek picnics that we all love at the SNPJ Farm to see all of your SNPJ friends. information regarding this matter, please 153 Mary J. Kohler in Kirtland, Ohio. The Loyalites are so So mark Slovenestock on your calendar contact Gary Smrdel at (440) 655-7592 or 6 Joseph R. Galicic 254 Josephine Zagrodniczek grateful for everyone who showed up this for Aug. 26. Although you can’t camp out Pat Nevar at (216) 789-9746. We appreci- 31 Anna Pauline Brace 257 Andrew J. Kaiser past year for our baseball-themed picnic; all night, it still promises to be a groovy ate your help. 41 Olga Jean Ahacic 562 Dorothy M. Molnar it was a home run, to say the least. Sunday that will keep you shouting “En- Finally, as always, we would like to send 87 Doris K. Udavchak 564 Rita E. Hostnik This year we want to see even more core!” well into Monday morning. our thoughts and prayers to any deceased 107 Dolores E. Harizal 689 Lorraine Babcock of your smiling faces as we take you on a Once again, we would like to ask for or ailing members and their families dur- 107 Milenko Car 715 Josephine Hravatic journey through polkas both past and pres- your help in spreading the word about ing these difficult times. 80-Year Members February 2018 Lodge Member Entries now accepted for the 2018 Miss SNPJ Pageant 5 Antonia Gloria Topolnicki 2018 MISS SNPJ PAGEANT 138 Mary A. Prelaz FROM PAGE 1 www.snpj.org. The pageant entry deadline is June 12. The Miss SNPJ Pageant Booster Fund is currently Official Proceedings accepting donations. Any Minutes of the Executive Committee Meeting donation, large or small, is Oct. 11, 2017 truly appreciated and will be The meeting was called to order at 10 a.m. by President Evanish recognized in the Miss SNPJ with Sis. Pintar and Bro. Lawrence in attendance. Pageant program. Checks can The minutes from the Sept. 15, 2017, meeting were read and be made payable to “SNPJ” approved. and should note “Miss SNPJ Pageant” on the memo line. Reported that President Evanish attended a reception in Cleve- Please mail your donations land for the Slovenian Prime Minister and the ribbon cutting for addressed to Slovene National the new office for the consul from Slovenia. Benefit Society, Attn: Frater- Approved for President Evanish to attend the banquet held at nal Department, 247 West the Ohio Fraternal Alliance meeting. Allegheny Road, Imperial, Reported that there will be a reception at the SNPJ Lodge 106 PA 15126. The 2017 Miss SNPJ Pageant Committee [seated], pictured with the pageant contestants. The Hall for AmCham and an opportunity to meet the new Ambas- I’ll see you at a fraternal 2018 Miss SNPJ Pageant will be held during Slovenefest weekend, July 13-15, at the SNPJ sador to the United States from Slovenia. event soon! Recreation Center. Met with Fraternal Director Kevin Richards and discussed the fraternal programs for the summer at the SNPJ Recreation Center including Family Week, Senior Week, Young Adult Conference, TEL, and Youth Roundup. Support the Rec Center Cabin Renovation Project Discussed the sales guide, illustration program, premiums for by JOSEPH C. EVANISH rather, recreational in nature, contribu- the Single Premium product, the Security Whole Life product, SNPJ National President/CEO tions are not considered tax deductible. and changes that will be implemented on Nov. 1, 2017. Before IMPERIAL, Pa. — For many years, We encourage Lodges, Fed- Approved a cultural donation in the amount of $200 to the Co- SNPJ members have enjoyed the erations, members, friends and other nemaugh Valley Federation for hosting an event honoring 50-, unique and truly remarkable facility organizations to contribute. Several 60-, 70- and 80-year members. that is the SNPJ Recreation Center. The have already contributed. While we The meeting was adjourned at 12:25 p.m. experiences and countless memories do offer “Club Level” recognition, all that have been made there are treasured donations will be listed in Prosveta. by thousands. The Recreation Center Donors at the following Club Lev- Nov. 8, 2017 is now more than 50 years old and, as els will receive their name on a plaque with so many things, time, along with inside the corresponding cabin: Bronze The meeting was called to order at 1 p.m. by President Evanish wear and tear, have taken their toll. Level, $1,000; Silver Level, $5,000; with Sis. Pintar and Bro. Lawrence in attendance. The large upper cabins, situated Gold Level, $10,000; and Platinum The minutes from the Oct.11, 2017, meeting were read and opposite the lake along Martin Road, Level, $25,000. approved. After are some of the first structures that Donation checks can be made Discussed the Sales Guide for agents; life products; and ap- were built on the property. Cabins #1 payable to “SNPJ.” Please indicate proved discontinuing the sale of the Life Paid Up at 50, Life and #2 have already been completed. “Cabin Renovation” in the memo area. Paid Up at 55, and the Term to 65 products based on number The budgeted cost to complete one Provide your name and address, and of sales, profitability, etc. cabin was $28,000. There are a total the acknowledgment name and address Approved the dates and rates for 2018 Family Week and Senior of 24 large cabins and 12 motel units if the donation is made in memory of Week. This information will be provided to the Recreation Center as part of this project. It will take a someone. and published in PROSVETA. significant amount of capital to finish Send your donation to Slovene Discussed the SNPJ website and future plans for it. this project, and will likely take years National Benefit Society, 247 West to complete. The more donations we Allegheny Rd., Imperial, PA 15126. The meeting was adjourned at 3:25 p.m. receive, the quicker we can complete All donations are greatly appreci- JOSEPH C. EVANISH KAREN A. PINTAR the project. Since this is not a cultural ated. Thank you in advance for your National President/CEO National Secretary/COO or educational (scholarship) cause, but support!