Your for News prosvetaOfficial Publication of the Slovene National Benefit Society In This Issue YEAR CX USPS: 448-080 MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2017 ISSUE 10 ISSN: 1080-0263 Up-and-Coming Calendar of Events...... 2 Slovenia from the Source...... 3 PROSVETA Crossword Puzzle...... 4 Comets Lodge 715 plans October honors lunch SNPJ Fraternal Sympathies...... 6 SNPJ Fraternal Honorees...... 8 by PATTI EVANISH Lodge 715 Secretary Enjoying the Lodge SNPJ Recommender Coupon...... 9 715 Pirates baseball UNIVERSAL, Pa. — The annual Comets Lodge 715 night in July were SNPJ National Tournament Results...... 10 luncheon is set for Saturday, Oct. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. [back, from left] AJ at Palmieri’s Restaurant, 951 Old Frankstown Road, Plum, Fitzroy; Joyce PA 15239. This year we will honor the Lodge 715 members Laufer Chapman; briefly celebrating an SNPJ membership anniversary. Nessa Marano; Martha Horner; The cost for the luncheon is $20 per person; checks Shane, Dylan, Society sympathies should be made payable to “Comets Lodge 715.” Please Glenn and Tawyna RSVP at your earliest convenience. Mail your check to Spoharski; [front, for Lodge 518 secretary Patti Evanish, 522 Highland Ave., N. Oakdale, PA 15071, from left] SNPJ The SNPJ Home by Oct. 14. If you have any questions, feel free to contact National President IMPERIAL, Pa. — Office has been notified of the Aug. 18, me at (412) 443-8825 or [email protected]. Joseph c. Evanish; Jamie and Patti 2017, passing of Bro. Frank J. Tehovnik, SEE COMETS HONORS Evanish; and Karen longtime secretary/treasurer of Lodge 518 ON PAGE 7 and Trevor Urban. in Melvindale, Mich. On behalf of the entire Society, the members of the Executive Committee and Home Office staff extend their sympathies to Bro. Tehovnik’s family and friends on their loss.

Lodge 559 electing 2018 officers at Nov. meeting CHICAGO — The next Pioneer Lodge 559 meeting will be held Friday, Nov. PERIODICAL MATERIAL 10, starting at noon at the Czech Plaza Restaurant, 7016 W. Cermak Road in Berwyn, Ill. We will be electing Lodge officers for 2018, reviewing Lodge and Federation bylaws, and planning Lodge activities for 2018. Members are asked to bring an un- wrapped toy to the Nov. 10 meeting for our annual toy drive. We will also be celebrating Thanksgiving with a cake for the occasion. All members are urged to attend this important meeting. JEAN CHERWAY Lodge 559 President

THE Photo submitted by Bro. James Baker (603). Playing Tennis, For The Love Of Slovenia DEADLINE Slovenia is entered in the ITF World Team Tennis Championships at the USTA Campus in Lake Nona, Fla., Oct. 8-13. The Slovenian team includes Samsula, Fla., Lodge 603 member James The next two PROSVETA issue dates Baker [second from right], who is currently ranked #5 in the world among men over 75. Bro. are Nov. 1 and Dec. 1. All material must Baker’s fellow team members, traveling from Slovenia, include [from left] Ivo Drenovec, Borut Lodge 643 and be received by Wednesday, Oct. 18, for Skulj (captain) and Pavle Zerjav. While in Florida, the Slovenian team is also scheduled to play at Mar-a-Lago, the Winter White House of President Trump and his Slovenian wife, Melania. the Nov. 1 issue, and by Wednesday, Nov. 15, for the Dec. 1 issue. If you are Youth Circle 7 concerned about making the deadline, send an e-mail to [email protected] or submit your material via the publica- You’ll have a side-splitting evening look forward to tions area of our website, www.snpj.org. year-end events with the W. Pa. Slovene Federation by KATHLEEN SEIFERT Lodge 643 Secretary by CHRIS PETUKAUSKAS (33) plus a delicious, $10, all-you-can-eat buffet to Western Pa. Federation Secretary fill your laughing belly! GIRARD, Ohio — Golden Eagles Lodge IMPERIAL, Pa. — As the beauty of fall sur- Tickets for the show are priced at $15 and 643 members are looking forward to a few rounds us, we invite you to surround yourself can be purchased at Lodge 106 or from any upcoming Lodge events, including Make a with friends, fraternalism and fun! We all know Federation officer. We’d love to see you there Difference Day in October and their Christ- laughter reduces stress, anxiety and depression, to support the Federation as we strive to support mas party in December. and triggers healthy physical and emotional the youth of our Society. The annual Christmas parties for both changes in the body, so the Western Pa. Slovene Mark your calendar and come out for a hys- Lodge 643 and Youth Circle 7 are sched- Federation welcomes you to participate in an terical night of excellent comedy entertainment. uled Saturday, Dec. 9, at Amen Corner evening of laughter. Stay out of the kitchen that evening and chow in Girard. The staff at Amen Corner will The Federation is hosting a night with Slap- down on some delicious food prepared by the decorate their party room and fireplace sticks Productions, a comedy show to entertain Lodge 106 kitchen staff. with green, red and all of their holiday those age 18 and older. The performance will be It’s sure to be a ha-ha-happy night for all trimmings. They will also display their held at SN PJ L o dge 10 6 i n I mp er ia l on Sat u rd ay, of us to release those endorphins and put on a beautiful Christmas tree. Nov. 4. The doors will open at 6 p.m., the show smile! As quoted by Robert Frost, and sung by The Circle 7 Christmas party will begin will begin at 7, and the evening will include a Jimmy Buffett, “If we couldn’t laugh, we would SEE LODGE 643 HOLIDAYS Chinese auction, a 50/50 drawing, a cash bar all go insane.” ON PAGE 9 • Madelyn M. Tarlo Born April 14, 2017 Pittsburgh Lodge 665 As her reign begins, Miss SNPJ looks forward SNPJ Lodge 665 welcomes Madelyn Ma- rie Tarlo as its newest member. Madelyn is the daughter of Shawn (665) and Erica Tarlo, granddaughter of David Tarlo (665), to an exciting and active year great-granddaughter of Karen Sadar Watt (665), and great-great-granddaughter of the by LAUREN SEBUSCH (576) imagine experiencing our culture and the coun- Miss SNPJ 2018 late Tony and former Lodge 118 Secretary/ try that our ancestors helped build, better and Treasurer Albina Sadar (665). We welcome CLEVELAND — I never thought the day would become independent, in any other way. Madelyn to the SNPJ and extend our best come that I would hear my name called for the You see, we are loving people who embody wishes to her entire family. title of Miss SNPJ. I’m still in awe that this is fraternalism with our whole being. We have real, and I could never be more grateful. After brothers and sisters around the world, and I reflecting on my newly found “queenship” and feel humbled to be able to say that. Slovenia returning from Slovenia, SNPJ holds an even has opened my eyes and solidified my idea of la rger pla c e i n my hea r t . It’s d i f ferent wit h SN PJ; who we are: an organization that brings people no matter who you are or where you come from, together, that makes people laugh, and that has you instantly belong. the most caring people I’ve ever had the pleasure During my time in Slovenia, our already of meeting. close knit group from across the United States In my short time as Miss SNPJ, I’ve been follow SNPJ on Facebook! became family. Beyond our group, we were invited to and welcomed with open arms at many blessed with the kindest soul as our tour guide. events. Thank you to Strabane, Pa., Lodge 138 Karin understood us and embraced our crazi- for your hospitality during the Duck Race. I had Make snpj.org ness. She loved it because she could be herself. a blast meeting all of you and seeing firsthand your first stop for We took her in as family and loved her without what the race entails... even though some of the Kristina Hartman [left] and Miss SNPJ SNPJ information any barriers. We did the same for our Serbian ducks got carried away and decided to keep on 2017 ELIZABETH HARTMAN welcomed on the go. bus driver who spoke mainly Slovenian and no SEE MISS SNPJ 2018 Miss SNPJ 2018 LAUREN SEBUSCH (576) Scan the code English... as we all know too well. I couldn’t ON PAGE 2 to the Strabane, Pa., Lodge 138 Duck Race. to get started. PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 2 October 2, 2017 PROSVETA ENLIGHTENMENT SNPJ Family Weeks will merge for the summer of 2018 (USPS 448-080) by KEVIN RICHARDS parties, bar bingo and hay rides – not the arts and crafts supplies. next year for one Family Week that (ISSN 1080-0263) SNPJ Fraternal Director to mention the quality time members I’d also like to thank SNPJ Rec- will take place July 29-Aug. 3, 2018. The Official Publication of the IMPERIAL, Pa. — For two weeks get to spend with family and friends in reation Center Director Tim Jergel, We will have double the fun and Slovene National in July, I have the pleasure of enjoying the cabins and around the campfires. Sue Krispinsky and Sue Zarella for fraternalism next year, and there is time at the SNPJ Recreation Center Thanks to David Jones from Jones helping keep everything running plenty of room for new families to Benefit Society with two great groups of members Catering for the wonderful meals smoothly, as well Jeff Wisnesky and joi n us. SN PJ memb er s pay a re duc e d 247 W. Allegheny Road during First Family Week and Second provided during Family Weeks. And h is c rew for ke epi ng t he g rou nd s lo ok- rate; you will not find a better deal Imperial, PA 15126-9774 Family Week. During this time we en- thanks to the SNPJ Slovenian Heritage ing good and the cabins functional. anywhere else! Phone: (724) 695-1100 joy the friendly competition of balina Cent er for prov id i ng a wi ne a nd che ese We are pleased to announce that Watch future PROSVETA issues a nd b e a nbag toss, a r t s a nd c r a f t s, p o ol reception for both weeks, as well as these two groups will join forces for 2018 registration information. Toll-Free: 1-800-843-7675 (THE SNPJ) Fax: (724) 695-1555 e-mail: [email protected] A busy summer turning into website: www.snpj.org

Editor: Jay Sedmak a busy autumn at Lodge 559 Associate Editor: Kimberly Winters by KAITLYN CHIAPPETTA Edward Dabrowski. We had beau- Subscription rate is $8 per year for non-SNPJ Lodge 559 Vice President tiful weather for the outing, and it members in the United States (Fla. subscrib- CHICAGO — An eventful summer was fun to spend time with Lauren ers, please add 6 percent sales tax). Canadian and foreign subscriptions, $50 per year. for Lodge 559 members continued and members from other Chicago Advertising information available by writing in the month of August as mem- Lodges. our office. Material concerning the official bers attended the Chicago District The Chicago District Federation workings of the Slovene National Benefit So- Federation dinner dance. Lodge young adult members also organized ciety is given publication priority. Unsolicited manuscripts returned only if a self-addressed, 559 President Jean Cherway, her our own activity in August. Meredith stamped envelope is enclosed. daughter and son-in-law were in Ma resh (4 49), Just i n R igler (4 49) a nd Postmaster: Send all address changes to: attendance. We were also glad to I attended the Lisle Veggie Fest. We see Sis. Anne Cretnik had recovered were even treated to VIP parking PROSVETA, 247 W. Allegheny Rd., Imperial, PA 15126-9774 from her fall. by Lisle resident Kevin Doherty. (Published monthly) Our members enjoyed listening Each of us donated food items at (Periodical postage paid at Imperial, Pa., to the music provided by Vince the festival to benefit the local food and additional mailing office.) Rigler (449) and Cecilia Dolgan pantry. The event consisted of food Spartans Lodge 576 members rolled out the red carpet for Miss SNPJ 2018 (576). We love hearing all of the samples, cooking demonstrations Lauren Sebusch during their annual picnic at the SNPJ Farm. SNPJ National Board Slovenian songs, even if most of and activities all centered around us in the younger generation don’t vegetarian and vegan lifestyles. Executive Committee: speak the language. There were also general healthy Miss SNPJ 2018 anticipating a National President Miss SNPJ 2018 Lauren Sebusch eating tips and recipes for everyone, Joseph C. Evanish (576) attended the event with her not just vegetarians. host of activities in the coming year National Secretary mother. The members of Lodge 559 I’m looking forward to more Karen A. Pintar MISS SNPJ 2018 and engraved photo album meant appreciated the opportunity to meet young adult events in the future, and FROM PAGE 1 the world to me. You welcomed me National Treasurer both of them in person. We hope we invite other Chicago-area young Robert J. Lawrence swimming! and my family with open hearts and Lauren had as much fun as we did. adults to contact us with ideas if they Thank you to Euclid, Ohio, Lodge I am forever grateful. Thank you, Correspondence received at: This annual dinner dance is would like to join us. 158 for inviting me to your picnic. especially, to the Novak clan who 247 West Allegheny Road always an exciting time to meet The Lodge 559 officers would Your Indians baseball theme was a Imperial, PA 15126-9774 has cheered me on and supported me up with members of the other lo- like to remind members to bring an g r a nd sla m! A sp e cia l t ha n k s a s wel l to through my new reign. Office hours are Monday -Thursday, 8 a.m. cal Lodges and socialize. Special unwrapped toy to our next meeting to 5 p.m.; Fridays 7:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the Cleveland Athletic League (CAL) I look forward to many upcoming thanks to Sis. Melanie Matiasek for our toy drive. The meeting will for inviting me to their picnic. CAL events while continuing to represent for baking a poppy seed cake for be held Nov. 10 beginning at noon has always held a special place in my SNPJ, and meeting more Brothers and Finance Committee: the dessert. at the Czech Plaza Restaurant. Any heart and each member is like family. Sisters across the nation. Thank you, Chrm.: Roger C. Clifford – 568 Lang I was delighted to have a part in Lodge member who cannot attend Thank you all for the kind words and again, from the bottom of my heart for Road, Sewickley, PA 15143 showing Miss SNPJ 2018 around the the November meeting is welcome warm wishes! this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I Robert Lawrence, Secretary Chicago area. I had participated in to send a monetary donation instead. Finally, a generous thank you to promise to make you all proud. Joseph C. Evanish the Miss SNPJ Pageant with Lauren Please send a check made payable to my Lodge, Cleveland Lodge 576, Yes, my grandparents introduced K e n n e t h A n d e r s o n – 2400 Derby Road, earlier this year, so the Federation “SNPJ Pioneer Lodge 559” to 1020 for treating me like royalty at our me to SNPJ, but you all are the reason Birmingham, MI 48009 invited me on the excursion. The W. 55th Pl., Countryside, IL 60525. picnic. The congratulatory banner I chose to stay. Richard Hervol – 183 Wylie Ave., group enjoyed an architecture tour We will also hold our election of Strabane, PA 15363 on the Chicago River, lunch at officers at the November meeting. Pizzeria Due, and a tour of NBC We’re looking forward to seeing Audit Committee: Tower thanks to Lodge 449 member everyone there! Chrm.: Phyllis Wood – 9519 Evergreen Youngstown Lodge 153 has Lane, Fontana, CA 92335 e-mail: [email protected] V i n c e n t B a s e l j – 1001 Grandview Ave., plans for a holiday celebration Apt. 903, Bridgeville, PA 15017 Louis J. Novak – 6308 Highland Rd., by WILMA VUKOVICH The Lodge extends get well wishes Highland Heights, OH 44143 Lodge 153 to Antoinette and Ed Steinke, John Stan Repos – 1255 McCaslin Rd., YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — The Buday, and to Amy Nolan who had Imperial, PA 15126 Lodge 153 May meeting was held hip replacement surgery. in the main building at Shepherd of Happy birthday wishes are Regional Vice Presidents: the Valley in Poland, Ohio. Plans are extended to all members who cel- Frank Bregar, Region 1 – 25 Willow underway for our activities through ebrated in June, July, August and Crossing Rd., Greensburg, PA 15601 the remainder of 2017, including our September. James L. Curl, Region 2 – 503 Orchard annual Christmas party which will The Lodge 53 meetings continue St., Carnegie, PA 15106 be held Dec. 3. to be held at Shepherd of the Valley Linda Gorjup, Region 3 – 712 Fiddlers We ext end ou r de ep est sy mpat h ies club room in Poland. Our next meeting Way, Painesville, OH 44077 to the families of Christine Crnic, who is planned for Nov. 21 beginning at 7 Tracey Anderson, Region 4 – 1014 passed away July 23 at the age of 97, p.m. Ref resh ment s wi l l b e ser ve d. A l l Edgewood Dr., Royal Oak, MI 48067 and Daniel Kohler, who passed away members are welcome and encour- J u s t i n a R i g l e r, R e g i o n 5 – 1116 Berkley Pioneer Lodge 559 members greeted Miss SNPJ 2018 LAUREN SEBUSCH Lane, Lemont, IL 60439 (576) during the Chicago Federation dinner dance. June 12 at the age of 63. aged to attend. Fred Mlakar, Region 6 – 13592 On- kayha Cir., Irvine, CA 92620 SNPJ Recreation Center 270 Martin Road Enon Valley, PA 16120 (724) 336-5180 • fax (724) 336-6716 Up-and-Coming... Toll-free: 1-877-767-5732 web site: www.snpjrec.com e-mail: [email protected] A look at events planned by the Slovene National Benefit Society • OCT. 7 �...... Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 welcomes • OCT. 29...... Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 youth Hal- • DEC. 3 ...... Westmoreland County (Pa.) Fed- Southern Comfort Experience to the loween party in the Imperial Room; 1-3 eration 85th Anniversary Dance at the Lodge 106 clubroom stage; 7:30-11:30 p.m. For additional information contact Slovenian Hall in Herminie, Pa.; 2-6 p.m. p.m. For details contact the Lodge at the Lodge at (724) 695-1411 or snpj106@ Music by the Joe Grkman Orchestra. Have something for (724) 695-1411 or [email protected]. gmail.com. For more information contact MaryAnn Up-and-Coming? • OCT. 13...... Diva Night vendor show and spa- Bebar at (724) 668-7394. ghetti dinner in the Sunshine Room at • NOV. 4 ...... SASC Bar Olympics at Sygan, Pa., Lodge 6. Registration starts at 1 p.m. for • DEC. 10...... Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 youth Lodge/Organization Sygan, Pa., Lodge 6; 7-10 p.m. Dinner Christmas party in the Imperial Room; tickets priced at $5 each. For more two games of no-tap bowling, a best-of- 1-3 p.m. For additional information information phone (412) 221-9862. three dart tournament, and a bean bag toss competition. Sign up in advance contact the Lodge at (724) 695-1411 or Type of Event • OCT. 21-22..... SNPJ Fall Classic Bowling Tourna- at the club. Phone (412) 221-9862 for [email protected]. ment hosted by Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106. additional information. Bowling at Paradise Island Bowl with • DEC. 16...... Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 adult Saturday night entertainment by Polka • NOV. 4 ...... Comedy night at Imperial, Pa., Christmas party at Lodge 106; 4 p.m. For Site Classics in the Lodge 106 clubroom. For Lodge 106, sponsored by the Western more information contact the Lodge at details contact Fraternal Director Kevin Pa. Federation of SNPJ Lodges; 6 p.m. (724) 695-1411 or [email protected]. Richards at 1-800-843-7675 ext. 144 or Tickets are $15 and can be purchased e-mail [email protected]. at Lodge 106, or by calling Don at (724) • DEC. 31...... Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 New Year’s If a concert or dance, who is Eve party in the Lodge 106 clubroom. • OCT. 22...... Westmoreland County (Pa.) Federa- 747-6429 or Chris at (724) 601-4164. performing? Advance tickets are $15 and can be tion Fall Festival Dance at the Yukon purchased in the clubroom. For details Slovenian Hall, Yukon, Pa.; 2-6 p.m. • NOV. 10...... Sygan, Pa., Lodge 6 and the Sygan contact the Lodge at (724) 695-1411 or Music by the Don Wojtila Band. For more Sportsmen’s Club annual Turkey Dance; [email protected]. Date information contact MaryAnn Bebar at 6 p.m. Tickets are $1 in advance, $5 at (724) 668-7394. the door. Music for dancing by the Karl Time Lukitsch Band 7-11 p.m. • OCT. 22...... Herminie, Pa., Lodge 87 Harvest Who to contact Dance in the Crystal Ballroom; 2-6 p.m. • NOV. 18...... Spartans Lodge 576 annual bus trip 2018 Music by Mikey Dee. Admission includes to Presque Isle Casino and Grand River salad bar, dinner and dessert table. • MAY 5-6...... SNPJ National Bowling Tournament Cellars Winery. Contact Lou Novak at at the SNPJ Recreation Center, Borough Advance tickets only. For details contact (440) 461-6476 for more information and Phone ( ) Shirley Bailley at (724) 864-1606. of SNPJ, Pa. For details contact Fraternal to reserve your seat. Director Kevin Richards at 1-800-843- • OCT. 27...... Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 adult 7675 ext. 144 or [email protected]. Complete and return to: Halloween party in the Lodge 106 club- • DEC. 1 ...... Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 hosts The PROSVETA room. Costume prizes will be awarded GRID Band in the Lodge 106 clubroom; • MAY 27...... Brew & Bean Festival at the SNPJ 247 W. Allegheny Road and kitchen will be open. For additional 7:30-11:30 p.m. Kitchen will be open. Recreation Center, Borough of SNPJ, Imperial, PA 15126-9774 e-mail: [email protected] information contact the Lodge at (724) For details contact the Lodge at (724) Pa. For details contact the Recreation 695-1411 or [email protected]. 695-1411 or [email protected]. Center toll-free at 1-877-767-5732. www.snpj.org • [email protected] PROSVETA October 2, 2017 3

Slovenians, including late Alpine climber Slovenia will be electing Tomaž Humar, skier Tina Maze and a new president Oct. 22 from the extreme cyclist Marko Baloh. source Slovenia is mentioned an additional DENISE HERRON Ljubljana (STA) — In mid-August, SNPJ Marketing Department three times in the book, with all three Speaker of the Slovenian Parliament records being related to the crossing of Milan Brglez set the date of this year’s opening. the country, including one by a Finn who presidential election for Oct. 22. The The government declared the area a holds the record for the longest journey five-year term of incumbent President natural reserve this May and expanded made on a folding bicycle in a 24-hour Always be aware Borut Pahor expires Dec. 22. it with additional contents to ensure the period. The record for the most countries As Speaker Brglez explained, Oct. 22 preservation of this fragile ecosystem. eptember was Life Insurance Awareness month visited by a bicycle in two hours (held was the earliest possible date to hold the The lagoons were repaired to improve once again, and the insurance industry did its best by two British citizens) includes the election because it was then that proce- the living conditions for birds, while to bring awareness to the importance of having life crossing of Slovenia, while a record- dures related to the Sept. 24 referendum additional nesting areas were created. insurance.S Professional race car driver Danica Patrick breaking number of refugees crossed on a rail upgrade project end. Brglez also Park visitors will be able to follow a Slovenia during the European migrant returned as the spokesperson, telling her story as to why stressed that all presidential candidates 1.5-kilometer (approximately one mile) crisis of 2015-16. life insurance has been important in her life. must announce their candidacies at least educational trail that includes bird ob- I don’t know about you, but what really hits home with me 25 days prior to the election. servation points and information panels. is the natural disasters that are happening all around the Asked whether he would run for “A stable has also been erected for cattle world lately. In the face of all that power and destruction, the presidency, as speculated by some and water buffalo feeding in the area to a person feels small and life feels extremely fragile. Even Slovenian media, Brglez replied in the maintain the ecosystem,” Denac said. Ice Age animal bones if you have time to prepare, when the storm finally hits, negative. However, Brglez believes By the end of 2016, a total of 266 bird discovered in Karst cave you are at its mercy and have very little control over what Slovenia needs a president who is bold, species were recorded in the wider area of happens next. If that’s not enough to make you aware of ethical, honest, fair and open. the Ormož Lagoons, which is 69 percent Sežana (STA) — A group of speleolo- the need for life insurance, I don’t know what is. “Slovenia needs someone who will of all species ever spotted in Slovenia. gists exploring a Karst cave near Sežana Of course, after a disaster people are immediately speak up whenever a clear stance is The most frequent visitors of the area (south­west Slovenia) has come across contacting their agents with questions and claims on needed on burning social issues and are Anatidae (ducks, geese and swans), an exciting archaeological find. While their home insurance and car insurance. They need help dilemmas. The president of the republic herons, and Charadriiformes (various expanding one of the cave’s shafts, they paying for the repairs or replacement of their homes and is the top moral and political authority species of shorebirds). “A total of 85 stumbled across animal bones which are vehicles. There’s no way they can handle those costs on in the country, so he must exercise his bird species nest here, many of which believed to be between 14,000 and 18,000 their own, and that has to be an overwhelming and down- authority by stating his opinion on all nest only here... The area is one of the years old, stemming from the Ice Age. right frightening feeling. developments in our country and soci- most important resting spots for migra- The leader of the group, Ludvik Husu But imagine if on top of all that destruction you were ety,” he said. tory waterbirds, and such concentrations from Sežana, told the press that they dug also faced with the death of a loved one. Suddenly, the He also expressed his hope that the of certain species as can be seen here out the bones about a hundred meters repairs to the house and the vehicle seem trivial, and the new president will be a wise ruler for the have not been recorded anywhere else (roughly 325 feet) from the cave’s en- only thing that matters is the loss of your loved one. Without benefit of all citizens, and indicated that in Slovenia,” Denac said. trance in mid-August.Huse said he had insurance – life insurance this time – it would be very hard the new president will be inaugurated found the various portions of animal to handle the costs and move forward. on Dec. 22. skeletons and teeth interesting, so he There are many of us who, thankfully, will never have Brglez held his news conference and Slovenia to co-host 2019 took some of them out of the cave to to deal with the emotional and financial costs of a natural election announcement at the National volleyball championships have them examined. He left the rest disaster, but unfortunately, most of us will, at some point Gallery, which some found unusual, but in the cave. Slovenia in our lives, deal with the loss of a loved one. The loss this was due to a renovation project at Krakow, Poland (STA) — In 1985, Husu found the remains of the National Assembly. has been selected to co-host the 2019 most certainly will be overwhelming and frightening, but an Ice Age wolverine in a cave on the Men’s European Volleyball Champion- if there is a payout from a life insurance policy, at least outskirts of the village of Orlek. ships, along with France, Belgium and there will be financial assistance. For anyone suffering a Boris Kavur, an archaeologist and the Netherlands. The tournament will life-changing loss, financial assistance can make all the professor at the University of Primorsko, mark the first time that the European said that preliminary findings have shown difference. Slovenia joining in championships will be played in four Life is fragile. If you have people in your life who you love, the bones to be from wild cattle – a bison different countries at the same time. and a robust species of horse.Based on then you need to have life insurance coverage on yourself. the VW Dieselgate suit The decision for Slovenia to serve this identification, the bones were dated It’s as simple as that. Contact your local SNPJ agent, Lodge Ljubljana (STA) — The Slove- as a tournament co-host was made by to the late Plesitocene period, the peak of secretary or the Marketing Department at nian Consumer Association announced the president of the European Volley- the Ice Age. That was the time when, due the Home Office for information and rates in mid-September that it would join ball Confederation (CEV), Aleksandar to the formation of continental ice, the on our life insurance products. a European-wide class action lawsuit Boricic, during a Sept. 1 congress held sea level dropped by about 120 meters • Thought for the Month — Guard your against German car maker Volkswagen in Krakow. (approximately 400 feet), which means fragile life carefully. over the Dieselgate scandal. The first time multiple countries that the Adriatic Sea ended at the line Og Mandino The association urged owners of ve- hosted the European Volleyball Cham- between Ancona, Italy, and Zadar, Croa- hicles affected by the scandal – of which pionships was 12 years ago, when Italy tia. What is today the northern Adriatic there are an estimated 45,000 in Slovenia and Serbia-Montenegro joined forces Sea was a salty steppe area at the time, – to join the suit since requires at least to host the 2005 EuroVolley. In 2011, where large herds of herbivores thrived. 1,000 registrations by the end of October. the championships were co-hosted by Although animal bones are often dis- Association President Breda Kutin said Austria and the Czech Republic. covered in caves, Husu thinks this find is SNPJ Loyalty Annuities vehicle owners did not assume any risk The 2019 championships are sched- extraordinary because on the one hand it by joining the suit; all they have to do is uled Sept. 13-29. Slovenia has already points to diversity of the animals living Your loyalty with SNPJ is now being rewarded! submit documents proving that they are announced that the Slovenian portion of in the Karst region at the time, and on the Contact the SNPJ Home Office at 1-800-843-7675 or were owners of the affected vehicles. the tournament will be played at Stožice other hand suggests that the landscape and open your new SNPJ Loyalty Annuity TODAY! Volkswagen has already settled with Arena in Ljubljana. The other three host was a steppe with sparse vegetation. car owners for $15 billion in the United countries will announce their tournament “This helps create a picture of what 3.5% Loyalty 8 Annuity 3.0% Loyalty 5 Annuity States; however, the legal framework in location by the end of the year. habits people had in that period. Given 3.5% first-year guarantee rate 3.0% first-year guarantee rate Europe is not conducive to such class This will be the third European cham- that herds of herbivores have seasonal 3.0% in years two through eight 2.75% in years two through five action lawsuits. This is why European pionship in major team sports to be played migration routes, it could be assumed 2.75% in year nine and after 2.75% in year six and after consumer organizations have joined in Slovenia: the handball championship that hunters systematically waited for 3.75% first-year Loyalty Rate 3.25% first-year Loyalty Rate forces under the auspices of their um- was played in Slovenia in 2004, followed for conversions for conversions them along these routes. This entailed brella union, the BEUC. Associations in by the basketball championship in 2013. planning, preparation and communica- * Rates are not guaranteed after the first year. Italy, Belgium, Spain and Portugal have tion between smaller communities,” * Guaranteed minimum interest rate of 2.0%. * No fees are attached to either Loyalty annuity. now been joined by those in Switzerland, Husu said. * The SNPJ Century 8 Annuity is earning 3.0%; the Century 5 Annuity is earning Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia. The animal remains will be studied 2.75%. Century series annuities issued prior to 2012 are earning 3.0% Legislation allowing class action law- fur0ther by teams at the Archaeology Slovene National Benefit Society suits in Slovenia is currently pending in 18 Slovenian feats make Institute of the Slovene Academy of 247 West Allegheny Road • Imperial, PA • 15126 parliament, but representatives from the the new Guinness book Sciences and Arts. 1-800-843-7675 • www.snpj.org Slovenian Consumer Association said Volkswagen owners could not wait for Ljubljana (STA) — The 2018 edi- approval since they risked missing the tion of the Guinness World Records book, registration deadline. which was launched worldwide on Sept. 7, features two new achievements made A smelly, indigenous lily by Slovenians that join 16 records which saved from extinction are included in the annual publication. The two new Slovenian record hold- Ljubljana/Debeli rtic (STA) Ormož Lagoons reserve ers are Rok Purvar, who covered the — An indigenous Slovenian plant, be- opening to the public longest distance with a paddle board in lieved to have been extinct until it was the stand-up position in 24 hours on a rediscovered in 2010, was replanted from Ormož (STA) — The Ormož Lagoons, flat water surface, and Maks Veselko of a landfill to a park in Ankaran (southwest 55-hectare (136-acre) wetlands border- the Dunking Devils acrobatic group with Slovenia), where it is expected to flower ing Ormož Lake, were recently declared a the highest dunk – a front somersault again in June 2018. natural reserve. After some maintenance assisted by trampoline. The plant, known by many names, work, the lagoons, an important shelter Purvar achieved his feat by circling but most commonly as the dragon lily, for many rare migratory waterbirds, around Velenje Lake and covering a total is famous not only for its elegant ap- opened to the public on Sept. 8. of 165.23 kilometers (102.67 miles), pearance, but also for its smell of rotten The Ormož Lagoons were created dur- along with the Guinness World Records meat which attracts flies as pollinators. ing the construction of the Ormož sugar stipulation that required him to record The plant was rediscovered in 2010 factory. Large portions of the flooded the entire achievement on video. Purvar by a botanist at a landfill on the side of forest near Ormož Lake were cut and beat the previous world record by five a road in Ankaran. As part of a project pools for waste water were dug, which kilometers (3.10 miles). to save the species from extinction, led soon attracted waterbirds. Acrobat Veselko cleared a 3.55-meter by the Nature Conservation Institute, it In the 1980s, some extremely rare (11.65-foot) bar to dunk a basketball was replanted in late August to an area species were spotted there, even some after completing a front somersault. He for endangered plants in a park near the birds that had never been seen in Slovenia achieved his feat in December 2016 in Debeli Rtic youth seaside resort. before. “This area is of extreme national Cyprus as part of the National League The replanting was carried out after and international importance,” the head All-Stars Game. the dragon lily’s petals and leaves had of the Bird Watching Association As Veselko said at the presentation, withered away, while its underground (DOPPS), Damijan Denac, told the press. “[Completing the dunk] was a relief bulbs were still healthy enough to sustain When the sugar plant was closed in because I made it on the first try.” He the plant, representative of the Nature 2006, DOPPS started cooperating with added that the idea had been floated Conservation Institute indicated. This, the plant’s management to preserve the within the Dunking Devils group a long along with favorable weather conditions, wetlands and set up a nature reserve. “The time ago, but had always been put aside. will help the plant flourish. Ormož Lagoons are an extraordinary The team finally decided to make the The dragon lily, characterized by its example of a decades-long cooperation attempt at the suggestion of the Cyprus large purple leaves, can grow up to a between industry and an environmental Basketball Federation. three feet high. The plant is most com- organization. They are a nice example The 2018 Slovenian edition of the monly found in Greece, Italy, Spain and of how natural and cultural heritage can Guinness World Records book features North Africa. be protected,” former CEO of the Ormož 16 records that had been achieved The articles comprising this feature have been sugar factory, Jurij Dogda, wrote for a earlier. With their new records, Purvar reprinted with permission from the Slovenian booklet that accompanied the park’s and Veselko have joined other famous Press Agency (STA). PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 4 October 2, 2017 Many thanks for the 2017 Young Adult, Miss SNPJ Pageant donations by KEVIN RICHARDS received: “Thanks to you and to the SNPJ Lodge 158, Lodge 223, Lodge 449, $300 donation - Westmoreland Co. SNPJ Fraternal Director “On behalf of myself and my fellow Young Adult Conference for the Lodge 559, Lodge 564, Lodge 604, Federation of SNPJ Lodges; $250 IMPERIAL, Pa. — More than 250 patients at the Mario Lemieux Blood special surprise and the useful items Lodge 715, Lodge 721, Lodge 723, donation - Lodge 6; $100 donations chemo care bags were assembled on Cancer Center at the Henry Hill- in that bag. I will enjoy them and I Lodge 729, Western Pa. Federation - Lodge 106, Lodge 223, Lodge 257, June 24 by the delegates to the 2017 man Cancer Center, I’d like to thank know my fellow cancer patients will of SNPJ Lodges, Kristen Cushman Lodge 604, Lodge 715, Lodge 723 Young Adult Conference. Many the SNPJ Young Adult Conference also. It’s folks like you who help us and her co-workers at Via Oncology, and Lodge 776; $70 donation - 2017 thanks to Darcy Bible (6) and Kristen for their efforts in packing the gift to get through a very difficult time in Joe and Kim Evanish, Karen and Ken Young Adult Conference delegates; Cushman (138) for delivering these bags which were presented to us on our lives, and I am most grateful for Pintar, Bob and Jan Lawrence, Jen- $50 donations - Lodge 53, Lodge bags to the UPMC Hillman Cancer Wednesday, July 12. It was indeed a your generosity.” nifer Provenza, Dale Shirey, David 142, Lodge 782, Linda Gorjup, and Center in Pittsburgh, where they very pleasant surprise and the contents “Thank you so much for the and Kathleen Skrajner, and Donna the Gradisek family; $30 donation - were distributed to cancer patients of the gift showed forethought on your ‘goodie bag.’ It made my day at the Scahill. Linda Fetcko; $25 donations - Lodge undergoing chemotherapy throughout part. Each of us will find these items Hillman Cancer Center. It was so I would also like to extend a 8, Lodge 107, Joe and Kim Evanish, Western Pennsylvania. useful. Thank you for providing a nice to see that young adults are thank you on behalf of the 2017 Karen and Ken Pintar, Bob and Jan A note to the 2017 Young Adult bright spot in our day.” dedicated to their ethnic background Miss SNPJ Pageant to everyone who Lawrence, Mr. Robert Arko, and Conference delegates – your efforts “I am a patient at the Lemieux and keeping it alive for future gen- made a donation to the Miss SNPJ the Skrajner family; $20 donations did not go unnoticed. I have received Center for Blood Cancers at UPMC erations.” Pageant Booster Fund. There are - Edward Snyder, Bernice Polanski, several thank you notes and e-mails Hillman Cancer Center. I was receiv- The 2017 SNPJ Young Adult many aspects that go into making Agnes Bostjancic (in memory of from patients who received your bags, ing treatment on Friday morning when Conference proudly thanks all those the Miss SNPJ Pageant weekend a Mary Vehar), and John and Carole expressing their sincere appreciation a nice young man presented me with who made donations to the chemo complete success and a memorable Pankas (in memory of Mary Vehar); for your thoughtfulness during this a gift bag filled with treats. What a care bag project: the SNPJ National experience for the contestants. This $10 donations - Tracie Poness (in difficult time in their lives. The fol- wonderful surprise and quite a ‘pick Board, Lodge 6, Lodge 31, Lodge 33, wouldn’t be possible without, in part, memory of Mary Vehar) and Joan lowing are some of the comments I me up.’” Lodge 106, Lodge 142, Lodge 153, the following generous donations: Dezack (in memory of Mary Vehar). Rec Center preparing for a spook-tacular Halloween by SUE ZARELLA (277) for the children’s Halloween the SNPJ Trailer Court, where 767-5732. Be sure to make SNPJ Recreation Center party. treats will be given out by our a reservation so that a treat BOROUGH OF SNPJ, Pa. Children ages 1-12 are wel- friendly residents. Be sure to bag can be prepared for your — It’s time for all the little come for a free lunch served at bring a bag so your child can child. The deadline to register ghosts and goblins in SNPJ- noon in the barn. Adults may collect all of their treats. Our is Oct. 8. land to dress up and join us purchase lunch for $5. After favorite, the bubble machine, We can’t wait to see all of here at the SNPJ Recreation the parade of costumes, a will also be running this year! our little pumpkins this year. Center on Sunday, Oct. 15, hayride for all the little ghosts To reserve your spot, It’s going to be a “spook- beginning at noon in the barn and goblins will travel through please phone us at 1-877- tacular” time! Lodge 786 making plans for the holiday season by JEAN KOCI up for the Vinska Trgatev hosted by the who team up with member parents or Lodge 786 Secretary/Treasurer California Federation on Nov. 5. Chair- grandparents. There will be no fee for ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. — More man Fred Mlakar gave a good preview of youth bowling or for their dinner afterward than 20 members and guests attended the what is needed and what the event will at Ca l i for n ia P i zza K it chen, just a c ross t he Lodge 786 meeting Sept. 10 at the home consist of. He also brought us up-to-date street from Saddleback Lanes in Mission of Ken and Teresa Koci in Laguna Niguel, on Society business and the status of the Viejo, Calif. More details will follow as Calif. The hosts greeted everyone warmly SNPJ Recreation Center. reservations are made, but we hope you and the meeting started pretty much on Since Fred had spent several weeks in plan to come and enjoy this special outing, time, even with all of the appetizers and Slovenia and the surrounding areas, he SNPJ member or not! “hellos.” It’s always a good time when we also entertained us with photos and stories Also, please mark your calendar for get together. of some of his experiences. Thanks, Fred. the Lodge 786 Christmas party, planned We kicked off our October charity pro- Everyone enjoyed your presentation. We Sunday, Dec. 3, in Laguna Woods, Calif. ject with some nice donations to Vocational also enjoyed the pasta dinner prepared Invitations will be sent, but I want to make Visions, then reported on our young adult by Teresa and the extra dishes brought by sure you keep the date open for this special scholarship recipients. It was also nice to members and friends. annual meeting and party. report that almost all of the leftover wine Everyone is invited to take part in an If you have any questions about these from our June wine tasting event had been afternoon of social bowling on Nov. 24, events or any other subjects, please contact sold, making the outcome better than we the day after Thanksgiving. We’ll combine me by e-mailing [email protected] or phon- had previously reported. this event with the Family Twosome Bowl- ing (949) 495-0097. Delavec Lodge 8 members enjoyed two August events We had a number of volunteers sign ing Tournament for our youth members Until next time, na svidenje! at the Slovene Catholic Center in Lemont, Ill.: a summer picnic [top], and the Chicago District Federation dinner dance [above]. Slavija Lodge 1 will elect officers in December August activities a hit by MICHELLE HRIBAR-HERNANDEZ any youth member who is un- Lodge 1 President able to attend the Federation CHICAGO — As summer Christmas party on Saturday, with Lodge 8 members came to a close, members of Dec. 2, in Lemont will receive Slavija Lodge 1 reflected on $5 from the Lodge treasury. by DOLORES NOVOTNY turned to the Slovene Catho- their memorable visit with Our annual Lodge meeting Lodge 8 Secretary lic Center on Aug. 20 for a Miss SNPJ 2018 Lauren Se- will be held Sunday, Dec. 3, CHICAGO — On Aug. 13, dinner dance hosted by the busch (576), who attended at Czech Plaza beginning at Lodge 8 officers and mem- Chicago District Federation the Aug. 20 Chicago District 11 a.m., at which time we will bers attended a picnic at the of SNPJ Lodges. It was a Federation dinner dance in elect our 2018 Lodge officers. Slovene Catholic Center in pleasure to have Miss SNPJ L emont , I l l. We enjoye d l ist en- All Lodge 1 members are Lemont, Ill. The menu in- 2018 Lauren Sebusch (576) ing to Slovenian songs sung by welcome to attend. cluded pork, lamb, chicken, in attendance, along with Cecilia Dolgan (576), who was On behalf Slavija Lodge 1, čevapčiči, hot dogs, baked Cecilia Dolgan (576), who accompanied by accordionist we extend our sincerest condo- goods and more. Many games entertained with her beauti- Vince Rigler (449). lences to the family and friends were played and enjoyed by ful singing of Slovenian and Lodge 1 held its third regu- of Bro. Walter Mihelich and the children, and music was American songs. A delicious lar meeting of the year on Sept. Sis. Justina Mihelich. provided for everyone’s lis- variety of food was served, 6 at Czech Plaza in Berwyn, We wish everyone a bounti- Slavija Lodge 1 members enjoyed a visit with Miss SNPJ 2018 tening or dancing pleasure. and everyone in attendance Ill. The Lodge decided that ful fall. LAUREN SEBUSCH during the Chicago Federation dinner. Lodge 8 members re- had a great time.

PROSVETA Crossword Football (#1017) by StatePoint Media ACROSS 52. Any ship 22. Baglike structure 1. Nancy Drew’s quest, pl. 53. Go to and fro 24. Manufacturing plant 6. Pilot’s estimate 55. Swear words 25. *Indiana’s team 9. Mummy’s home 57. *Not passing or kicking 26. Movie “_____ Last Night” 13. Caterpillar precursor 61. *Final football destination 27. Transported 14. *Former Jets and 65. Intestinal obstruction 29. *Forward ____ Bills head coach 66. Lawyer group 31. Iridescent gem 15. Sri Lankan language 68. Cherished 32. Chesterfields, e.g. 16. Modern letter 69. Beside, archaic 33. PayPal money 17. *“Gimme ______!”, 70. Port vessel 34. *Field goal value start of an Iowa State cheer 71. Accustom 36. Observer 18. Kind of acid 72. Young fellows 38. Narc’s unit 19. *Super Bowl LI competitor 73. Follow ems 42. Pine product 21. One practicing self denial 74. *Wake Forest ____ Deacons 45. Fight the power 23. Delivery from Santa 49. Movie “My ____ Private Idaho” 24. Criticism DOWN 51. Like a rotten egg 25. Robert De Niro’s 1976 ride 1. Staff leader 54. Tequila source 28. Vintners’ valley 2. Tibetan teacher 56. UV light absorber 30. Skeleton’s place 3. Europe/Asia mountain divide 57. Iranian money 35. Double-reed instrument 4. Put out on a curb 58. Arm part 37. Deficiency 5. Wild West hangout 59. Not want © StatePoint Media 39. Period in history 6. Time periods 60. Women in habits 40. Type of parrot 7. *Yards needed for first down 61. Chows down 41. Up and about 8. Relating to axis 62. Female gamete 43. Way, way off 9. Like a broken horse 63. Infamous Roman tyrant 44. Radio receiver 10. Fail to mention 64. “I dream of Jeannie” star 46. Bottom of a boot 11. Short skirt 67. Say no 47. Cut with a beam 12. Country alliance 48. Three-dimensional sound 15. *Stop a player The solution to puzzle #1017 will 50. Parks on a bus 20. African antelope run in the Nov. 1 issue. www.snpj.org • [email protected] PROSVETA October 2, 2017 5 Imperial Lodge 106 boasts a full schedule through the autumn months by KEVIN RICHARDS p.m. T h is cou nt r y ba nd ha s p er for me d Another “Seems Like Old Times” Friday, Oct. 27. Come in costume for 18 or older to attend. A buffet will Lodge 106 previously in the Imperial Room, and dance has been scheduled in the Impe- some great prizes! Our children’s Hal- be offered for $10, and there will be IMPERIAL, Pa. — Greetings from we’re happy to welcome them back to rial Room for Sunday, Oct. 22, from loween party will take place Sunday, a cash bar. There will also be a 50/50 Lodge 106 in Imperial. We continue Lodge 106. Our kitchen will be open. 7 to 10 p.m. Our kitchen will open Oct. 29, in the Imperial Room from drawing and a Chinese auction. to play bar bingo on the first and third Lodge 106 is once again hosting at 6 p.m. and offer a bountiful buf- 1 to 3 p.m. The doors will open at 6 p.m. Thursdays of the month. Special early the SNPJ Fall Classic Bowling Tour- fet for only $10. Admission is $8 at A night of comedy is coming to and the comedy show will start at 7. bird games start at 6:30 p.m. with the nament Oct. 21-22. Bowling will take the door. Enjoy the Wally Merriman the Imperial Room at Lodge 106 on Tickets can be purchased in the Lodge first regular game starting at 7. Our pla c e at Pa r a d ise L a nes wit h a l l so cia l Group for this ballroom-style dance as Saturday, Nov. 4. This comedy show, 106 clubroom during regular business kitchen will be open during bar bingo. activities taking place at Lodge 106. we celebrate the music of America’s sp onsore d by t he West er n Pa . Fe der a- hours, or by contacting Federation On Saturday, Oct. 7, we’ll welcome The Polka Classics will be performing greatest generation! tion of SNPJ Lodges, will feature two President Don Progar at (724) 747- Southern Comfort Experience to the in the clubroom Saturday evening, The Lodge 106 adult Halloween acts plus a humorous host. Tickets for 6429 or Secretary Chris Petukauskas clubroom stage from 7:30 to 11:30 Oct. 21, from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. party will be held in the clubroom on the show are $15; all guests must be at (724) 601-4164. best wishes to our Lodge 581 members share some local summer fun Outlived Members by JERRY TROHA pla c e a s a lo ca l cat erer prepa re d by the North Central Penn- net. For more information Lodge 581 Secretary roast beef, baked chicken, sylvania Polka Boosters, call on SNPJ Lodge 581, contact ST. MARYS, Pa. — SNPJ potatoes, vegetables and salad Pat Moore at (814) 837-9218 Jerry Troha at (814) 781-6978 Lodge 581 and the North for the main meal. Dessert or e-mail moorski@verizon. or [email protected]. LA native Central Pennsylvania Polka was a big hit after dinner with Boosters co-sponsored their a variety of homemade good- annual summer picnic at the ies furnished and enjoyed by a skilled Johnsonburg Fire Hall. attendees. Table snacks were T he a f t er no on’s music sp ot- served throughout the day light was on band leader Rob and local beverages were on seamstress DeBlander and the Polka Clas- hand for the thirsty, including sics, who played Cleveland- St. Marys favorite local brew, style Slovenian tunes and clas- Straub beer. and cook sics from the 1960s and 1970s. During the day, a 50/50 The boys provided excellent drawing was held and door ORANGE COUNTY, entertainment throughout prizes were awarded, includ- Calif. — Lodge 786 mem- the day, and Rob organized ing a one-year Polka Boosters bers Sis. Helen Hastings a mid-afternoon jam session membership, polka CDs and has outlived her SNPJ life Sis. HELEN HASTINGS (786) for the local musicians. This local wines. The picnic was insurance policy. was an enjoyable event for all a fun-filled day for everyone. Sis. Helen Kolar Hastings was born in Los Angeles on participants. For additional information The members of St. Marys Lodge 581 and the North Central May 25, 1921, to John and Helen Kolar. Helen’s parents The kitchen was a busy on scheduled events sponsored Pennsylvania Polka Boosters enjoyed their summer picnic. were born in Austria and spoke German. Later, when that area became Yugoslavia, they spoke that language as well. Sis. Hasting’s father came to the U.S. first, working in the mines in Wyoming. Helen’s mother and two siblings, Polka Hall of Fame hosting a Harvest Party Oct. 6 John and Mary, followed five years later. Brothers Jacob by JOE VALENCIC (5) waltzes featuring two popu- gift baskets. Center is located on Lake Shore “Jack” and George were born in the U.S., as was Helen, Cleveland Polka Hall of Fame lar bands, the Frank Stanger Thrill to a world premiere as Blvd. at Route 91-Som Center and the family resided in Pasadena, Calif. CLEVELAND — When the Orchestra and Klancnik & the Polka Hall of Fame presents Road. Get an advance ticket for Helen attended Roosevelt High School in Los Angeles, autumn leaves start to turn, Friends, plus a surprise polka a new, limited-edition CD of $10 through the Polka Hall of then worked at Spool Cotton Company for three years. it’s time to take a turn on the CD premiere. classic tunes by a Cleveland- Fame, 605 East 222nd St., Eu- She met her husband, Jack Hastings, a UCLA graduate, in dance floor at the National Come for dinner and stay for style polka legend. clid, next to Euclid City Hall, 1942 at Balboa, and they married on Nov. 18, 1942. Helen Cleveland-Style Polka Hall the dance, from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Both Frank Stanger and on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, worked at Lockheed Aircraft while Jack served in the U.S. of Fame Harvest Polka Party, Enjoy hearty fall fare, such as Eddie Klancnik have been Fridays and Saturdays from Navy during World War II. scheduled Friday, Oct. 6, at the schnitzel dinners, sausage and honored as Band of the Year, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission The Hastings were members of the Austrian American Croatian Lodge Party Center in many ethnic treats catered by as voted by Polka Hall of Fame is $12 at the door; guests 18 Club and Los Fiestadores Dance Club. They traveled to Eastlake, Ohio. The Harvest Dubrovnik Gardens. Try your members. They’ll deliver a and under are admitted free of numerous locations around the U.S., including the Hawaiian Polka Party promises to be an luck at the Slovenian draw- repertoire of hot polkas sure to charge. For more information, Islands, as well as Canada, Mexico and Western Europe. elegant evening of the finest ings: you may go home with melt the frost off any pumpkin. call (216) 261-FAME or e-mail Helen also served as supervisor on her local election board Cleveland-style polkas and one or more of 30 sumptuous The Croatian Lodge Party [email protected]. for many years in Los Angeles and Orange County. Sis. Hastings has three sons, Tom, Ron and Dick, all of whom followed in their father’s footsteps in education and retired from teaching. She also has six grandchildren and Make the Zarja concert part of your fall routine nine great-grandchildren. With art as her main hobby, Helen has painted many by KATHERINE MATAS (614) back to the same old, same old. favorite Slovenian composers. or the Cleveland-Style Polka pictures that hang on her walls as well as in the homes Zarja Slovenian Singing Society Along with those familiar Join us at 3 p.m. for the Hall of Fame. of her kin and many friends. As an excellent seamstress, CLEVELAND — As October routines, Zarja has found its program; doors will open at Stick around after the show she has worked with her cousin Gussie to design and sew begins, it’s hard to believe way back to rehearsals for 2:30. Tickets are available for and dance to Patty C & The costumes for celebrities who performed on stage. summer has come and gone their 2017 fall concert, taking $12 in advance, or they can Guys, or enjoy some of the Helen’s gardening skills have given much care to her so quickly and that snow will place Nov. 5 at the Slovenian be purchased at the door. For sandwiches and beverages that flowers, plants and fruit trees. She was also an excellent soon be on its way! Children Society Home, 20713 Recher tickets or more information, will be available. It’s bound cook, and prepared meals for all of the holidays and family are back to school, classes are Ave. Zarja is busy preparing contact Barbara at (440) 257- to be an afternoon of fun for functions. Her delicious homemade pies and cakes were back in session and routines are an array of songs from all your 2540, Karen at (216) 481-1379, everyone! famous among family and friends alike. On behalf of the members of Lodge 786 and the Slovene National Benefit Society, we extend best wishes to Sis. Hastings for continued health and happiness. Glasbena Matica performance “A Family Affair” by JOE VALENCIC (5) 15517 Holmes Ave. in Cleveland’s Cleveland Polka Hall of Fame Collinwood neighborhood. Join the CLEVELAND — It’s “A Family pre-show mingle at 2 p.m. with food Affair” as the Glasbena Matica Slo- and refreshments. Curtain time is Official Proceedings venian Singing Society invites you 3 p.m. After the show, stay for the Minutes of the Executive Committee Meeting to a concert and dance Sunday, Oct. social featuring Patty C & The Guys Aug. 9, 2017 22. You’ll enjoy Slovenian, classical for dancing. The meeting was called to order at 2 p.m. by President Evanish and American melodies about family Admission to the annual concert with Sis. Pintar and Bro. Lawrence in attendance. life, marriage, mothers and fathers, and dance is $15 per person; those The minutes from the July 17, 2017, meeting were read and performed by Cleveland’s legendary 12 and under are free. Tickets are approved. Slovenian chorus. Selections range available from chorus members from folk songs and opera to Avsenik and the Polka Hall of Fame, 605 Reviewed, discussed and approved the proposed well site plan and Slak favorites, plus Broadway East 222nd St. in Euclid, Ohio. For for the SNPJ Recreation Center. and Cleveland-style polkas. more information, contact Lori at The Glasbena Matica Slovenian Singing Society Reviewed the items that will be discussed when we meet with This year, the chorus is per- the Polka Hall of Fame by calling will perform in concert at St. Mary’s Auditorium in Society actuary Joe Steimla and SNPJ Sales Director David Ely forming at St. Mary’s Auditorium, (216) 261-3263. Cleveland on Oct. 22. next week. Reviewed the rates for the Single Premium plan and the Security Whole Life plan. Discussed plans for the change of CSO tables and the timing of implementation. Discussed the PolicyView system and the cost of upgrading. U.S. Postal Service Approved attendance at the American Fraternal Alliance annual Statement of Ownership, Management and Circulation meeting in September. Discussed Senior Week and reported that a group of first-timers 1. Title of publication: PROSVETA 15. Extent and nature of circulation: 2. Publication number: 1080-0263 Actual no. copies of will be attending from the Recreation Center Trailer Court. [Issue date for circulation data: Sept. 1, 2017] Avg. no. copies single issue nearest 3. Date of filing: Sept. 25, 2017 preceding 12 months to filing date Approved a donation of $100 for the Pennsylvania Fraternal 4. Frequency of issue: Monthly a. Total Number of Copies (net press run) 14,449 14,300 Alliance scholarship program. 5. No. of issues Published Annually: 12 b. Paid Circulation (by mail and outside the mail) 6. Annual subscription price: $8 (1) Mailed Outside-County paid subscriptions Approved a donation of $100 for the Tamburitzans golf outing. 7. Complete mailing address of known office of publisher: stated on PS Form 3541 14,199 14,059 247 W. Allegheny Rd., Imperial, PA 15126-9774 (2) Mailed In-County paid subscriptions The meeting was adjourned at 3:50 p.m. 8. Complete mailing address of headquarters or general business offices of publisher: stated on PS Form 3541 0 0 247 W. Allegheny Rd., Imperial, PA 15126-9774 (3) Paid distribution outside the mail 0 0 JOSEPH C. EVANISH KAREN A. PINTAR 9. Full names and complete mailing address of publishers, editor and managing editor: (4) Paid distribution by other classes of mail National President/CEO National Secretary/COO Publisher: Slovene National Benefit Society by the USPS 0 0 Editor: Jay Sedmak c. Total paid distribution Managing Editor: Joseph C. Evanish, National President SNPJ (Sum of 15b (1), (2), (3) and (4)) 14,199 14,059 247 W. Allegheny Rd., Imperial, PA 15126-9774 d. Free or Nominal Rate Distribution by mail and outside the mail The SNPJ Farm 10. Owner: (If owned by a corporation, its name and mailing address must be stated (1) Free or Nominal Rate Outside-County and also immediately thereunder the names and addresses of stockholders copies included in PS Form 3541 0 0 owning 1 percent or more of total amount of stock. If not owned by a corporation, (2) Free or Nominal Rate In-County 2017 Dance Schedule the names and addresses of the individual owners must be given. If owned copies included in PS Form 3541 0 0 SNPJ Farm, 10946 Heath Road, Kirtland, Ohio by a partnership or other unincorporated firm, its name and address, as well (3) Free or Nominal Rate copies mailed at other as that of each individual, must be given. If the publication is published by a classes through the USPS (e.g. First-Class mail) 0 0 off Chardon Road (Route 6), three miles east of Route 306 non-profit organization, its name and address must be stated.) (4) Free or Nominal Rate distribution outside the mail 0 0 For information phone (440) 256-3423 or (440) 461-6476 Slovene National Benefit Society e. Total Free or Nominal Rate Distribution 247 W. Allegheny Rd., Imperial, PA 15126-9774 (Sum of 15d (1), (2), (3) and (4)) 0 0 11. Known bondholders, mortgages and other security holders owning or holding f. Total Distribution (Sum of 15c and 15e) 14,199 14,059 1 percent or more of total amount of bonds, mortgages or other securities (if Oct. 22 Pancake & Sausage Polka Brunch 10 to 1 g. Copies not Distributed 250 241 there are are none, so state): NONE h. Total (Sum of 15f and g) 14,449 14,300 Kathy Hlad 12. Tax Status (for completion by non-profit organizations authorized to mail at i. Percent Paid (15c divided by 15f times 100) 100% 100% special rates): The purpose, function and non-profit status of this organization and the exempt status for Federal income tax purposes 17. I certify that all information furnished on this form is true and complete. Rent the SNPJ Farm for your special functions! For  Has not changed during the preceding 12 months additional information phone (440) 256-3423 or (440) Has changed during the preceding 12 months JAY SEDMAK 461-6476. (Publishers must submit explanation of change with this statement) Editor, SNPJ Publications PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 6 October 2, 2017 SNPJ fraternal sympathies Bro. Albert V. Peterson modern art, Alaskan totem and lives of his grandchildren, of Lodge 617 and the Slovene marrying Mike Tony on Jan. poles and garden gnomes. He Michael (Stacey), Jason (Kim- National Benefit Society, we 23, 1960. He preceded her in • Lodge 158 • was a proud U.S. Army World berly), Kimberly (Anthony) extend our sympathies to Bro. death on April 13, 1996. EUCLID, Ohio — The Pe- War II veteran. Carlini, Mark Jenkins, David Strnisha’s family, relatives and A 68-year SNPJ member, terson family and members of As the proprietor of A.V. Jenkins, Matthew (Deborah) friends on their loss. Lillian was also a member Lodge 158 sadly announce the Peterson Painting Company for Bommer, Adam Bommer, of the former St. Michaels June 28, 2017, passing of Bro. over 70 years, Al provided for Emily and Aren. He delighted Antiochian Orthodox Church Albert V. “Al” Peterson, having his family. He was a man with in his great-grandchildren, Sis. Helen M. Harris in Monessen, Pa. She enjoyed achieved his goal of reaching a strong work ethic and can- Conor, Drew, Emma, Owen, the music of Frank Sinatra, • Lodge 89 • 100 years. do determination, sharing his Daniel, Charlotte, Giovanni, and attending plays and con- With four generations of wisdom with those who asked. Gabriella, Marco and William. MIDWAY, Pa. — The mem- certs with her son and main family and friends, Bro. Pe- In addition to his parents, Bro. Peterson’s character is bers of Lodge 89 sadly report caregiver, Paul Keith Tony of terson celebrated his May 2 Victor and Frances Peterca, a legacy to all who knew and the Aug. 17, 2017, passing of Bentleyville. centennial birthday in grand Bro. Peterson was preceded loved him. Sis. Helen M. Harris, 97, a resi- She is also survived by a son, style with a pig roast. in death by his dear wife of On behalf of the members dent of Washington Commons Michael Kevin (Cindy) Tony, Bro. FRANK J. MURIN (87) Al lived fully, traveling on 49 years, Vera (Cole); his only of Lodge 158 and the Slovene in Bridgeville, Pa., for the past and a grandson, Michael Tony. Mary, Fla. four continents, making cross brother, Ernest Peterca; his National Benefit Society, we eight years, formerly of Lange- She was preceded in death by Bro. Murin was born April country trips to visit fam- sister-in-law, Randi Borton; offer our condolences to Bro. loth, Pa. She was recognized as a sister, Shirley Urich, in 1999. 25, 1924, in Uniontown, Pa., ily and friends in California and a niece, Darlene Zaleski. Peterson’s family, relatives and an honorary (outlived) SNPJ A Trisagion service for the son of Martin and Frances and Arizona, friends in New He is survived by his eight friends on their loss. member in May 2016. Sis. Tony was held Aug. 25 at Murin. He served in the U.S. Mexico, and his special friend children, Michael (Shirley), Sis. Harris was born March Thompson-Marodi Funeral Army as a sergeant during Gerry Zieske in Washington. Karen (the late Hal) Lohse, 29, 1920, in Avella, Pa., a Home, Inc., Bentleyville, fol- World War II at Schofield Engaged and curious about Allen (Mary), Jerry, Leslie (the daughter of the late John and lowed by a funeral service on Barracks in Wahiawa Oahu, life, he enjoyed square dancing, late William) Jenkins, Robin Louisa Brecko Dolinar Mar- Aug. 26 at St. Spyridon Greek Hawaii, in the 25th Infantry appreciated Southwestern art, (Mike) Bommer, Sydney and tincheck. A graduate of Avella Orthodox Church, Monessen, Division, Tropic of Lightning. played pinochle, read the Wall Scott (Cindy). Bro. Peterson is High School, she was a member celebrated by Fr. Fred Pfeil. After the war, he returned to Street Journal and followed the also survived by nephews Ron- of Langeloth Community Pres- Interment followed in Monon- Pennsylvania and married his stock market. nie, Danny and Kevin. byterian Church, and an active gahela Cemetery. bride, Christina Obrovac, on In his later years, Bro. Pe- Al attended the activities member of the Burgettstown On behalf of the members May 27, 1950. They shared terson ran a backhoe, a cherry and graduations of, and was Area Senior Citizens Center. of Lodge 729 and the Slovene 58 years of marriage until her picker and a saw mill. He made so proud of the achievements She enjoyed quilting, sewing National Benefit Society, we death in 2008. and, most of all, spending time extend our sympathies to Sis. Frank worked for many with her loving family. Tony’s family, relatives and years as a federal mine inspec- She and her husband, Carl friends on their loss. “Kite” Harris, whom she mar- tor in Pennsylvania where he ried Dec. 24, 1946, were avid was a resident most of his life. SNPJ Crossword dancers and traveled across He was a parishioner of Saints HIGH SCHOOL (#0917) solution Bro. WILLIAM J. STRNISHA (617) the country each year to attend Cyril & Methodius Church in ballroom dances. He preceded Fairchance, Pa., and served Bro. William J. Strnisha her in death on March 8, 2004. as an usher. In addition to his SNPJ Lodge 87 membership, • Lodge 617 • Surviving are a son, Carl Harris Jr. of Burgettstown, he was a member of the Vet- LINCOLN HILL, Pa. — Pa.; two daughters, Donna erans of Foreign Wars Post 47 The Strnisha family and the (Nick) Brenlove of Upper St. in Uniontown, Pa., AMVETS members of Lodge 617 sadly Clair, Pa., and Christine (Ken) post 103 and Croatian Fraternal announce the July 27, 2017 Daring of Eagle River, Wis.; Union Lodge 72. passing of Bro. William Joseph a daughter-in-law, Andrea Bro. Murin was a graduate “Whiskey” Strnisha Sr., 90, of Harris of Washington, Pa.; of Georges Township High Washington, Pa. five grandchildren; two great- School, class of 1942. In 1992, Bro. Strnisha was born Aug. grandsons; and several nieces he helped organized his 50th 4, 1926, in Washington, a son and nephews. class reunion. In 2013, he of Martin and Sophia Bokal In addition to her parents Bro. JOSEPH L. REHO Sr. (355) moved to Lake Mary, Fla., Strnisha. a nd husba nd , she wa s pre c e de d fulfilling a lifelong dream of As a young man, William in death by a son, Michael Bro. Joseph L. Reho Sr. living in a warm and sunny cli- attended Lincoln Hill Grade mate. He lived independently Harris; two brothers, John and • Lodge 355 • School, and played soccer as a Luke Martincheck; and six at Spring Hills Lake Mary fullback for Lincoln Hill and sisters, Kate, Mary and Polly FAIRPORT HARBOR, Senior Community and served Mather. He worked with his Dolinar, and Emma, Tina and Ohio — The Reho family as president of their Resident brothers and sisters at his fa- Fran Martincheck. and the members of Lodge Council in 2014-2015 and in ther’s businesses, Clover Farm On behalf of the members 355 sadly report the Aug. 26, 2016-2017. Grocery Store and Lincoln Hill of Lodge 89 and the Slovene 2017, passing of Bro. Joseph Frank had many hobbies Tavern, a popular gathering National Benefit Society, we L. Reho Sr. at his residence in and interests. He and his wife place in the community for offer our condolences to Sis. Fairport Harbor. Christina were wonderful In Loving Memory coal miners and locals. Harris’ family, relatives and Bro. Reho was born April dancers and spent many week- On May 12, 1954, he mar- friends on their loss. 2, 1931, in Painesville, Ohio, ends attending polka dances, ried Mildred “Millie” Keron, the son of Michael and Eliza- concerts and events. He was who pa sse d away Feb. 11, 2 0 03. beth (Vayner) Reho. He was especially fond of button box Bro. Strnisha was employed a master carpenter for many accordion music and was an Bro. Joseph Kaposy with Tygart Valley and Brock- years at the former Diamond amateur accordion player. He way Glass Plant #7, Washing- • Lodge 89 • Alkali Company and the for- was an avid boater and fisher- ton, retiring in 1984 after 30 MIDWAY, Pa. — The mem- mer Uniroyal Chemical Plant, m a n a nd cont i nue d to fish wh i le years of service. Following bers of Lodge 89 sadly report both in Painesville Township. living in Florida. Frank also retirement, he was employed a second recent loss with the Joseph was a member of played golf and was a member with D&W Bus Company and Aug. 19, 2017, passing of Bro. St. Anthony of Padua Catho- of his church golf league. Sophie & Tony Kren Stonecrab Inn. Joseph Kaposy, 88, of Avella, lic Church, V.F.W. Post 7754, Bro. Murin was a fan of the For many years, Bro. Strni- Pa., in the Grove at Washing- American-Slovenian Club, Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates you are always in our hearts... sha served as treasurer for ton (Pa.). Hungarian Culture Club and and Penguins. He enjoyed SN PJ L o dge 617, a nd wa s p roud Bro. Kaposy was born in Hungarian Heritage Museum. working on his computer and to be a lifelong member of the Penowa, Pa., a son of the late He was a longtime member of live-streaming Pirates baseball Society. He looked forward to Anthony and Elizabeth Toth the SNPJ and served as Lodge games while in Florida. DEATHS REPORTED attending Slovenefest each year Kaposy. He retired from LTV 355 secretary for two decades Frank loved to travel and For the month of July 2017 to celebrate his heritage. In Steel Mill in Aliquippa, Pa., until 2001. Joseph attended enjoye d fi ne d i n i ng. H ig h l ig ht s addition to his SNPJ member- Lodge meetings regularly and of his trips were taking his DATE OF after 29 years of service. He LODGE NAME DEATH City-State ship, he was a member of Im- was a Protestant and a U.S. was active in Lodge activities. wife, daughter and son to his A01 Leroy P. Lawrence 06-20-2017 Ash, N.C. maculate Conception Church, Army veteran, serving during Bro. Reho is survived by parent’s homeland in Slovenia A01 Mary Anne Chmura 06-18-2017 Moosup, Conn. Washington. the Korean War. his sons, Robert (Betty) Reho while also visiting Croatia. He A01 Walter L. Kraus 12-14-2016 Bowie, Md. William loved spending Joseph was a 62-year SNPJ Sr., Raymond (Laura) Reho Sr. enjoyed traveling back to Ha- A02 Raymond E. Schwalm 05-20-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. time with his family. On Sun- member, originally joining the and Joseph (Karen) Reho Jr.; a waii to visit the islands where FD4 Ceil Marie Shubert 07-12-2017 Imperial, Pa. days, he enjoyed sitting on the Society as a member of the daughter, Colleen (Kenneth) he was stationed during the war 1 Justina T. Mihelich 02-07-2017 Hinsdale, Ill. porch, listening to polka music former Lodge 292 in Avella. McElroy; 13 grandchildren; as well as traveling throughout 1 Walter Mihelich 03-22-2017 Hinsdale, Ill. and smoking a cigar. As a holi- He had four brothers and 19 great-grandchildren; two the United States and Canada 2 Frederick F. Cass 05-23-2017 La Salle, Ill. day tradition, he took pleasure three sisters. Several nieces, brothers, James Reho and with his ever-present travel 6 Marion S. Stankowski 06-09-2017 Bridgeville, Pa. in making Slovenian sausage, nephews and cousins also L ou is ( Na ncy) Reho; a nd m a ny compa n ions, h is wi fe, d aug ht er 8 James S. Tisol 05-07-2017 Orland Park, Ill. following his father’s recipe, survive. nieces and nephews. and son-in-law. 87 Joann G. Stepinsky 06-21-2017 Irwin, Pa. for family and friends. Funeral services for Bro. He wa s pre c e de d i n deat h by Bro. Murin is survived by 89 Della Janeshek 06-21-2017 Pittsburgh, Pa. Surviving are four daugh- Kaposy were held Aug. 26 his wife, Patricia Lee Gatchel daughter Deborah and her 113 Teresa A. Koslosky 06-26-2017 Orangevale, Calif. ters, Sophie (George) Babeji, in Reasner Funeral Home, Reho; three brothers, Mike, husband, Dr. Charles (Allan) 142 Joan C. Prileson 04-09-2017 Painesville, Ohio Joyce Strnisha, Linda (Martin) Wellsburg, W.Va., officiated Steve and John Reho; and two Larsen; his son, Kenneth Mu- 153 Daniel A. Kohler 06-23-2017 Youngstown, Ohio O’Brien and Carol O’Brien; by Pastor Carl Tribett. Inter- sisters, Elizabeth “Betty” King rin and wife Chris; two grand- 158 Evelyn Pipoly 06-14-2017 Euclid, Ohio a son, William Jr. (Suzanne) ment fol lowe d i n I ndep endenc e and Mary Leininger. children, Zachary (Candy) 254 Sally Glavach 03-23-2017 Ortonville, Mich. Strnisha; nine grandchildren, Cemetery, Avella. A Mass of Christian Burial Mu r i n a nd A nd rew Mu r i n; t wo 254 Nita N. Prossen 06-14-2017 Gahanna, Ohio Joseph, Martin and Missouri On behalf of the members was celebrated for Bro. Reho at great-grandchildren, Noah and 274 Mario M. DiMarino Sr. 06-17-2017 Dunlo, Pa. O’Brien, Connor, Kelsie and of Lodge 89 and the Slovene St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Olivia; a sister, Jennie Schager; 459 Patricia Stepanick 07-16-2017 Flint, Mich. Zachary O’Brien, Amanda National Benefit Society, we Church, Fairport. Taps and a and many nieces and nephews. 476 Joseph Kovich 05-15-2017 Mantua, Ohio and Mariah Strnisha, and offer our sympathies to Bro. 21-gun salute honored Joseph’s He was preceded in death 476 Edward V. Mozina 11-18-2015 Salem, Ohio Justin (Becca) Babeji; three Kaposy’s family, relatives and service in the U.S. Army, and by his wife Christina; his 559 Otto G. Doerk Jr. 06-08-2017 Plainfield, Ill. great-grandchildren, Brynn friends on their loss. the Reho family welcomed parents, Martin and Frances; 564 Gerald A. Dugar 06-01-2017 Canton, Mich. Strnisha, and Jacob and Zoey friends to the church com- brothers Martin and John; 576 Dorothy M. Gorjup 05-30-2017 Painesville, Ohio Babeji; a sister, Julia Muncie; munity room to celebrate Joe’s and sisters Frances Cerar, 577 Sherry Lynn Baker 07-13-2016 Pueblo, Colo. and many nieces and nephews. Sis. Lillian C. Tony good life. Mary “Mitzi” Zedar, Anne 584 Rose K. Burger 04-14-2017 Duluth, Minn. Deceased, in addition to On behalf of the members Majowka, Cecelia Dobrovich, • Lodge 729 • 584 Mabel Zamlen 02-06-2017 Eveleth, Minn. his wife and parents, are four of Lodge 355 and the Slovene Rose Merslich, Louise Bellon 584 Caroline C. Lesnjak 07-01-2017 Grayslake, Ill. brothers, Frank and Anthony YUKON, Pa. — The members National Benefit Society, we and Sophie Cote. 584 Tilly B. Novosel 06-12-2017 Ely, Minn. Yuvan, and Edward and Martin of Lodge 729 sadly announce offer our sincere sympathies A Mass was held for Bro. 677 Dorothy C. Bernick 12-21-2016 Rochester Hills, Mich. “Moe” Strnisha; and three sis- the Aug. 22, 2017, passing of to Bro. Reho’s family, relatives Murin Sept. 5 at Baldwin 686 Lawrence P. Rowe 04-14-2017 Wauwatosa, Wis. ters, Christine Brennen, Sophie Sis. Lillian C. (Urich) Tony, and friends on their loss. Fairchild Oaklawn Chapel, 689 Jennie A. Braun 07-09-2017 Murray, Utah Soltis and Helen Spehar. A 85, of Bentleyville, Pa., in Sanford, Fla. Burial services 715 Rudolph R. Prah 06-24-2017 Derry, Pa. brother, Leo, died in infancy. Washington Hospital follow- were held at Mt. Saint Macrina 723 Richard A. Horzen 05-13-2017 Calimesa, Calif. A Mass of Christian Burial ing a lengthy illness. Cemetery, Uniontown, Pa., 723 Florence A. Meronek 05-25-2017 Palos Verdes Estates, Calif. Bro. Frank J. Murin for Bro. Strnisha was cel- Sis. Tony was born Aug. Sept. 13. 776 James A. Grappo 05-02-2017 Columbiana, Ohio • Lodge 87 • 782 Kathleen M. Mangino 06-29-2017 Lower Burrell, Pa. ebrated July 31 in Immaculate 30, 1931, in Charleroi, Pa., a On behalf of the members 786 Robert J. Nakonieczny 04-06-2017 Buena Park, Calif. Conception Church. Inter- daughter of the late Peter and HERMINIE, Pa. — The Mu- of Lodge 87 and the Slovene 786 Audrey A. Gardy 06-10-2017 Brea, Calif. ment followed in Immaculate Anna Urich. She was a 1950 rin family and the members of National Benefit Society, we Conception Cemetery, Wash- graduate of Donora High Lodge 87 sadly announce the extend our sympathies to Bro. KAREN A. PINTAR ington. School and had worked as a Sept. 1, 2017, passing of Bro. Murin’s family, relatives and National Secretary/COO On behalf of the members secretary in Pittsburgh before Frank John Murin, 93, of Lake friends on their loss. PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] October 2, 2017 7 Sis. Donovan also read the written every year for as many years as I can ger Lodge 584 now has a Facebook Wilmer Adomat; dear brother of Lois secretary/treasurer’s report submit- remember. As a youth, I attended this page. Please take a few minutes to Vail; and uncle of Jason (Tammy), Badger Jabber ted by Bro. Mlaker. All reports were event, so you know how long ago review it. To find our page, search Kevin (Sarah) and Matthew Vail. accepted as presented. that’s been. @SNPJ584. This would be a great He is also survived by other relatives by Bob Smole A lengthy discussion was held It is a shame that another function place to post any ideas, comments and many friends. Arrangements Lodge 584 regarding the annual Badger Lodge has succumbed to inactivity and lack and/or suggestions that you would were handled by the Bevsek-Verbick Milwaukee — The Badger Lodge Christmas party. Each year a lot of of participation. Once something is like to see addressed. Funeral Home, where Badger Lodge 584 September meeting was called to effort is generated in putting on this cancelled or eliminated, it is so hard Prior to adjournment, the atten- 584 members gathered for a service order by President Tim Donovan at 7 event, and each year the attendance – even impossible – to start again. If dance prize for September was drawn led by Sis. Mary Cay Freiberg. p.m. All officers were present except seems to become less and less. Sis. there is any thought or inspiration and awarded to Bro. Tim Donovan. Bro. Adomat attended most Badger Secretary/Treasurer Jeff Mlaker. A Mary Donovan sent out an e-mail to revive the SNPJ youth Christmas There were no birthdays to celebrate, Lodge meetings and activities with moment of silence was observed for to most of the attendees in previous party, please bring it forward. so no singing was in order. It was nice his mother until he became ill. The our deceased members, Brothers years, requesting some input. She We do owe a debt of gratitude to see Sis. Lillian Hartmann at this Badger Lodge bids farewell to Bro. Frank Faletich and Brian Adomat, did receive some responses, but not to Sis. Mary Donovan, who has meeting. The meeting was adjourned, Brian Adomat and extends deepest and Sisters Tilly Novosel, Cheryl many. organized this party in the past. and coffee and desserts were made sympathies to the family. Ann Sebunia and Dorothy Helauer. Judg i ng f rom t hose resp onses, a nd She has had assistance from various available. The next regular monthly Badger The Badger Lodge extends deepest the discussion that followed, it was members who were instrumental in The Badger Lodge mourns the Lodge 584 meeting will be held Oct. sympathies to the families of these decided by the Badger Lodge that its operation. We thank those indi- passing of longtime member Bro. 12, the second Thursday of October, members. the annual youth Christmas party viduals as well. For fear of missing Brian Adomat. Bro. Adomat passed at Mary Queen of Heaven gym, 2360 Recording Secretary Mary Dono- would be cancelled. This was not an someone, I will refrain from naming to eternal life on Aug. 12, 2017, at the S. 106th St. in West Allis, starting van read the minutes of the previous easy decision for the Lodge to make individuals. age of 60. He was the loving son of at 7 p.m. Please try to attend and meeting, which were accepted as read. since this event has been celebrated Thanks to Bro. John Bolka, Bad- Sis. Margaret (nee Rupar) and the late become active. Spartans Lodge seeks volunteers for October project by TONI THOMEY gift from our Lodge members the SNPJ Farm. sino with a stop at our favorite Lodge 576 Recording Secretary and unveil her very own banner We will be volunteering at winery, Grand River Cellars. CLEVELAND — Hello to all at the Farm! St. Mary’s Church on Mon- The trip is $40 and includes Spartan Lodge 576 members! In typical Lauren fashion, day, Oct. 9, for their hot meal your round-trip motor coach Fall is finally here and we have she rolled up her sleeves and program. Many volunteers are transportation, drinks, snacks, so many fun things to look helped dish out our yummy needed for this event; we will entertainment and casino cash! forward to: pumpkin-spiced ice cream sundaes. She also need help cooking from 3 to 5 To reserve your spot, contact everything, beautiful leaves helped me sell sideboard p.m., or serving dinner from 5 Lou Novak at (440) 461-6476. and my favorite holiday, Hal- tickets. Thank you, Lauren, to 6 p.m. An additional clean- If you have some wonderful loween! for all your help. I also want up crew is always appreciated news, a special event coming Over the last few months, to personally thank all of the as well. If you can’t come early, up, a joke or a funny story our members have been busy. volunteers who helped make you are more than welcome to to share, please feel free to On July 23 we celebrated Na- our picnic a great success. come later to help. Our Lodge contact me at (216) 744-4710 tional Vanilla Ice Cream Day Along with the Lodge meeting will immediately or [email protected]. at the SNPJ Farm. We were 576 picnic, Spartans Lodge follow this event. For more I would love to share the ac- Coming out on top at the 2017 Slovenian Sausage Festival were Raddell’s Sausage Shop [above], receiving the blessed with two amazing members enjoyed Slovenian information or to volunteer, tivities of our members in our People’s Choice Award, and Maple Heights Catering, bands, Patty C & The Guys Night with the Lake County contact Lou Novak at (440) articles throughout the year. [below] who won the Best of the Fest Judge’s Award. and the Joey Tomsic Orchestra. Captains, Fraternal Weekend 461-6476. Our next meeting will be The best part was our visit from and National SNPJ Days at the Don’t forget to sign up for held at St. Mary’s Church on my dear friend and Miss SNPJ SNPJ Recreation Center, and our annual casino bus trip on Oct. 9 immediately after our 2018 Lauren Sebusch! We were the annual Sausage Festival Nov. 18. This year we will be volunteer event. We hope to honored to present her with a and annual Grape Festival at traveling to Presque Isle Ca- see you all there! Lodge 729 offering Smart Driver course in Yukon by JOANN KRANCE The AARP Smart Driver course is the that 97 percent of participants changed at Lodge 729 Secretary/Treasurer nation’s first refresher course specifically least one driving habit as a result of what YUKON, Pa. — SNPJ Lodge 729 Sil- designed for drivers age 50 and older. In they learned. verstars will host an AARP Smart Driver many states, drivers may benefit from a The cost is $15 for AARP members and course at the Yukon Slovenian Hall on discount on their auto insurance premium $20 for non-members. You may register Wednesday, Oct. 18, and Thursday, Oct. upon completing the course, and you’ll for the AARP Smart Driver course by 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Light refresh- learn something new along the way. In contacting Joann Krance at (724) 722- ments will be served. fact, an evaluation of the course found 4627 by Oct. 11. Comets Lodge 715 will recognize honorees at luncheon Crowd at the SNPJ Farm COMETS HONORS win Taylor, Shirley Condon guest of the Lodge. friends enjoyed a spectacular FROM PAGE 1 and Thomas Irwin; 60-year We look forward to seeing summer evening as the Pirates Our honorees this year members William Novak, everyone as we honor longtime took on the Milwaukee Brew- selects sausage kings include 50-year members Judith Polozker and JoAnn members. ers. Starling Marte returned to Michael Bavetz, Diane Smo- Bary; and 70-year members On July 18, Lodge 715 action that evening with much by JOE VALENCIC (5) his own secret ingredients,” linski, Patricia Kaus, Janet Amelia Massimino and Frank hosted a Pirates baseball night fan anticipation, and helped Cleveland Polka Hall of Fame said Jay Raddell. “My great- Shay, Beatrice McCullough, Varljen. Invitations were sent at PNC Park in Pittsburgh. bring our mighty Pirates a KIRTLAND, Ohio — grandfather had a combina- Robert Criste-Troutman, Ed- to all honorees to attend as a Lodge members, family and victory. Smoked sausages and polka tion people always liked, and music attracted a crowd of that’s the recipe we follow.” more than 1,200 to the SNPJ Slovenian sausages (kran- Farm in Kirtland for the 14th jske klobase, in Slovenian) Minutes of the Finance Committee Meeting annual Slovenian Sausage are made with coarse-ground Festival hosted by the Na- pork accented with garlic, salt held April 28, 2017, at the SNPJ Home Office, Imperial, Pa. tional Cleveland-Style Polka and pepper. The sausages are The meeting was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by the period. Reported that Avella property was sold with the closing held on March 30, 2017. The Society Hall of Fame and Museum on cured by smoking. Chairman Clifford with Brothers Anderson and Joined by phone conference at 9:45 a.m. with received cash to pay the outstanding balance a warm and sunny Sept. 13. Canada’s Polka King Wal- Hervol joining by teleconference, and Brothers Wellington Management Company represen- of the promissory note and to pay back the The People’s Choice ter Ostanek was the featured Evanish and Lawrence in attendance. tatives Andrew Paone, Liz Kleinerman and outstanding Reimbursable Grant. Award for top sausage went entertainer for the Sausage A motion was made by Bro. Hervol, second Abigail Claire. to Raddell’s Sausage Shop Festival. Dancers enjoyed by Bro. Anderson, to approve the minutes of Reported on the signing of a gas lease at the of Cleveland, while the fes- eight hours of music as polka the Jan. 26, 2017, meeting. Motion approved. Discussion and questions on capital markets review by Liz Kleinerman. SNPJ Recreation Center. tival judges selected Maple orchestras volunteered for the A motion was made by Bro. Anderson, second Motion to adjourn the meeting at 10:35 a.m. Heights Catering of Maple fund-raiser, while polka jam by Bro. Hervol, to approve the secretary’s (Na- The committee reviewed portfolio performance, by Bro. Hervol, second by Bro. Evanish. Mo- Heights, Ohio, for their sessions popped up around tional Treasurer’s) report of bond purchases outlook and strategy, and compliance issues. prize. Azman Quality Meats the dance pavilion. Perform- tion approved. and disposals for the first quarter of 2017. The committee thanked the Wellington repre- of Euclid, Ohio, was voted ers included Button Box Band Motion approved. sentatives for the presentation and ended the runner-up in both categories. of the Year The Fairport Jam- ROGER C. CLIFFORD Robert J. Lawrence Reviewed the portfolio and transactions for phone conference at 10:20 a.m. As recipient of the Peo- mers, and Kathy Hlad, Button Chairman Secretary ple’s Choice Award, Rad- Box Artist of the Year, as dell’s winning product will voted by the members of the Report of the Secretary for the period Jan. 1 through March 31, 2017 be the official sausage sold Polka Hall of Fame. Purchases: during the Thanksgiving The Slovenian Sausage Trade Date Security Description Coupon Yield Par Value Cost Maturity Date Rating Polka Weekend, presented by Festival is organized by the 01/27/2017 Brandywine Operating 4.550% 4.780% $250,000 $244,515 10/01/2029 BBB- the Polka Hall of Fame at the National Cleveland-Style 02/10/2017 California St Univ Lease 7.804% 4.320% 285,000 389,510 03/01/2035 A+ Marriott Hotel in downtown Polka Hall of Fame and Mu- 02/15/2017 CA Public Works 8.361% 4.630% 350,000 505,789 10/01/2034 A+ Cleveland Nov. 23-25. seum, located in Euclid’s his- 02/01/2017 Centerpoint Energy 6.625% 4.870% 265,000 325,219 11/01/2037 A- Both meat markets have toric old City Hall. Upcoming 03/16/2017 Discover Financial 4.100% 4.180% 750,000 744,975 02/09/2027 BBB- 03/21/2017 ING Groep NV 3.950% 3.960% 200,000 199,738 03/29/2027 A- been prior winners, with events include the Harvest 02/02/2017 Metlife Inc. 5.700% 4.170% 250,000 298,563 06/15/2035 A- sausages made from fam- Polka Party on Friday, Oct. 03/28/2017 Pioneer Nat Resource 7.200% 4.560% 175,000 214,078 01/15/2028 BBB ily recipes brought from 6, at the Croatian Lodge 03/08/2017 Realty Income Corp. 4.650% 4.650% 325,000 324,896 03/15/2047 BBB+ Slovenia. Raddell’s Sausage in Eastlake, Ohio. Tickets 02/01/2017 Sabine Pass Liq 5.000% 4.410% 575,000 602,313 03/15/2027 BBB- Shop opened in Cleveland’s for that event as well as the 03/23/2017 Santander Holdings USA 4.500% 4.260% 725,000 737,042 07/17/2025 BBB+ Collinwood neighborhood in Thanksgiving Polka Week- 03/07/2017 Southern Natural Gas 4.800% 4.820% 105,000 104,702 03/15/2047 BBB+ 1927. Maple Heights Cater- end are available through the 03/07/2017 Telefonica Emisiones 7.045% 5.170% 350,000 429,398 06/20/2036 BBB ing was founded by Andrew Polka Hall of Fame, (216) 01/27/2017 Weyerhaeuser Co. 7.375% 4.620% 525,000 681,065 03/15/2032 BBB- and Jennie Hocevar in 1949. 621- FAME or www.polka- “Every sausage-maker has fame.com. Sales or Full Calls: Disposal Date Security Description Coupon Yield Par Value Consideration Maturity Date Gain/Loss 01/15/2017 Bridgeport CT Nat-RE 7.640% 4.710% $15,000 $15,000 01/15/2030 $0 01/20/2017 Philips Electronics NV 5.750% 5.910% 1,000,000 1,050,980 03/11/2018 52,724 Important figures to consider... 01/22/2017 Bear Stearns Co. 5.550% 5.550% 250,000 250,000 01/22/2017 0 02/07/2017 May Department Stores 6.650% 5.921% 500,000 533,765 07/15/2024 12,091 29%... people who would purchase more life insurance if they were asked 02/15/2017 Southaven Combined TVA 3.846% 3.846% 26,403 26,403 08/15/2033 0 03/01/2017 Connecticut St 5.460% 5.460% 55,000 55,000 03/01/2019 0 62%... people who own coverage, but 03/01/2017 United States Savings Bond 1.500% 1.500% 10,000 10,000 03/01/2017 0 don’t 03/01/2017 Houston, TX 6.290% 4.262% 15,000 15,000 03/01/2032 0 know what they have or why they have it 03/15/2017 Westvaco Corp. 7.650% 7.650% 60,000 60,000 03/15/2027 0 03/15/2017 Halliburton Company 6.150% 5.438% 500,000 500,000 09/15/2019 (8,220) 82%... people who are under-insured 03/16/2017 GSR 2005-1F 2A3 6.000% 5.718% 447,825 445,014 02/25/2035 (4,466) If your coverage is over 5 years old 03/17/2017 SASC 2003-29 5A4 5.250% 6.071% 129,879 130,407 09/25/2033 3,839 ! 03/21/2017 MASTR 2003-4 5.226% 4.504% 54,121 42,282 05/25/2033 (12,780) contact SNPJ for a policy review. ROBERT J. LAWRENCE 1-800-843-7675 Secretary, Finance Committee PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 8 October 2, 2017 S N P J F r a t e r n a l

Members celebrating 50, 60, 70 and 80 years with the Slovene National Benefit Society

by JOSEPH C. EVANISH membership milestones with a custom gift. The SNPJ National President years of membership are counted in terms of adult f the 2,000 life insurance companies and membership years, not including youth enrollment fraternal benefit societies operating in the years. These milestones of recognition include 50, OU.S., less than 100 have been in existence 60, 70 and 80 years of adult membership. as long as the SNPJ. As a not-for-profit fraternal We ask our Fraternal Honorees, once they have benefit society, we have successfully provided life received their awards from the Society, to submit a Sis. GAY NELL MAYFIELD (603) Sis. MARY ANN BASSETT (677) insurance to our members since 1904, along with a short report on their past and present lifestyle, includ- full package of social, athletic and cultural programs, ing their Lodge affiliation, hobbies and any other scholarships, community service projects, and much information that might be of interest to our readers. more. SNPJ also offers annuities that can be used In acknowledging these dedicated members, it is for IRAs and Roth IRAs. our privilege to show respect for these honorees by Our more than 110 years of longevity and success offering our thanks and appreciation for the loyalty have been made possible by the loyalty and dedica- they have shown the SNPJ for so many years. In this tion of our members. The SNPJ’s engine may have small way, through our offical SNPJ publication, we been built and its direction set by its founders and can etch their names even deeper into the archives subsequent leaders, but its path has been traveled, of the Slovene National Benefit Society. cleared and paved by our dedicated members. On behalf of the entire membership, we extend As a way to show respect and appreciation to our congratulations to those members reaching these our longtime and loyal members, we recognize anniversary milestones.

• Sixty-year SNPJ member Bro. Bro. FRANK BOKULICH Fraternal Honorees FRANK KOSS was recognized by FROM PREVIOUS COLUMN FROM PREVIOUS COLUMN Bro. DONALD URBANIC (89) Sis. MARY VONTORCIK (274) the Society and Cleveland Lodge 614 for his longtime membership. Bro. Frank Bokulich was born • Dunlo, Pa., Lodge 274 and the He writes: Jan. 31, 1943, to John and Gen- SNPJ recognized Sis. MARY “Thank you for the pen. It’s hard evieve Bokulich in Bulger, Pa., VONTORCIK for attaining 60 to believe I’ve been a member and grew up in Midway, Pa. He years of Society membership. Sis. for 60 years. I’m not active in my attended Midway High School Vontorcik writes: Lodge, but my father was one of (1958-1960), which merged “Thank you very much for the the founders of Strugglers Lodge with McDonald and Hickory high recognition of my 60 years of SNPJ 614 and I was a member of the schools to form Fort Cherry High. membership. former Youth Circle 3. He graduated from Fort Cherry “After being widowed, I moved “I enjoy being a father and High School in 1961. from Cleveland to the old home- grandfather. I’ve been married After high school, Frank joined stead in Lloydell, Pa., the home of for 50 years, and my wife and I the U.S. Air Force on Nov. 12, 1961. the former SNPJ Lodge 60. occasionally go to the Slovenian He was stationed at Charleston Air “The SNPJ is a great orga- Workman’s Home for a delicious Force Base in South Carolina, and nization and I am proud to be a fish fry. Years ago, my mother was was honorably discharged on Nov. member of it.” one of the women who worked at 12, 1965. these fish fries. Bro. Bokulich is happily mar- Sis. MARY VONTORCIK “Once again, thank you.” ried to Jane Bokulich. He has two Dunlo, Pa., Lodge 574 sons, Frank and Christopher; a Sidman, PA Bro. FRANK KOSS daughter-in-law, Maryalice; and Bro. FRANK BOKULICH (106) Sis. NANCY WALLACE (6) Cleveland Lodge 614 three grandchildren, Ben, Andrew Lyndhurst, OH and Anna. • Sixty-year SNPJ member Sis. NANCY WALLACE was recog- Bro. FRANK BOKULICH nized by the Society and Sygan, • Sis. MARYANN RUSSIAN, a 70- Imperial, Pa., Lodge 106 Pa., Lodge 6 for her longtime year SNPJ member, was honored Gibsonia, PA membership. Sis. Wallace writes: by Aliquippa, Pa., Lodge 721 and “Thank you for the gift and letter the Society. She writes: for being a 60-year member. “Thank you so much for the • Bro. EDWARD VERZUH, a 70- “My parents, both of whom were beautiful blanket in honor of my 70 year SNPJ member, was honored Slovenian, visited Sygan Lodge 6 years as a member. I will cherish it. by Denver Lodge 218 and the with me many times. We also vis- “I have wonderful memories Society. ited the SNPJ Recreation Center to of growing up in Aliquippa and Bro. Edward W. Verzuh was enjoy Slovenefest. Nothing beats attending activities at the SNPJ born June 17, 1929. He attended a happy Slovene! Recreation Center with my family. Colorado University and served in “I’ve been a widow for 18 years. “God bless everyone at SNPJ the U.S. Army during the Korean My enjoyment is having my three and everyone working to keep our conflict. sons, daughter and five grandchil- Society active.” Bro. Verzuh and his wife, Al- dren visit me. ice, were married at St. Dominic “I’d like to visit Sygan Lodge 6, Sis. MARYANN RUSSIAN Catholic Church on July 7, 1957. but I do not have any transporta- Aliquippa, Pa., Lodge 721 Ed, Alice and their four children tion. I’d love to hear from any Bro. EDWARD VERZUH (218) Sis. ROSEMARY MLAKAR (786) New Port Richey, FL resided in Arvada, Colo. Alice members who live near me in passed away in 2010. South Park, Curry, Finleyville or Bro. Verzuh writes: Whitehall, Pa.” • As a 50-year member of the So- “Thank you for the letter of ciety, Sis. GAY NELL MAYFIELD recognition and the 70-year mem- Sis. NANCY WALLACE was recognized by Samsula, Fla., bership blanket. Boy, time flies Sygan, Pa., Lodge 6 Lodge 603 and the SNPJ. She when you’re having fun. Thanks South Park, PA writes: and best wishes.” “Happy to have been an SNPJ member for 50 years. I still enjoy Bro. EDWARD VERZUH • Sis. ROSEMARY MLAKAR, traveling, music and good food.” Denver Lodge 218 a 70-year SNPJ member, was Arvada, CO honored by Orange County Lodge Sis. GAY NELL MAYFIELD 786 and the Society. She writes: Samsula, Fla., Lodge 603 “I want to thank the SNPJ for the Branford, FL • As a 70-year member of the So- blanket and congratulatory letter ciety, Sis. MARY ANN BASSETT for my 70 years of membership. was recognized by Detroit Lodge The blanket will be useful even in • Midway, Pa., Lodge 89 and the 677 and the SNPJ. She writes: California; it does get chilly here SNPJ recognized Bro. DONALD “Thank you for the blanket; it at times. I’ve enjoyed many years URBANIC for attaining 60 years was a nice surprise! of SNPJ friends and activities, and of Society membership. He writes: “After I grew up and married my thank the SNPJ for so much. “I’m thankful to my parents for husband, Allen, we left Ohio when “I’m a mother of five, grand- Bro. ALFRED and Sis. TEREZIJA ZITNIK (781) encouraging my membership in he accepted an engineering job mother of 11 and great-grand- snpj. I’ve learned about my heri- with Ford Motor Co. in Dearborn, mother of 11, most of whom are SNPJ members. Many of them Sis. ROSEMARY MLAKAR Bro. ALFRED & Sis. TEREZIJA ZITNIK tage and roots through the Society Mich. We had four children, two FROM PREVIOUS COLUMN FROM PREVIOUS COLUMN and by visiting Slovenia, which I boys and two girls. are highly active in the Society like to call ‘the jewel of Europe.’ “We joined the First Presbyte- and several hold offices within “I have many fond memories of rian Church in Dearborn, where their Lodges and the California trips to Slovenia in my lifetime, the Cleveland on Dec. 26, 1966. going to the club, polka dances, we lived for five years. We built Federation. last of which I enjoyed with my late Alfred and Terezija have six and picnics with my family and a home in Belleville, Mich., and “I was born to Slovenian par- brother, Lou Novak.” grandchildren ranging in age friends. My grandsons are fourth raised our family there. Sadly my ents, and was raised in Chisholm, from 10 years to 6 months. Their generation members and I have husband of 48 years passed away Minn., a small mining town on the Sis. ROSEMARY MLAKAR children, Karoline, Kevin and the attended every Slovenefest over in 1999. Mesabi Iron Range. I began my Orange County, Calif., Lodge 786 late Kathleen, were active in the the years, only missing one. “My dear children are all grown SNPJ membership in Chisholm Laguna Woods, CA former SNPJ Youth Circle 77 under “Thanks for all the memories, now and I have nine grandchil- before moving to Fontana, Calif., the direction of Marie Pivik, while music, scholarships, annuities and dren. After living in our home for in 1960 where I raised my family Alfred was assistant director for good times over the years.” 54 years, I moved into a senior and continued my membership • Fifty-year SNPJ members Bro. approximately 25 years at the West residential community in Dearborn with Fontana Lodge 723. I later ALFRED and Sis. TEREZIJA Park Slovenian Home. During this Bro. DONALD URBANIC in 2015. Here I am only a short transferred to Lodge 786 in Orange ZITNIK were recognized by the time, six members of Youth Circle Midway, Pa., Lodge 89 distance from my church, which County, where I retired. Society and Avon, Ohio, Lodge 77 and six members of the former Pittsburgh, PA is wonderful because I am still “I live independently in a retire- 781 for their longtime membership. SNPJ Youth Circle 26 performed an active member. Living in this ment community where I feel at Bro. Zitnik writes: a concert tour in Slovenia. This community has been a blessing home in the kitchen. I enjoy cook- “Thank you for the certificates trip to see the homeland and rela- • Fifty-year SNPJ member Bro. for me.” ing traditional Slovenian dishes and pins.” tives, with stops in Italy, Germany, FRANK BOKULICH was recog- and trying many other recipes. Terezija was born in St. Pavel, Lichtenstein and Austria, is one the nized by the Society and Imperial, Sis. MARY ANN BASSETT I speak Slovenian and maintain Slovenia, and Alfred is a lifetime Zitniks will never forget. Pa., Lodge 106 for his longtime Detroit Lodge 677 contact with many relatives in resident of Cleveland. The couple membership. Dearborn, MI Slovenia. I’ve made about five married at St. Vitus Church in Bro. ALFRED and Sis. TEREZIJA ZITNIK Bro. FRANK BOKULICH Fraternal Honorees Sis. ROSEMARY MLAKAR Bro. ALFRED & Sis. TEREZIJA ZITNIK Avon, Ohio, Lodge 781 CONTINUES NEXT COLUMN CONTINUES NEXT COLUMN CONTINUES NEXT COLUMN CONTINUES NEXT COLUMN Westlake, OH PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] October 2, 2017 9 Loyalites making Nov. 4 casino trip by DANIELLA VOLPE Isle Casino and attending “A receive the forms for the gifts, Lodge 158 Ca nt erbu r y Fea st ,” a me d ieva l- please contact Secretary Gary EUCLID, Ohio — We’d like style musical comedy at Station Smrdel with your information to start by welcoming back the Dinner Theatre. There are only at garylodge158@roadrunner. 42 SNPJ members who visited a few seats left, so contact Pat com. However, we want this Slovenia in August. Quite a Nevar at (216) 789-9746 if to be a grand event and feel few of the travelers were our you’re interested. It’s going nobody should be left out, so very own Lodge 158 Loyalites, to be a day filled with games, non-Lodge 158 members are including Terri Halaburda; laughter and maybe a turkey leg invited to attend the Christmas Tony, Jan and Niko Verch; or two, so get your seat while party as well! Kathy Hlad; Bill Perko; Julie you still can! We ask that you also e- a nd Ron Tabaj; Jer r y a nd L i nd a The Lodge 158 annual mail Gary at garylodge158@ Hlebak; and Elsie Frank. They Christmas party will be held roadrunner.com if you’d like had a wonderful time experi- Dec. 3 at Recher Hall in the to keep updated about what is encing the sights and sounds lower hall. There will be food, going on with the Lodge. We’d Photo submitted by Sis. Holly Lazzaro (715). of Slovenia, as well as great entertainment for the kids and, really like to compile a list of food, great music and great best of all, the big man in red our members’ e-mail addresses Steelers Nation Goes International new friendships. himself – Santa! The time and so that we can keep everyone On a recent trip to Slovenia, Lodge 715 President Marty Kumer visited the mountain top Happy belated birthday to specific arrangements for the more involved with SNPJ and farm in Stara Oselica where his grandfather, Martin Kumer, emigrated from in 1898 before Anna Horabik, who celebrated children’s gifts will be an- the Loyalites Lodge. settling in the small town of Universal, Pa., near Pittsburgh. Marty, daughter Holly Lazzaro, her 14th birthday on Sept. 10. nounced soon. Finally, we’d like to extend son-in-law Greg, granddaughters Gianna and Sofia, and grandson Seph Kumer were greeted by more than 50 Slovenian Kumer family descendents and treated to a reception As a reminder, our annual If you have a child or our best wishes to our ailing of Slovenian foods, music and a schnapps worthy of the best tailgate party imaginable bus trip is coming up on Nov. grandchild who is a Loyalite members, along with their at Heinz Field. According to tradition, gifts were exchanged. Marty brought along official 4. We’l l b e t r avel i ng to P resque member and would like to families. Steelers Terrible Towels and gave them to each Slovenian relative. They enthusiastically gave the towels a wave while cheering “Here we go, Steelers!”

Lodge 643 getting ready for the holidays LODGE 643 HOLIDAYS will begin at 5 p.m. with the Nov. 16 meeting, we will FROM PAGE 1 cocktails, and dinner will be elect officers and vote on our at 1 p.m., and Santa will served at 6. As in the past, we Lodge bylaws. There will be be stopping by. There is no hope to have festive button no meeting in December due charge for Circle 7 members, box and accordion music, to our Christmas party. but we ask that you contact complements of our members. Lodge 643 meetings start Circle Co-Director Kurt More details to follow. at 6:30 p.m. and are held at Seifert at (330) 259-1601 by The Lodge 643 meeting Amen Corner in Girard. Pizza Dec. 4 with the names of your dates for the remainder of the and dessert are served follow- children who plan to attend. year are Thursday, Oct. 19, ing each meeting. We hope to The adult Christmas party and Thursday, Nov. 16. At see you there! A large group of SNPJ members, including several from Lodge 158, visited Slovenia in August. Lodge 355 members head to the ballpark for Slovenian Heritage Night by LEE JACKOPIN Lodge 355 member Mark Regnier, and two chains. A metal plaque read Lodge 355 Secretary who had entered a contest. The Slo- “You are not forgotten.” Fairport Harbor, Ohio — venian national anthem was sung by The Aug. 21 game was “buck Aug. 21 was Slovenian Heritage Ally Perdan (604); the United States night” for hot dogs and beverages, Night at Classic Park in Eastlake, National Anthem was sung by local and the Captains staff provided fun Ohio, for the baseball game between vocalist Jim Keifer. activities between innings. There the Lake County Captains and the Before and during the game, Re- was even a polka contest with an ac- Dayton Dragons. This continued a gion 3 Vice President Linda Gorjup, cordionist and four dancing couples. tradition which started as “Slovenian SNPJ Marketing Director David Lodge 355 member Lou Reho caught Polka Day” in 2006, organized by for- Ely, SNPJ Fraternal Director Kevin a T-shirt. mer SNPJ Regional Vice President, Richards and Miss SNPJ 2018 Lauren Fairport Lodge 355 attendees the late Dorothy Gorjup (158). Re- Sebusch were at the SNPJ table pro- included Jean Fabian; Lee and Mary gion 3 Vice President Linda Gorjup moting SNPJ insurance and activities. Ann Jackopin; Pat Keever; Norene (576) hosted this year’s event. They held a free giveaway drawing Popely; Christine Regnier and her Pre-game polka music was pro- and a contest to guess the number of sons, James, Mark and Kevin; Lou vided by accordionists Patty Candela Tootsie Rolls in a bottle. Reho; Jim Reho; and Frank and (576), Joe Strukel and TJ Likovic. We had excellent seats behind Marilyn Sajn and their son, Jon. We The first pitch was thrown out by home plate. My seat was in the handi- enjoyed everything about the eve- both Miss SNPJ 2018 Lauren Se- cap seating section on the mezzanine ning, including the seventh inning busch (576) and SNPJ Marketing level, next to a special seat painted stretch. We hoped our cheers would Director David Ely. Several others black for American POW-MIAs, help bring a victory, but the Captains The members of Fairport Lodge 355 enjoyed a fun evening at the ballpark also threw out a first pitch, including which was enclosed by two fences lost, 7-2. on Aug. 21 during Slovenian Heritage Night.

Take a virtual journey with The Tamburitzans 50-Year Members by Darlene Fejka (153) (“Wanderer”) will feature the popular tune “Kam October 2017 The Tamburitzans Bova Vandrala?” (“Where Are We Going to Lodge Member Lodge Member PITTSBURGH — Now in their 81st year, The Travel?”), plus a new instrumental “Vandral FD4 John A. Filipovits Jr. 142 Lance Knific Tamburitzans, America’s premier international Po Svetu” (“Wander Around the World”), espe- 2 Linda K. Leshewski 174 Daniel C. Zakraysek folk ensemble, cordially invite you to their cially composed for this new season production. 33 Michael P. Smolinsky 218 Marlene E. Keithley performance of “Passages: The Journey of Our Advance tickets for The Tamburitzans per- 33 Edward M. Spec 254 Donna M. Haupt Ancestors.” The Saturday, Nov. 11, show will be formance are $30 for adults and $25 for students 34 Mary C. Trauner 274 Stephen D. Barton Jr. presented at West Mifflin Area Middle School, and seniors. A 10 percent discount is available 34 William J. Miller 277 Albert M. Slabe Jr. 81 Commonwealth Ave. in West Mifflin, Pa. for groups of 10 or more. All seats are $35 at 34 Jerry M. Watson 584 Howard B. Marline Curtain time is 3 p.m. the door. Show tickets can be purchased online 53 Jennie Smole 584 Stephanie F. Krueger This two-hour virtual journey will transport at www.talentshadows.events. For questions, 87 Marlene Sible 603 Nancy R. Wilder audiences to the hearts of over a dozen coun- call The Tamburitzans office at (412) 224-2071, 106 Jerry A. Frissora 603 Thomas Wilder Jr. tries and cultures, including Austria, Bulgaria, option 4. 106 Daniel F. Augustin 614 Amilia A. Trenton Croatia, Cuba, Eastern European Roma, Greece, In addition to the 31 cast members, The Hungary, Mexico, Romania, Serbia, Slovenia, Tamburitzans have over 750 alumni, including 107 Marilyn M. Margold 626 Michael W. Simon Clarinetists Matea Pranjic 117 Michael Premich Jr. 643 James B. Juvancic Spain and Russia. accordionist Brian O’Boyle and all members of and Aleksandar Milkovic, In keeping with the “Passages” theme, the Madel Jager band, both popular fixtures at 138 Juanita J. Lloyd 686 Susan A. Schmidt featured soloists with The 138 Michele Matthews Braddock 770 James T. Anderson the Slovenian/Alpine segment “Vandrovcek” Slovenefest and other SNPJ events. Tamburitzans. 138 Cynthia Kay Bangham 770 Marian J. Anderson SNPJ Recommender Program 142 Robert A. Noda 776 Kathleen Paulenich I would like to introduce 60-Year Members October 2017 ______Lodge Member Lodge Member for SNPJ membership 2 Donald Spayer 559 Juanita Rago 6 Patricia J. Litten 576 Dennis M. Zak Please contact:______(Parent or guardian if under age 18) 8 Donna M. Stockwell 603 Margaret T. Hughes 8 Nicholas L. Pillarella 626 Stanley T. Selan Address:______53 Carol A. Kubasky 677 Anthony Kovach The SNPJ Recommender Program provides an ______107 Marilyn R. Murphy 686 Richard Gasperic opportunity for adult members to encourage City/State/Zip:______138 Yvonne M. Duerr 715 William E. Novak family, friends, children and acquaintances to join Phone: ( )______158 Joseph J. Hrvatin 715 Judith A. Polozker the Slovene National Benefit Society and take 174 Anne I. Mekic 782 Eleanor M. Carson Indicate Preferred Agent______advantage of SNPJ’s competitive products and (Optional) 218 Mary A. Ghella 782 Donna M. Roncevich numerous fraternal benefits. Not only will you 559 Leila Sachtschale be helping a friend and strengthening our Society, My Name:______you’ll also be receiving benefits yourself. My Lodge Number:______Recommender Benefits Address:______70-Year Members • Receive $10 for each valid referral submitted. ______October 2017 • Every valid referral earns the recommender City/State/Zip:______Lodge Member Lodge Member 6 Hilda K. Dominici 265 Joseph Kencec one chance in the Quarterly Drawing for an Phone: ( )______opportunity to win $100. 31 Frances B. Hartsky 371 John Omasich e-mail______• Every valid referral also earns the recom- 41 Dorothy M. Wiser 584 Joyce C. Zidarich mender one chance in the Year-end Drawing Each individual must be informed that an agent will contact him/her and the referral 53 Martha A. Meglich 604 Elizabeth Salyan for an opportunity to win $500 cash. must have some interest in SNPJ in order for the recommender to be considered valid. 138 Margaret J. Striner 626 Martha F. Hess 158 Loretta A. Frank 677 Angeline Bernick By submitting one valid referral, Complete this coupon and return to you have the opportunity to earn Slovene National Benefit Society 158 Margaret Farrelly 721 Daisy L. Suznevich a total of $610 in cash prizes! 247 West Allegheny Road • Imperial, PA 15126 174 Virginia B. Zabkar 721 George A. Buckley PROSVETA www.snpj.org • [email protected] 10 October 2, 2017 Rec Center the ideal setting for National SNPJ Days 2017 National Golf Results Men’s Individual: Members by KEVIN RICHARDS the games, and to Dave Cushman (138) and in attendance. I hope you got a chance to say Name Lodge Score Prize SNPJ Fraternal Director Ross Snow (6) for keeping the courts swept. hello and meet this wonderful young lady. *Craig Kumer 715 69 $120 The Fraternal Depart- These people were extremely helpful both She’s already been quite busy, attending many IMPERIAL, Pa. — **Pete Dutka Jr. 626 64 $120 ment and the SNPJ Recreation Center thank days of this tournament. event s a nd picn ics i n t he mont hs fol lowi ng her everybody who joined us as we celebrated We had entertainment on Saturday evening crowning. She’s doing a great job! Ron Tanner 776 67 $73 National SNPJ Days at the SNPJ Recreation at two venues, catering to a variety of musical Thanks to Miss SNPJ 2017 Betty Hartman Vince Braddock Jr. 138 67 $73 Center during the Labor Day weekend. tastes. Patty C & The Guys provided some (138) for providing the children’s entertain- Jeremy Cadez 138 68 $38 The weekend kicked off on Friday evening, great polka music in the barn, while Dnny and ment, complete with face painting, a pinata Denny Brand Jr. 6 68 $38 Sept. 1, with a welcome party in the Gostilna Jnny, a musical duo from Nashville, Tenn., and rock decorating. I know the kids truly John Pierog 776 70 $30 featuring the great music of The Polka Bros. entertained in the Gostilna. Thanks for the enjoyed it. Brad Stroth 158 70 $30 Saturday, Sept. 2, started early as our great music, everybody. Again, thanks to everyone for taking part Dave Belfiore 138 71 $27 golfers arrived at Black Hawk Golf Course SNPJ Lodge 782 hosted breakfast in the in our celebration of National SNPJ Days. Tom Vehar 138 71 $27 to compete in the 2017 SNPJ National SNPJ barn on Sunday morning. Thanks for prepar- We have a beautiful SNPJ Recreation Center, Kevin Richards 106 72 $25 Golf Tournament. Congratulations to Craig ing a wonderful breakfast to start the day! and it’s nice to see our members enjoying it. Kumer (715) for shooting a 69 to take the The men’s division of the 2017 SNPJ I’ll see you at a fraternal event soon! Bob Russ 158 72 $25 actual championship in the men’s division, National Balina Tournament started Sunday Charlie Emelko 776 73 $20 and to Janice Rockwell (138) and Sara Taylor morning. Congratulations to the Bessemer Ron Tkach 138 73 $20 (138) for tying for actual championship in the team – Andy Krispinsky (277), Brian Spieler Jacob Cadez 138 73 $20 women’s division with 99. (782), Dan Benyi (643) and Joe Tonya (776) – Justin Davey 138 73 $20 Thanks to District 3 Athletic Director for winning this year’s tournament. Lou Presjnar 770 74 $16 John Pierog (776) for helping me with this The competition continued into Sunday Michael Copich 643 74 $16 tournament, and to Robbie Rockwell (138) afternoon as the 2017 SNPJ National Beanbag Steve Anderson 677 74 $16 for watching our hole-in-one hole. Thanks as Toss Tournament got underway at 2:30 p.m. Glenn Spoharski 6 74 $16 well to Ron Tkach (138) and Jeff Cadez (138) Congratulations to the duo of Rayne (770) and for helping with the skins game. The Peoria Josh (715) Randolph for winning the men’s/ holes selected were holes 2, 6, 8, 16, 17 and 18. co-ed division, and to Jan and Liz Smrdel Men’s Team Event The women’s division of the 2017 SNPJ (158) for winning the women’s division for Name Lodge Score Prize National Balina Tournament was played on the second year in a row. Thanks to District *Ed Caggiano 770 328 $140 Saturday. Congratulations to the Dolls with 1 Athletic Director John Wagner (138) and Dave Sankovich 770 Balls team – Ashley Russ (158), Lori Keifer District 2 Athletic Director John Baselj (6) Lou Presjnar 770 (158), Juli Bosek (564) and Patti Evanish for running this tournament. Great job, guys! Don Presjnar 770 (715) – for winning this tournament. The fun continued into the day as we were Thanks to National Secretary Karen Pintar entertained by the great music of the Joe **Bob Russ 158 280 $140 (6) for making sure everything ran smoothly, Grkman and Frank Stanger orchestras during JOSH (715) and RAYNE (770) RANDOLPH, Denny Brand Jr. 6 to Ruth and Nicole Wright (6) and Peggy the National SNPJ Days picnic. It was great winners of the men’s/co-ed division in the John Pierog 776 Cushman (138) for keeping the time during seeing Miss SNPJ 2018 Lauren Sebusch (576) 2017 National Beanbag Toss Tournament. Brad Stroth 158 Jacob Cadez 138 292 $116 Jeremy Cadez 138 Justin Davey 138 The Chicago Federation plays host to Miss SNPJ 2018 Alec Brumbaugh 138 by TINA RIGLER (449) SNPJ Miss Fraternalism 1989 Alisha Kevin Richards 106 294 $88 Chicago Federation Secretary Franchi Potter (1), and SNPJ Miss Steve Anderson 677 CHICAGO — On Aug. 20, the Fraternalism 1973 Dawn Cherway Pete Dutka Jr. 626 Chicago District Federation held its Vidmar (559). Ken Anderson 677 eighth annual dinner dance at the Slo- Edward Dabrowski introduced venian Catholic Center in Lemont, Ill. Cecilia Dolgan (576), who sang Ron Tkach 138 297 $68 Members and friends from Chicago some Slovenian songs accompanied Dave Belfiore 138 District Federation Lodges 1, 8, 449 by Vince Rigler. Cecilia explained Shawn Sutton 138 and 559 gathered to partake in good the meanings of the Slovenian songs Jeff Cadez 138 food, singing and socializing. she sang, which were enjoyed by all. Charlie Emelko 776 301 $52 Federation President Edward Tina spoke about the Chicago Steve Dobrich 277 Dabrowski (449) welcomed and District Federation’s three annual Bob Slosser 771 thanked everyone in attendance. He events: the Memorial Day services Ron Tanner 776 introduced the Federation officers in the SNPJ Section of Woodlawn who were present: President Edward Cemetery, the dinner dance and the Dave Shultz 138 308 $44 Dabrowski, Vice President Vince children’s Christmas party. This year Gary Shultz 138 [Left to right] Miss SNPJ 2016 Julie Rockwell (138), Rigler (449), Secretary/Treasurer the Federation’s Christmas party will Tom Vehar 138 SNPJ Miss Fraternalism 1973 Dawn Cherway Vidmar Marianne Murray (1), Recording be held Saturday, Dec. 3, at 1 p.m. Ian Vehar 138 (559), Miss SNPJ 2018 Lauren Sebusch (576), SNPJ Secretary Tina Rigler (449), and at the Slovenian Catholic Center in Miss Fraternalism 1989 Alisha Franchi Potter (1) auditors Dolores Novotny (8) and Lemont. Everyone is invited. More and Miss SNPJ 1981 Tina Dabrowski Rigler (449). Carmella Smidl (8). details will be sent to each Lodge. Women’s Individual Region 5 Vice President Tina It was nice to have many youth and Name Lodge Score Prize R igler i nt ro duc e d t he president s of t he young adult members in attendance *Sara Taylor 138 99 $25 four SNPJ Lodges that were present who have also attended the Chicago *Janice Rockwell 138 99 $25 and thanked all Lodge officers for District Federation children’s Christ- **Jen Fetcko 138 76 $25 their dedication to keep their Lodges mas party and the SNPJ Young Adult active. She encouraged each Lodge to Conference. Tina encouraged them to add more members, and to get their stay active and to get involved with Men’s Individual: Guests youth and young adult members ac- their Lodges and the Federation. Name Score Prize tive. Tina was glad to see a number Following the program, President *Joe Davey 70 $14 of youth and young adult members Dabrowski thanked everyone who do- **Chuck Immordino 71 $14 in attendance. nated baked goods. Everyone stayed Bruce Ceniti 72 $7 Tina also introduced Miss SNPJ to listen to the music of Vince Rigler *Indicates Actual Champion 2018 Lauren Sebusch (576). She spoke and a group picture was taken. **Indicates Net Champion of Lauren’s many accomplishments It was great to have Miss SNPJ Peoria Holes Selected: Front – 2, 6, 8 during her high school and college 2018 Lauren Sebusch in Chicago for Back – 16, 17, 18 years, as well as her involvement our affair. On the day before the din- in many SNPJ activities. Lauren ner dance, Ed Dabrowski, Tina Rigler, thanked the Federation for inviting Julie Rockwell, Kaitlyn Chiappetta 2017 National Balina Results her, and we were happy that she could and Jason Rigler took Lauren and join us before heading back to college. her mom, Donna Sebusch (576), to Men’s Division Lauren was presented a crown picture enjoy some Chicago-style deep dish Team Lodge Prize frame and a corsage on behalf of the pizza. That afternoon they enjoyed Bessemer 277/782/776/643 $100 Federation. an architectural boat tour along the Glenn’s Team 6/715 $80 Chicago District Federation president Ed Dabrowski with Miss SNPJ 2018 Lauren Sebusch (576), Donna Also present were Miss SNPJ 2016 Chicago River and a tour of the NBC Good Sports 564 $72 Sebusch (576), Jason Rigler (449), Miss SNPJ 2016 Julie Rockwell (138), Miss SNPJ Studios led by Ed Dabrowski. It was 8 Balls 6/158/715 $68 Julie Rockwell (138) and Kaitlyn Chiappetta (559). 1981 Tina Dabrowski Rigler (449), a beautiful, sunny day enjoyed by all. Red Bow Rollers 782 $56 No Deposit, No Return 138 $56 S’more news from the SNPJ Trailer Court Civic Assoc. Women’s Division Team Lodge Prize by TAWNYA SPOHARSKI (6) Dolls with Balls 158/564/715 $116 SNPJ Trailer Court Civic Association Campsite Divas 6/158/564/643 $92 BOROUGH OF SNPJ, Pa. — Welcome back, Trailer Get R Done 6/138 $80 Court Association members, to another rousing rendition of the Trailer Court news! Our mid-season party was a great success. Many guests 2017 National Beanbag Toss Results showed up to play balina. It was a tough competition, but prevailing as winner was the team of Darcy Bible, Peggy Men’s/Co-Ed Division Cushman, Jerry Hlebak and Tommy Zivkovich. Way to (Place)/Team Lodge Prize go, kicking all of our butts! (1) R. Randolph/J. Randolph 715/770 $100 As our theme was “Christmas in July,” we appreciate so many of you coming dressed for the occasion. The (2) D. Brand/B. Stroth 6/158 $85 award for best dressed went to the one and only Santa, (3) S. Sutton/D. Belfiore 138 $67 a.k.a. Rich Appanites. Our runner-up was Bernie Senick, (4) E. Valencic/C. Cadez 138 $50 who showed up with the best hat ever! We hope you all (5) J. Wagner/C. Mounts 138 $30 had as much fun as we did. (5) M. Auburn/H. Auburn 158 $30 August brought us our first Gostilna karaoke night. Amateurs ran the music while many singers with talent (7) Ja. Cadez/Jim Cadez 138 $25 worthy of “The Voice” took control of the microphones. (7) T. Zivkovich/B. Frank 158 $25 Be sure to visit the Trailer Court Association bulletin It’s been a busy (9) C. Colussy/A. Love 6 $23 board in the hallway of the Gostilna to see many fun season for the SNPJ (9) Jake Cadez/J. Davey 138 $23 photos from both karaoke night and our mid-season Trailer Court Civic Association. Members (9) M. Skovenski/R. Apanaites 158 $23 party. Sadly, our season wound down with our closing celebrated mid-season party on Sept. 23. with a “Christmas (9) N. Verch/J. McNurlen 158/138 $23 A big thanks to Trailer Court Association members Jim in July” picnic Slatinsky and Ed Stincic (as well as their many helpers) for [above]. The picnic Women’s Division working so hard to convert what was once a golf course balina tournament (Place)/Team Lodge Prize to a new disc golf course. Their work is still ongoing, but championship was you can practice in the field by the water tower. This is claimed by [left] (1) J. Smrdel/L. Smrdel 158 $70 just another great addition to the amazing place we all Tommy Zivkovich, (2) K. Pintar/L. Brand 6 $50 Darcy Bible, see as our personal summer resort! Peggy Cushman (3) M. Spieler/C. Brand 782/6 $24 As always: family, friends, heritage and SNPJ. and Jerry Hlebak.