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June 2016 | Volume 139 | Issue 5

American Sokol 9126 Ogden Avenue Brookfield, Illinois 60513 USA www.american-sokol.org 2 Table of Contents

AMERICAN SOKOL Table of Contents ISSN 003-1259 Board Information...... 2 Published nine times each year: Jan, Feb, March/April, May, June, July/Aug, Sept, Oct, Nov/Dec. The Presidential Address...... 3 American Sokol, 9126 Ogden Ave, Brookfield, IL, 60513 Subscription: $12.00 per year The Sokol Educator...... 4 Periodical postage paid at Brookfield, IL and additional Sokol Memories...... 5 mailing offices. Capital Campaign Grants...... 6

American Sokol Gymnast...... 7-10 2014-2018 Executive Board Jean Hruby President National Administrative Conference...... 11 Bob Podhrasky 1st Vice President Rising Star...... 12 Roger Martanovic 2nd Vice President Instructor's School...... 13 Bev Domzalski Secretary Meribeth Tooke Treasurer 2017 Cedar Rapids Save the Date...... 14 Donna Tirva Financial Secretary Calendar of Events...... 15 Maryann Fiordelis Physical Director Advertise with Us...... 16 Ethna Flaherty Educational Director Lynda Filipello Public Relations Allen Cushing Foundation Kathy Barcal Board Member From the Editor... Howie Wise Board Member This summer will be more exciting than most. Well, at least as exciting as it was four years ago when the Fierce Five took home Allison Gerber Board Member team gold for the Women's Artistic Gymnastics team. I for one cannot wait to see how the returning and new team members perform under the unimaginable amount of stress associated with the entire world watching to see if you'll earn a 10. Umm, I mean code of points. Board of Governors Watching the Olympics is a great time to spend with family and Jean Hruby President, American Sokol friends cheering on the good old red, white and blues in any of Allison Gerber Western District the over 40 events. Let's all go for gold this summer! Irene Wynnyczuk Eastern District NAZDAR! Alice J. Khol Northeastern District Bob Podhrasky Southern District Yvonne Masopust Pacific District Lynda Filipello Central District Save a Tree... Save Our Organization. CLICK HERE: Bev Domzalski Secretary http://american-sokol.org/gogreen/

ASO Executive Board Meets every 4th Tuesday* at 7:00 pm CST To Submit Items for Publication: ASO Board of Instructors Email: [email protected] Meets every 2nd Wednesday* at 7:30 pm CST Postal Mail: American Sokol Editor, Julie Kaupert, 1333 W. Touhy Ave., #216, Park Ridge, IL 60068 *except in July and August National Office Administrator: Mary Cushing National BOI Office Secretary: Juanita Lo Giudice Postmaster: By-Laws Chairman: Jolene Dalton Send Notice of Undeliverable Periodicals to: National Publication Editor: Julie Kaupert American Sokol, 9126 Ogden Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513

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The Presidential Address

The Sokol Eye – Sokolským Okem There is this overwhelming rush of emotion that comes over me when something happens in our organization that connects the past with the present. One of those “things” that makes you go, “hmm.” I get the chills and feel as if Tyrs, or “someone” is watching over us. We are so connected to each other with our love and passion for Sokol, there is no doubt, our souls are somehow connected. As you have been reading, our Library Archives and Museum Committee has actively taken action to digitize our collection, find a physical location, and develop a fully working museum and library with programs and displays. For the summer we hired Julie Barcal to begin the digitization process and access the inventory. Some of you remember her father, Stanley Barcal who lived for the Sokol organization, contributed in more than amazing ways, collected his own Sokol artifacts and truly cared about preservation of our history. When I asked Julie if she would begin the process with our collection, she was nearly speechless and very emotional. Julie said to me, “you know Jean, this was my dad’s dream as well… to see that American Sokol build a museum and library… and here I am continuing his dream. I can’t believe this is really happening.” It was at that moment that I not only felt Stan Barcal in our presence but felt his pride through his daughters eyes. Again, that moment gave me new energy to know that we are doing a very good thing. Keeping our history alive, not by collecting alone but by giving it a destination and purpose for others to see. Our story should be told and available to others. It is up to us to make this happen. It will not happen just sitting in a room. It is a grand collection and is important in United States history. We will bring this collection digitally and physically to others through our new efforts and Julie will be a great asset helping to keep the momentum going. If you ever wonder how things happen or why they happen, you must believe that it comes from your own will to make it happen, chance that it can happen, and sometimes there is a part that gets a little extra push from those before us who are watching over us. Thanks Stan for your contributions, for Julie’s knowledge and preservation of your collections and for giving me another push to keep a good thing going. I hope you all agree that we are on a good path with our efforts. The new “Sokol Museum & Library” We have changed the name of our collection to the “Sokol Museum & Library”! We feel this is a simpler name that will be marketable and internet-friendly. We also decided that it defines our collection better because we have items from all Sokol organizations around the world. We hope to showcase different Sokol collections from outside organizations as well as personal collections someday soon. We have also finalized our mission statement and goals as you will find below. We look forward to more progress this summer. MISSON STATEMENT The Sokol Museum and Library is dedicated to preserving the history and accomplishments of the Sokol movement that was based, from its origin in 1862 in the Czech lands, on a program of systematic gymnastic training that cultivates a healthy body, sound mind and responsible citizenship. Sokol became a historic organization that established the Czech culture and Czech identity. The goal of the museum and archives is to demonstrate Sokol’s contributions to society as well as to gymnastics, physical fitness and sports. PURPOSE The not-for -profit museum is formed exclusively and strictly for educational, cultural, and scientific purposes as stated in the Articles of incorporation. Such purposes shall be carried out for the benefit of the public not for the special benefit of any private entity or group. The specific goals of the mission are to 1) provide, preserve and operate a library, museum, and an archives collection, and 2) restore and display artifacts, books, documents, continued on page 10 American Sokol June 2016 4 The Sokol Educator

The Sokolfrom The NationalEducator Education Committee

Summer Safety As you head off and begin summer fun in the sun, here are 10 tips for keeping kids (and adults, too!) safe this summer, courtesy of American Family Children’s Hospital. Block the Sun The sun's intensity is at its peak during the summer, so it is more critical than ever to apply lotion before going outside. Not just on sunny days either; the sun's rays can still damage your skin when it’s cloudy. Be sure to apply sunscreen (SPF 15 or higher) at least 20 minutes before going outdoors. Stay Afloat Teach your children never to enter the water without an adult, and watch them at all times when you are near a pool or beach. Don't allow floaties or other flotation devices to take the place of close supervision. Wear a Helmet Unfortunately, many parents still do not insist that their children wear a helmet every single time they ride their bike. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, 85 percent of bicyclists killed in 2003 reportedly were not wearing helmets. Roll with Caution In addition to helmets when inline skating, skateboarding and scooting, kids should always wear elbow, wrist and knee pads to prevent injuries associated with falls. Get Moving Childhood obesity is rising at an alarming rate. According to the American Obesity association, more than 15 percent of Americans ages six to 19 are obese. Summer is a wonderful time to head outside and get some exercise. Practice Car Care Don't ever leave your kids (or pets) in the car while you are running errands, even for just a few minutes. Stay Hydrated If spending time outside in hot weather is necessary, have your child drink plenty of fluids and take frequent breaks in the shade. Watch for Traffic To promote safe pedestrian habits in your children, first set a good example. Your children learn from your actions, so if you walk out between parked cars, jaywalk or cross against a light, it is likely your kids will too. Prevent Bug Bites Never use insect repellent on infants. For older children, bug spray can be used sparingly, but wash it off as soon as your child comes indoors. Play Safely Always supervise your kids when they are playing on equipment. Teach them safe play habits, including sitting on the center of a swing and not twisting the swing chains, which can reduce their strength.

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A Library, Archives and Museum committee (LAM) was formed by our ASO President, Sis. Jean Hruby. To understand a bit of "why?", here are two You Tube videos from the 1941 ASO Slet, and another from the trip to the 1938 slet by members traveling across the Atlantic to participate to that final for decades, now thankfully over. Thanks to Sis. JuliAnn Barcal for If you have a Sokol her good work in publishing them. Once you see them, I am Memory or photo sure you will join us in wishing LAM success in preserving this send it to editor@ awesome history. american-sokol.org. We look forward to NaZdar hearing and sharing your special memory. Br. Ed Chlanda, NY

American Sokols Traveling on the Aquitania American Sokols traveled to the 1938 Slet in Prague on the Aquitania and practiced their calisthenics on the deck. Music is the "Song of Czechoslovakia" from Ronald Binge and Ronald Binge's Romantic Strings album. The 1938 Aquitania hyperlink: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3CsbN9Q7G4

1941 American Sokol Slet Video of the 1941 American Sokol Slet and competitions held at Sokol Chicago, Pilsen Park, Douglas Park, and Soldier Field. Music is taken from the album of Sokol Marches. The 1941 Slet hyperlink: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0fxPGuoEt8

FUTURE'S LOOKING GOOD • Internal Grant Opportunities

• Look for the 2017 Hall of Fame • Administrative Conference September application coming soon 23-25, 2016 • 2018 Prague Slet Tour Package • Development Conference October 29- 30, 2016

American Sokol June 2016 6 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN GRANTS Attention Units,

American Sokol Wants to Help You!

With the money raised from the 150 Club and the 150th Anniversary Weekend, 80% of the net profits have been geared for the Capital Campaign Grants. The Grant Committee with the approval of the Executive Board is ready to offer these grants to all units. The Grant Application and detailed information will be mailed to Units’ President, Secretary, Treasurer and other key leaders by June 5th. First round applications are due back to the Grant Committee by August 1, 2016. Additional grant opportunities will be available later in the year.

We understand that some units are basically closed for the summer and may not even have unit meetings, may we suggest if your unit needs some assistance in any of these areas, please set time aside for a special meeting to discuss.

Here are some areas that the grants could cover. Improvement/repairs to Unit’s facilities: Damages caused by weather, fire, age Emergency repairs Must be a “necessity” rather than just a “want”

New Equipment Equipment needed to pursue/continue existing events/programs

Staff Development for Executive Board Program/General Manager Instructor/coaches Grant Writers, etc.

Programmatic Growth Personnel, materials, marketing, insurance

Sustainability Membership growth Environmental

Please be sure to submit all required information (budgets, timeline, project details, etc.). If you have questions regarding your grant, please call the American Sokol office at (708) 255-5397 and your call will be given to a Grant Committee member.

Nazdar, American Sokol Grant Committee

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AMERICAN SOKOL GYMNAST Pages 7-10 are specifically designed to benefit the gymnastic programs of the American Sokol. Please pull, copy and distribute to your participants as you see fit. Kandi Pajer • 117 Oakland Grove • Elmhurst, IL • 60126 • [email protected]

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE watching the Olympics! Artistic gymnastics is my all time favorite, but I enjoy watching every event, game, match, meet and race! I also do some research before so I know some stats and who are the athletes to watch! Here are some things to get excited about! KP ;) Here are the TOP 17 (of the Top 100) Storylines and Athletes to Watch in Rio From: Sports Illustrated The 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro are fast approaching. The world’s greatest sporting event will feature new faces (, ), and old (Usain Bolt and ). And whether it’s in the pool, on the track, in the sand, on a balance beam or on the roads, one thing is for sure: history will be made. April 27 marks 100 days until the Summer Games will officially begin on Aug. 5 with the lighting of the Olympic cauldron at Maracanã Stadium. With Rio just one hour ahead of the Eastern time zone, most marquee events will go off in prime time. and gymnastics will be among the top sports to watch in the first week with track and basketball coming in the second half. Here are the top 100 storylines and athletes to watch in Rio from SI staff members 1. Refocused Phelps Returns To Pool For so long, Michael Phelps's name has been synonymous with success in the pool. The incredibly gifted swimmer has won more Olympic medals than any other athlete and easily could have walked away on top after the London Games in 2012. Out of the pool, Phelps has managed his fair share of problems, including a DUI, which resulted in a six-month suspension by USA Swimming and a 45-day stay in rehab. Since then, however, he's refocused to prepare for his fifth--and likely last- -Olympics. "I think we're going to see him go faster than he's ever gone," longtime coach Eddie Reese told Tim Layden. "He's going to be very, very hard to beat." - Bette Marston 2. Bolt's Last Stand Rio will be Usain Bolt's last Olympics, and he will be trying to win the 100 meters, 200 meters and 4x100-meter relay for the third consecutive time. (It had never been done twice.) He has been getting ever slower and will turn 30 on the day of closing ceremonies. Does he have one more show-stopping performance left? The sport beseeches him. - Tim Layden

American Sokol June 2016 8 American Sokol Gymnast 3. The Next Great American Gymnast You may not know her now, but you will. Simone Biles is the favorite to succeed fellow American for all-around gold at the Rio Games. Already the most decorated female gymnast in history, Biles is ready to add an Olympic gold medal to her collection. - Chris Chavez 4. The most-watched Olympics ever? Here's an Olympic-sized guarantee: The Rio Games are going to be the most-watched television event in U.S. history. More than 219 million people viewed the London Olympics--the current record for a single event--but Rio offers a much more television-friendly climate. Why? First, there's the huge swath of established Olympic stars (Usain Bolt and Michael Phelps, to name two) competing in photo credit: www.people.com Rio. And then there's the advantageous time zone. Unlike London (five hours ahead of the East Coast) and Sochi (nine hours ahead), Rio is just one hour ahead of the Eastern Time Zone). Enjoy live, Olympic fans. - Richard Deitsch 5. Catch Her If You Can Katie Ledecky made waves in 2012 when she won the 800-meter freestyle at just 15 years old. And she's only gotten better since. Arguably the most dominant swimmer in the pool right now, Ledecky is the first swimmer to ever sweep the 200m, 400m, 800m and 1500m frees in a major international competition. Only Debbie Meyer has swept the 200m, 400m and 800m free events at the Olympics before, so Ledecky will be chasing history--and world records--in Rio. - B.M. 6. A Rare World Cup/Olympic Double

photo credit: www.washingtonpost.com Rio 2016 is the sixth Olympics to feature women's soccer, and none of the previous five have seen the reigning World Cup champion win the gold medal. The U.S. has as good a chance as any team to become the first, having triumphed in four of the five Olympic tournaments. - Grant Wahl 7. Coach K Era Comes To A Close Following a bronze medal at the 1988 Olympics, USA basketball went pro, filling the roster--and coaching staff--with NBA stars. But after a bronze at the 2004 Games, the first third-place medal for the U.S. since that defeat to the Soviets, the team went back to school, hiring Mike Krzyzewski after a run of three NBA coaches. Coach K helped turn Team USA around, compiling a nearly perfect record en route to becoming the first coach to win two straight golds. He'll look to make it three straight in Rio, his last Games before turning it over to Gregg Popovich. - Deantae Prince 8. Golf Returns To The Games photo credit: www.salisburypost.com After a 112-year absence, golf returns to the Olympic games, but not without controversy. During construction of the course--built specially for the event--environmental protesters created several stops and starts, but American architect Gil Hanse was eventually able to complete a stunning new track

The American Sokol provides fitness and community for individuals and families through physical, educational, cultural and social programs. American Sokol Gymnast 9 that will stage the men's and women's competitions. Following the Olympics, the course will remain open as the nation's second public golf course, though plenty are skeptical that a golf boon will happen in soccer-mad Brazil. - Jeff Ritter 9. (Not Going) Viral The Zika virus began in Brazil and now carries the World Health Organization's designation as a "global health emergency." With the disease now implicated in birth defects, women athletes either pregnant or considering childbirth are likely to skip the Games. Indeed, the U.S. Olympic Committee has signaled to domestic sports federations that any athlete with misgivings can opt out. How high will the no-go count mount? - Alexander Wolff 10. More Hardware For Serena? World No. 1 will be defending a gold medal in singles and a gold medal in doubles with her sister, Venus, when she returns to the Olympics this summer in Rio. Serena and Venus have not played doubles together since the 2014 U.S. Open and Serena has said that she may want to play mixed doubles as well. The 33-year-old currently holds 21 Grand Slam titles, but depending on her performances at the French Open and Wimbledon, she could pass 's mark of 22 major titles ahead of the Games. - Jamie Lisanti 11. Still The World's Greatest Athlete Ashton Eaton enters Rio as the prohibitive favorite to become the first two-time decathlon gold medalist since Daley Thompson of Great Britain in 1988 and '92. The only question is whether he takes a run at his own world record, which he first established in 2012 and broke last summer at the worlds in photo credit: www.thesun.co.uk China. - T.L. 12. Brazil Taps Neymar To Lead Gold Push Remarkably, the Olympics are the only soccer trophy that has eluded five-time World Cup champion Brazil. That's why the host country has enlisted superstar Neymar to end the drought on home soil. - G.W. 13. The Waters Of August As part of Rio's bid, officials touted plans to reduce water pollution by 80%. Seven years later that promise is in shambles. Will sailors on Guanabara Bay, open water swimmers off Copacabana Beach, and rowers and canoeists in the Rodrigio de Freitas lagoon be at risk? Will events be moved, or will drier, cooler winter weather mitigate worst-case scenarios? And will organizers finally relent and conduct viral testing to go with bacterial testing, or simply whistle past the cesspool? - A.W. 14. Don't Sleep On Gabby photo credit: www.salisburypost.com Four years after winning all-around gold, Gabby Douglas is aiming to make her second Olympic team. A silver medal at the 2015 world championships and victories at the American Cup and Jesolo Trophy to open 2016 prove the comeback is no joke. The competition with Simone Biles will be tight, but another win would make Douglas the first all-around champ to compete at back-to-back Olympics since Nadia Comaneci did it in 1976 and '80. - C.C.

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15. Toughest Cuts Around You won't find a roster in the world with tougher cuts than the 2016 USA Dream Team. With the NBA booming with homegrown talent, there simply isn't enough room in Rio for every franchise talent interested in representing his country. LeBron James, Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, James Harden, Russell Westbrook, Draymond Green, Klay Thompson, Carmelo Anthony, Paul George and Kawhi Leonard are locks. So is Anthony Davis if he's healthy. Chris Paul's decision to bow out (prior to his injury) opens up a guard spot, but competition will be fierce with Damien Lillard, John Wall and Kyrie Irving all fighting for the position. - Matt Dollinger 2012 NBA Dream Team, photo credit: www.haterfans.com 16. Breaking Barriers It doesn't always take a medal to make history at the Olympics. Ibtihaj Muhammad will do just that in Rio as she will be the first U.S. athlete to compete in the Games in a hijab, a headscarf worn by some Muslim women. The fencer has also been very vocal about state of Islam and Islamophobia in the U.S. - C.C. 17. Did You Miss Missy? At just 17 years old, stole the show in London with her performance--she won four gold medals and a bronze, and set a world record--and lively personality. Almost four years later, Franklin remains a force in the pool, having competed at Cal for two years before turning pro and taking time off from school to focus solely on the Olympics. She took home two medals in individual events at the 2015 world championships; can she better that tally in Rio? - B.M.

photo credit: www.people.com

continued from page 3 photos, and other historic items pertaining to history, culture, heritage, and democratic ideals of Sokol Organizations. These goals are accomplished by: 1) Researching, collecting, and preserving artifacts and manuscripts, 2) exhibiting artifacts and current events, and 3) sponsoring various educational programs.

Other National Updates 2016 Sokol USA Slet – Looking forward to seeing you all there! Come meet the World Sokol Federation! 2016 Admin Conference – September 23-25, Chicago IL 2017 ASO Slet – Cedar Rapids – join a committee – we need volunteers. Contact [email protected] 2018 Prague Slet Tour – Package will be presented July 2016 – Finalizing plans in Prague this month.

Have a safe and sunny summer! Enjoy your families and friends with great joy! Ať žije Sokol – Long Live Sokol Jean Hruby - President

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SAVE THE DATE ANNOUNCING THE AMERICAN SOKOL ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE Being held in the Chicago area SEPTEMBER 23-25, 2016

TARGETING UNIT & DISTRICT OFFICERS:

 MEMBERSHIP • The NEW Membership Committee; Get involved in making CHANGES! • The NEW DATABASE; Training for Financial Secretaries  FINANCIAL/TREASURERS • Internal Grants; Capital Campaign Grant • Outside Grants; Where to go – How to apply • Planning and doing BUSINESS from a workable BUDGET

 CULTURAL and PHYSICAL • The Sokol Museum & Library; Preserving our History, Nationally and Locally • 2017 American Sokol Slet in Cedar Rapids, Iowa • 2018 COS Slet in Prague, Czech Republic

 BYLAWS • Preparing for the 2018 Convention • Do you have Unit or District Bylaws? Should you?

 RISK MANAGEMENT • The never ending Insurance Issues • National package of help to your Unit

ROUND TABLE DISCUSSIONS AND EXCHANGING IDEAS EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP ROLES in the UNITS and DISTRICTS

Saturday Evening Social Option of attending Moravian Day Festivities Hotel Rooms $74 w/ full hot breakfast & manager’s evening drink special Registration Details coming soon . . . MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW!!!!

YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE And WE DON’T WANT TO MISS YOU!!!!!!! American Sokol June 2016 12 RISING STAR RISING STAR: DAKOTA SYMONS submitted by Charity Ruhl, Director of Falcon Gymnastics (Sokol USA Monessen)

Dakota Symons started Sokol gymnastics at Falcon Gymnastics (Sokol USA Monessen Lodge #47) in Pennsylvania when she was 8 years old and quickly made the competitive team. She decided to retire from competitive gymnastics after reaching USA Gymnastics Level 7 at the age of thirteen, however, she never left the gym. Dakota started as a junior coach and is now responsible for several gymnastics classes ranging from beginner to advanced. She inspires many young students to share her passion in the sport. Dakota is currently a senior at Belle Vernon High School. Over the years, she has juggled honors classes and coaching with several extracurricular activities like Powderpuff football, MIC/SADD, Relay for Life, bell ringing for the Salvation Army and Fells Methodist Church food bank. She is also became a member of the National Honor Society. Dakota has also been active in Lodge service projects such as the Annual Falcon Gobbler Food Drive, blanket making for Jeremiah's Crisis Nursery and the Carnival of Fitness. At this year's Polar Bear Invitational, she volunteered many hours helping with the competition logistics and was an invaluable asset to a smooth event This fall, Dakota will be attending Gannon University where she has committed time to the Acro and Tumbling team. She will be majoring in Sports Marketing/Sports Management. While her goal is to eventually manage a baseball team, we are looking forward to having Dakota's knowledge to help grow Sokol in the future! Her picture is from Dakota's commitment signing which she chose to do at Falcon Gymnastics (Sokol USA Monessen) Seated is Dakota surrounded by her brother: Wyatt, father: Chris, mother: Vicki, Director: Ron Moffit, Director: Charity Ruhl.

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American Sokol June 2016 14 SAVE THE DATE

Calling all Sokols from sea to shining sea, from the fruited plains, from across the mighty oceans!! Join together as we celebrate our traditions and establish new ones for the future.

The Western District is honored to host the American Sokol XXIV National Slet and Festival June 22 – 25, 2017 Cedar Rapids, Iowa – the City of Five Seasons

The devastating flood of 2008 may have taken away their 100 year old hall But not their Sokol spirit!

“The Tradition Continues”

Tentative Schedule: Thursday 6/22 – Coaches Meeting Cal and Marching Competition Opening Ceremonies / Special Number Presentations Friday, 6/23 - Volleyball Competition Fitness Challenge Competition Teen Dance / Banquet Saturday, 6/24 – Gymnastics Competition Victory Dance Sunday, 6/25 - Slet Program Rehearsals Slet Program

Committees and Lead Personnel Chairman – Allison Gerber, Western District (WD) President, Sokol Cedar Rapids - [email protected] Secretary/Treasurer – Shelley Cairns, WD Treasurer, Sokol CR Secretary - [email protected] Meribeth Tooke, National Treasurer, Sokol Spirit Educational Director - [email protected] Public Relations – Jeanne Vogt, Sokol CR 2nd VP - [email protected] Lynda Filipello, National PR/Marketing, Central District president [email protected] BOI & Youth Social – Maryann Fiordelis, National Physical Director, Sokol Detroit - [email protected] Banquet - Jean Hruby, National President, Sokol Stickney - [email protected] Program Book – Theresa Vernon, WD Women’s Dir., Sokol Crete Gym Dir. - [email protected] Souvenirs – Debra Allison WD Educational Director, Sokol Cedar Rapids - [email protected] Museum – Rome Milan Southern District Men’s Director, Sokol Fort Worth - [email protected] Opening Ceremonies – Tom Pajer, Sokol Spirit, mailto:[email protected]

If you have any suggestions, ideas, and/or wishes for activities, procedures, sale items you are encouraged to contact the lead directly.

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Mark your Calendar Events around the American Sokol

Get your event featured! Email [email protected]

June June 1 Annual Exhibition — Sokol St. Louis, St. Louis, MO June 3 Dance Exhibition — Sokol New York, New York, NY June 4 LaGrange Pet Parade — Sokol Spirit, LaGrange Rd., LaGrange, IL June 5 Beach & Volleyball Outing — Sokol Tabor, North Ave. Beach, Chicago, IL June 5 Summer Exhibition — Sokol Greater Cleveland, Off Fellows Camp June 12 Summer District Gymnastical — Sokol Detroit Camp, South Lyon, MI June 25 Trivia Night Fundraiser — Sokol Detroit Camp, South Lyon, MI June 29-July 3 Sokol USA XXVII Sokolfest — Pittsburgh, PA July July 4 Sokol Camp Picnic — Sokol Detroit Camp, South Lyon, MI July 10 93rd Annual Cesky Den — Sokol Greater Cleveland, DTJ Taborville July 16-17 Czech-Slovak Festival — Sokol Detriot, Sokol Cultural Center, Dearborn Heights, MI July 17-24 Sokol Family Camp — Pacific District, Dinkey Creek Campground, Shaver Lake, CA August August 5-7 Camping & Water Park Weekend — Sokol Tabor, Rolling Oaks/Raving Waves, Sheridan/Yorkville, IL August 6 Annual Golf Outing — Sokol Detroit, Fox Hills, Plymouth Center Twp, MI August 19 Sokol Tabor 150th Birthday Party — Fill-Up Station, Berwyn, IL August 26-28 Fishing Derby — Sokol Detroit Camp, South Lyon, MI September September 4 Scholarship Pancake Breakfast — Sokol Detroit Camp, South Lyon, MI September 23-25 AS Administrative Conference — TBD, Chicagoland area, IL November November 6 Annual Czech Dinner Party — Sokol Cultural Center November 12 Sokol Tabor 150th Anniversary Banquet — Sokol Tabor, Berwyn, IL

American Sokol Deadline Send your submissions, articles, events and photos to [email protected] by the 1st of the month prior to the publication issue! For example, send items you want included in the October issue no later than September 1st.

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