Za Boha a Národ For God and Nation Slovensk¥ Katolícky Sokol OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE SLOVAK CATHOLIC SOKOL – MEMBERSHIP 28,000 – HOME OFFICE: 205 MADISON STREET, PASSAIC, N.J. 07055 – www.slovakcatholicsokol.org Periodical Postage Paid at original entry of Passaic, N.J., 07055 and additional mailing offi ces VOLUME CV PPASSAIC,ASSAIC, NN.J.,.J., JJUNEUNE 2299, 22016016 NUMBER 5072 Scenes of the 70th International SCS Bowling Tournament combined with the Greek Catholic Union’s 80th Bowling Tournament held in Buffalo, N.Y. Airport Bowling Lanes + The Holiday Inn + May 20-22 Our 2016 Frank S. Petruff Memorial Sports Award recipient and veteran Group 9 Supreme President Michael J. Horvath is shown above welcoming the bowlers and bowler from Lilly, Pa., Assembly 79, Francis J. Risko is shown fl anked by his sons, guests at the tournament banquet on May 21. Gary and Brian. Veteran Sokol keglers who enjoyed this year’s competition are shown Some of the Canadian Sokol keglers who enjoyed this year’s competi- above and included, l-r, Albert Pogorelec, Thomas J. Krack and An- tion are shown above and include, l-r, Chet Dziuba, Mike Babala, Stan thony Glodava of Assembly 162 in Clifton, N.J. and Ben Moeller of Hugul, Joe Takerer and Derek Loehle. Assembly 16 in Pittsburgh, Pa. Members of the well-known Papcun family from Group 16 are shown above and include, from the left, John Papcun, Paul Papcun, Stephen All smiles from Sokolky who made up the team which included, l-r, Papcun and Mark Papcun. Rose Bakita, Karen Bakita, Carol Macko and Darlene Matesic. PAGE 2 SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JUNE 29, 2016 Wreath 111 Celebrates Sokol Fellowship in Lorain, Oh. Recalling the Founders of the Slovak Catholic Sokol as we Celebrate our 111th Anniversary Matus Husy Valent Lapsansky Michal Kalafut Valent Bednarcik, Jr. Jozef Rafac Jozef Kalafut Jozef Pavlicko Matej Kuruc Jan Hilla, Jr. Jakub Plucinsky Jakub Skupin Valent Tomaskovic Andrej Servas Jan Gronkovsky Lukac Kuna Juraj Halupka Jozef Kuruc Jozef Halupka Juraj Kopacka Michal Zagursky Jozef Kacmarcik Stefan Bigos Jozef Hilla, Jr. Jakub Waxmonsky Valent Bednarcik, Sr. Paul Tibus Michal Kucala Juraj Lopusnak Michal Prelich Jan Moss Andrej Bekes Andrej Kovalik Jakub Butz Juraj Domyon Jozef Hills, Sr. Martin Molitoris Valent Soltis Jozef Prelich Jan Hlavac Jakub Frankovic Jozef Paluch Ludvik Soltis Enjoying the Wreath 111 outdoor picnic and meeting held on June 13th at Lakeview Park in Lorain, Oh. Vincent Dronzek Valent Bizub are, standing, l-r, President Helen Zemanek, Secretary Marty Zemanek, standing Treasurer Michele Mag- Andrej Klukosovsky Jozef Petrasek er, Vice President Sue Naelitz, Judy Hrmada, Marge Kurta, standing Melissa Deneen, Regina Davies, Mar- lene McCauley and Kathy Trifi letti. The names of the above founders are not presented alpha- betically but read from the left, as they signed the membership With the warm weather season explore the beautiful rose garden The Zdrave(healthy walkers)who roll at the founding meeting held on July 4, 1905 in Passaic, N.J. in high gear, members of Wreath in full bloom with all it colors and attended have been participating in 111 in Lorain, Oh. decided to hold varieties, then over and across the our Sokol walking program since Eternal is their memory and Zdar Boh! their June meeting out-of-doors. beach area. They trekked the sand its inception and look forward to The Sokols and Sokolky met at the gazing at fabulous Lake Erie all continuing in their efforts. Wreath Lakeview Park on June 13. Fol- while counting sea gulls. They then 111 will not meet during the sum- lowing the meeting, the fraternal- meandered throughout the rest of mer months. We will resume our Slovak Catholic Sokol ists enjoyed a lovely barbecue. the scenic park until the dinner bell monthly meetings and socials on 111111th At the helm of the grill was none rang. Monday, September 12 at 6:30 AnniversaryAnniversary other than Wreath Secretary Marty Back under the pavilion, mem- p.m. at the American Slovak Club Zemanek. Marty has held a variety bers joyfully were rewarded with in Lorain. The September meeting of positions in the lodge over the hamburgers, hot dogs, desserts and will be a celebration honoring the years and is the former Sports Di- many side dishes, including pasta patroness of our lodge, the feast of rector of Group 5. That being said, salad. The weather was most pleas- the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin 190519905 20201616 Brother Marty made it very clear ant and even the mayfl ies were hap- Mary. All members are encouraged to members that they would have py. It was a lovely place to gather to attend. Mark your calendars and to earn some miles for the Slovak for our monthly meeting and physi- play to join us. Catholic Sokol Walking Program cal activity in the best traditions of Zdar Boh! before he would serve them. our organization’s ageless slogan of Michele Mager Members gathered together to “A sound mind in a sound body.” Celebrating the 239th Birthday of Old Glory On Flag Day, June 14th, members of the home offi ce staff took time out to celebrate the 239th birthday of the Stars and Stripes during a civic program held in the board room. Adopted by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777, the fl ag symbolizes the aspirations, struggles, sacrifi ces and achievements of our ances- tors. Home offi ce staff members shown above include, l-r, Frank Revisore, Editor Daniel F. Tanzone, Livia Karak, Supreme Secretary Scott T. Pogorelec, F.I.C., Lorrie Pinck, Clarissa Serrano, Kelly D. Movilla, Kevin R. Guillen, Ela Mas, and Billie Lou Moakley. SLOVAK CATHOLIC FALCON, JUNE 29, 2016 PAGE 3 Chamber of Commerce in down- town Whiting, Ind. featuring Polish In Brockport, N.Y. From the Supreme Physical Board and Slovak folk ensembles, culi- nary specialities, games and exhib- Our International Clinic - Kurz Thoughts for the Baseball Season its, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to is just around the corner by Nancy Kropolinsky 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. by Dusan Dorich Supreme Physical Fitness Board Member for additional information visit Supreme Assistant Physical Director I have never been much of a baseball player, but baseball has www.pierogifest.net or call toll free been a major part of my life. Growing up with an all star player, 800 659-0292. All is in readiness as we prepare Shirts with other advertising will not my father, I learned the fundamentals of the game, watched the In- Q 32nd annual Czechoslovak Fes- for our International Clinic - Kurz be permitted. dians suffer through seasons and attempted to tival Picnic at Ehlert Park, 4400 in preparation for our 2017, 48th b) No alcohol at all is allowed learn how to throw a ball. My dad, Bill Babik, Elm Ave., Brookfi eld, Ill. 11 a.m. to International Slet. Our Clinic is just during the entire Clinic schedule. started playing at a young age and quickly rose 5 p.m., free admission; for informa- around the corner and is scheduled We have to up through the ranks to earn the title, “Double tion call Richard Grosser 708 485- form July 27-31, 2016. It will be the follow rules No- Hit Babik” pitching two no hitters dur- 3357. fi rst time in modern Slovak Catho- set up by the ing the “AA” All Stars game in 1951. He then FRI.AUG.5 lic Sokol history that the Clinic will college as signed a Pro-contract in December of 1951 Q Annual Iron Pigs game night out be in the Rochester, New York area. well as our with the Washington Senators and was as- hosted by Group 10 beginning at 7 Our International Clinic will be held own Slovak signed to the Drummondville, Quebec Farm p.m., members of Group 10 lodges at the State University of New York Catholic team. His baseball career culminated in May should contact their respective local - College of Brockport in Brock- Sokol rules. 1993, when he was inducted into the Baseball Assembly. port, N.Y. Anyone Town USA Greater Youngstown Old Timers Hall of Fame. While his AUG.13-15 As of this writing, we expect the breaking this talents have been passed on to his great- grandson, RJ Trimble who Q 62nd annual Holy Dormition following Groups to be represented rule will be is quickly becoming a seasoned pitcher for the local 9-10 year old (Assumption) Pilgrimage hosted at this year’s Clinic: Group 1, Pas- sent home league, the lessons in life taught to me through my father’s baseball by the Sisters Servants of Mary saic, N.J.; Group 3, East Douglas, and any fi nancial matters will be career are instilled in me today. Immaculate at St. Mary’s Villa, Mass.; Group 4, Chicago, Ill.; Group charged to your local Group. • Be persistent – You will strike out at times, but believe in Sloatsburg, N.Y. for information 5, Cleveland, Oh.; Group 7, Wilkes- c) The dorm that we are staying in yourself as the opportunity to hit a home run exists in every pitch. call Sister Kathleen 845 753-2840, Barre, Pa., Group 11, Minneapolis, at is non-air conditioned. Therefore, • Pay attention to details - the smallest detail matters – The [email protected], begins Saturday Minn.; Group 14, Pittsburgh, Pa.; we recommend that you bring along difference between winning and losing a game may come down to at noon and concludes on Sunday Group 17, Youngstown, Oh. and a fan if you would like. As per col- inches, between a strike and a foul, between being safe and being at 4 p.m.