1 p.m.  – Greetings and Svačina (Refreshments)

  • SPJST Gives: Service Project Donation – All attendees or families are asked to bring a toy(s) or monetary donation to benefit the Floresville Police Department’s Blue Santa Program.
  • Show & Share (optional)
    • Participation Details:
      • Cookies: Bring at least one dozen cookies to be auctioned silently. The proceeds from this auction will benefit the Floresville Police Department’s Blue Santa Program.
      • Photography: Bring a photograph related to the theme “SPJST,” in sizes 8 x 10 or 8.5 x 11.
    • Categories:
      • Youth: Ages 0 to 17
      • Adults:  Ages 18 and over
    • Prizes:
      • All participants will be entered into a drawing for gift cards, with winners receiving prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in each category.
    • Note:  This event is a celebration of creativity and community, not a judged contest. Everyone is encouraged to participate, share their talents, and enjoy the chance to win prizes in a random drawing. 
  • SPJST Promotional Point
    • Explore Our Community Hub:
      • Discover:  Visit our Information Table for an array of SPJST sales products and promotional materials.
      • Engage:  Check out interactive displays highlighting our fraternal activities and initiatives.
    • Opportunity for Lodges and Youth Clubs:
      • Highlight Your Initiatives: Lodges and youth clubs are encouraged to set up a promotional table to share their unique fundraisers, upcoming events, innovative ideas, or accomplishments.
      • Reserve Your Space: Interested in setting up a table? Please inform us at least 7 days in advance to secure your spot.

1:45 p.m. – Introduction/Ice Breakers

2:00 p.m. – Gathering Time

  • District Council Chair – James House
  • Welcome/Invocation
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • In Memoriam:  Remembering Our Departed District 7 Directors, Officers, and Committee Members
  • District Director’s Update – Regina House
  • Other Business
    • Advance Notice for Additional Agenda Items – Please submit any topics for ‘Other Business’ at least 7 days in advance to be included in the meeting agenda. This ensures all items are properly announced and prepared for discussion.
  • District Governance Committee – Oscar Korus
  • District Council Youth Chair – April Haag-Adkins
  • Service Project Presentation – Floresville Police Department Representative

Breakouts

  • Engage & Enhance: Navigating Our Member Portal
  • Mission Possible: Defining Our Lodge’s Future

Social Time

  • Cake and Snacks
  • Silent Auction of Cookies – funds raised will be donated to Floresville Police Department’s Blue Santa Program

Games

  • Heads or Tails
  • SPJST Bingo

3:45 p.m. – Drawing for Prizes

  • Ninja Air Fryer, Dinner for 4 at Texas Roadhouse, Samsung Galaxy Tablet, Television, Remote Control Jeep (sample prizes) – must be present to win!