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Scared Speechless – Free Book
If one of your goals for the new year is to improve your self-confidence and presentation skills, then Toastmasters is a great place to start. Here's a free book download to get you started and help to get those butterflies flying in formation. Click on this link!
Meeting Minutes December 20, 2017
7:00 - meeting called to order by Brent Stewart Kathy Denton pres business meeting guests Louis Van Winkle - Rob's dad. first meeting Nancy Cross - invited by Patricia minutes of previous meeting - any other changes. minutes accepted as sent Officer reports none commitee reports - Jim Bubash - Christmas party - 61.23 cost … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 20, 2017
Pathways Training
Pathways is the new educational program that Toastmasters International is starting. After you join, you will need to wait until the Treasurer signs you up at Toastmasters International. Read These First There are two books/pdfs that you ought to look at first before you start your journey. The Navigator is like a New Member handbook … Continue reading Pathways Training
Meeting Minutes December 6, 2017
Meeting Date: December 6, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Year in Review Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton Acting Secretary: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 6, 2017
Tall Tales Contest
The South County Toastmasters enjoyed a night of great stories at our "Tall Tales Contest". These veteran toastmasters delighted the group with fun, creative stories. From left to right; Victor Mattison, Adam Kutell, Jim Bubash, Carl Hendrikson, Kathy Denton and Jim Salih were the contestants. Winning 1st place, Jim Bubash, 2nd place goes to Carl Hendrikson and 3rd Victor Mattison. Thanks to all who … Continue reading Tall Tales Contest
Meeting Minutes November 29, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: November 29, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Tall Tales Contest Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, President Officers’ Reports: Kathy Denton reminded everyone that we have elections next week and she read the names of the slate of officers. The slate … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 29, 2017
Meeting Minutes November 1, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: November 1, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, President Officers’ Reports: Kathy Denton reminded everyone that we need a slate of new officers and asked that any interested parties consider running and contact her … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 1, 2017
Tedx Talk Preparation
I came across this video of Fred Miller talking about preparing for a Tedx talk. He has a number of great points that we can all learn from. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=101XGhK_g5o
No Meeting November 22nd
Reminder to all members and guests that there will not be a meeting this coming Wednesday - November 22nd.
Congratulations Adam Kutell
Congratulations to Adam Kutell on receiving his Triple Crown Award at today's District 8 Conference. Well Done!
Youth Leadership Graduation
Congratulations to our Youth Leadership graduates! John Paul Angeli, Mary Grace Angeli, Claire Croxton and Eileen Croxton (from left to right) participated in the 8 week Toastmasters Youth Leadership Program, which culminated in them getting the opportunity to use what they learned by writing and delivering their "ice breaker speech" at a … Continue reading Youth Leadership Graduation
Meeting Minutes November 15, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: November 15, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Thanksgiving” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:01 PM Presiding Officer: Kate Schafroth, Officer at Large Officers’ Reports: NONE Committee Reports: NONE Unfinished Business: Secret Santa gift exchange: unfortunately not enough participants this year, … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 15, 2017
Meeting Minutes November 8, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: November 8, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Cappuccino ” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, President Officers’ Reports: NONE Committee Reports: New retention committee led by Bill Collier. Members include Bill Collier, Sarah Pitkin, Steve Winheim … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 8, 2017
Meeting Minutes – October 25
Meeting Date: October 25, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Halloween” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Sarah Pitkin, Secretary Officers’ Reports: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes – October 25
Meeting Minutes October 18, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: October 18, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Unforgettable mentors” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 18, 2017
Guest night and open house Oct. 18th
The members of South County Toastmasters welcome you to attend our upcoming open house meeting on October 18th 2017. Snacks and beverages will be provided Toastmasters provides you with the tools to become a great communicator and leader, or to hone skills that you already have. Be prepared so that when important occasions arise, you … Continue reading Guest night and open house Oct. 18th
Meeting Minutes October 4, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: October 4, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Once upon a time” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 4, 2017
Welcome home Jim! Job well done!
South County Toastmasters is proud to spotlight Mr. Jim Bubash for his outstanding volunteer efforts with the Red Cross in Florida in the wake of Hurricane Irma. We are fortunate to have such an amazing group of members that actively contribute to our community and in Jim's case willing to travel long distances to … Continue reading Welcome home Jim! Job well done!
Meeting Minutes September 27, 2017
Meeting Date: September 27, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “First Days of Fall” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 27, 2017
Youth Leadership Program
Jim Salih, Victor Mattison, Brent Stewart, Stacy Duncan and Phil Gawlak lead a Youth Leadership meeting. This was the second of 8 weekly meetings. This was the groups first opportunity to present a prepared speech, "The Ice Breaker" and to try their hand at the art of the speech evaluation. The Youth Leadership Program is … Continue reading Youth Leadership Program
Meeting Minutes September 20, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: September 20, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Rocks” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 20, 2017
South County Toastmasters Win in the Area 04 Contest
Congratulations to George Kiser and Kathy Denton! George won first place in Humorous Speech and Kathy won second place in Table Topics at the recent Area 04 speech Contest. Well done!
Meeting Minutes September 13, 2017
Meeting Date: September 13, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Warm Drinks” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 13, 2017
Meeting Minutes September 6, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: September 6, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: ”Work Day” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 6, 2017
Youth Leadership
Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Our organization has more than 352,000 memberships. Members improve their speaking and leadership skills by attending one of the 16,400 clubs in 141 countries that make up our global network of meeting locations. Learn more about Toastmasters here: Toastmasters.org The Youth Leadership Program is a concentrated … Continue reading Youth Leadership
Meeting Minutes August 30, 2017
Meeting Date: _August 30, 2017_______________ Called to order at: __7 pm__________ Location: _____Met Life Bldg. Presiding Officer: _Kathy Denton_______________________ Greeter:______None_________ Invocator/CLE: __Rob VanWinkle_______ ************************************* Officers’ Reports Treasurer Rich Puskarich reminded people to start sending in their dues of $51.00 by September 24th. ************************************* Committee Reports - none ************************************* Unfinished Business - none ************************************* New Business … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 30, 2017
2017 T.I. Winning Speeches
Here are the top three speeches at Toastmasters International. ------------------------------------------ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_alq6yYbpc ------------------------------------------ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEfEQyz0rdw ----------------------------------------- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24Gmfk1r0i0 -----------------------------------------
A Guide to Keeping Meetings On Time
Keeping meetings on time is just as important as any other part of our Toastmaster meetings. Not only will it get people out of the meeting at the expected time, but it will also give those who have meeting roles and officer positions a chance to practice time management, meet the expectations of our guests … Continue reading A Guide to Keeping Meetings On Time
Meeting Minutes August 23, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: August 23, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: “Once in a lifetime experiences” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, President Officers’ Reports: NONE Committee Reports: NONE Unfinished … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 23, 2017
Meeting Minutes August 16, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: August 16, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: ”The Changing of Seasons” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 16, 2017
Congratulations Tim Sullivan
Congratulations to Tim Sullivan for completing the required 10 speeches to qualify for the Competent Communicator award. Club President Kathy Denton presented the award to Tim at the August 16th club meeting. Well done Tim!
Meeting Minutes August 9, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: August 9, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: ”National Book Lovers’ Day” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:01 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, President Officers’ Reports: NONE Committee Reports: Jim Salih announced … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 9, 2017
Congratulations to Kate Schafroth
Congratulations to Kate Schafroth for earning her Competent Communicator Award. Club President Kathy Denton (left) presented the award to Kate at the August 2nd club meeting. Well done Kate!
Meeting Minutes August 2, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: August 2, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: ”Summer fun” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:01 PM Presiding Officer: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 2, 2017
Meeting Minutes July 26, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: July 26, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: ”The dog days of summer” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 26, 2017
Meeting Minutes July 19, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: July 19, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: ”National Ice Cream Day” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 19, 2017
Meeting Minutes July 12, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: July 12, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: ”National Simplicity Day” Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:01 PM Presiding … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 12, 2017
New Club Officers Installed 6/28/2017
Please welcome South County Toastmasters' newest officers. From left to right: Tim Sullivan; VP of Membership, Phil Gawlak; VP Public Relations, Sarah Pitkin; Secretary, Geoff King; Sergeant at Arms, Kate Schafroth; Officer at Large and Kathy Denton; President. James Childress - Standing Division A Director, performed the installation. Not pictured: Victor Mattison; VP of Education … Continue reading New Club Officers Installed 6/28/2017
Congratulations Adam Kutell
Adam received a perfect attendance award for attending every meeting during his recent tenure as President of South County Toastmasters. Adam believes in the importance of attending as many club meetings as possible, even if you have no roll and he leads by example. Presented by Tom Terrific.
“Save Your Life” – Brent Stewart
Brent recently shared this story at Toastmasters. It could "Save Your Life." https://youtu.be/i2BDuaiXf_g
Meeting Minutes July 5, 2017
Meeting Date: July 5, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Celebration Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Kathy Denton, President Officers’ Reports: NONE Committee Reports: Dave Domian reminded the club of the picnic on Sunday, July 9. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 5, 2017
Meeting Minutes June 28, 2017
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: June 28, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Adam Kutell, President Officers’ Reports: None Committee Reports: Brent Stewart updated the club on the good standing … Continue reading Meeting Minutes June 28, 2017
South County Toastmasters BBQ
We look forward to seeing everyone on July 9th at Crestwood Park. 2:30pm - 5:30pm meal served at 4pm. Please be sure to RSVP with David Domian at david.domian@lpl.com with the number of guests attending and what side dish you will be bringing. Directions for Crestwood Park: http://www.cityofcrestwood.org/egov/apps/locations/facilities.egov?view=detail;id=14
Meeting Minutes June 21, 2017
Meeting Date: June 21, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: World Handshake Day Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Adam Kutell, President Officers’ Reports: Minutes from last week incorrectly noted that Brent Stewart was the camera operator. Due to a change in schedule Steve Winheim served in that … Continue reading Meeting Minutes June 21, 2017
Treasurer’s Report June 20, 2017
A year ago, June 20, 2016 we had $1988.18 in the bank. Today - June 20, 2017, we have $2438.45 in the bank. Most of the increase is from decreased spending and donations of trophies, binders, technology, other materials and printing by club members. Thanks to all who have helped the club prosper.
Meeting Minutes June 14, 2017
Meeting Date: June 14, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: None Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Adam Kutell, President Officers’ Reports: None Committee Reports: None Unfinished Business: Minutes from last week’s meeting were reviewed and approved. New Business: The nominated slate of … Continue reading Meeting Minutes June 14, 2017
Meeting Minutes June 7, 2017
Meeting Date: June 7, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: None Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Adam Kutell, President Officers’ Reports: None Committee Reports: Susan McConnell shared that there is now a full slate of officers for the next term (July – December) and that … Continue reading Meeting Minutes June 7, 2017
Meeting Minutes May 31, 2017
Meeting Date: May 31, 2017 Meeting Type/Theme: Speech Marathon Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Adam Kutell, President Officers’ Reports: None Committee Reports: None Unfinished Business: Minutes from last week’s meeting were reviewed and approved with an amendment as noted in Announcements below. New … Continue reading Meeting Minutes May 31, 2017
Congratulations to Kathy and Victor
Congratulations go to Kathy Denton for earning another Competent Communicator Award and Victor Mattison for earning his first Competent Communicator award. Club President Adam Kutell presented the awards to both Kathy and Victor.
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