Adam Kutell served as greeter Steve Winheim called meeting to order at 7:0pm President, Susan McConnell called for reports No business reports Previous minutes accepted with corrections. Guests that evening: Cathy Bell, Natalie Vogt, Stacey Duncan, Fran and Leroy Ettling Toastmaster Judy Sowers Tabletopics - Carl Hendrickson Grammarian Erin Gissell -- Thunder; thunderous Ah Counter … Continue reading Meeting Minutes March 23, 2016
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Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016
Steve Winheim called meeting to order at 7:00 pm Dave Domian geve the invocation. President, Susan McConnell called for reports. Old Business - None New Business Previous minutes accepted with changes. A motion was made for Jim Bubash to spend up to $30.00 for new plastic file cabinet to store paperwork in lectern. The motion … Continue reading Meeting Minutes March 16, 2016
Welcome Sarah Pitkin to the Club
The club welcomed Sarah Pitkin as our latest club member. Adam Kutell will be her mentor.
World Champion Presentation
If you've ever wanted to see a Toastmasters International World Champion in action, you've now got an opportunity to do that and the club is picking up the cost by paying for the club registration. The club’s registration includes seating for all club members and their non-Toastmaster guests. Please register at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/markbrownregistration
Meeting Minutes March 2, 2016
Dick Shields greeted everyone. Jim Bubash called meeting to order at 7:00pm President, Susan McConnell called for Officer Reports. Tom Teriffic, Treasurer, reports that the club has a balance of $2143.81 even after expense of $480 for Christmas party. Carl Hendrickson to audit books in next few weeks. $42.00 dues should be paid at this … Continue reading Meeting Minutes March 2, 2016
Congratulations to Adam and Erin
Congratulation to Adam on taking 2nd place in the Evaluation Contest and Erin taking 1st place in the International Speech Contest. Both will be competing at the Division Level. The Division contest details are below. Division A Saturday, April 2, 2016 Briefings: 1:00 pm Contests: 1:30 pm Jefferson County Library – Arnold Branch 1701 Missouri … Continue reading Congratulations to Adam and Erin
Membership Dues
I have had a number of people question me about the regular dues which are due by April 1st and October 1st. Since some new people have only recently paid, they think that they don't have to pay the April and October dues. Sorry, but that's not true. I did talk to Toastmasters International and … Continue reading Membership Dues
Meeting Minutes February 24, 2016
Jim Bubash called meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Howard Brandt gave the invocation. President, Susan McConnell called for reports. Previous minutes were accepted. Old Business - None New Business It was moved that Tom Krauska be installed as the Treasurer for the rest of the term. The motion was seconded and approved by the … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 24, 2016
Speech and Evaluation Contest Winners
Pictured above from left to right are Brian Ettling, Matt Ramshaw, George Kiser, Erin Gissel and Adam Kutell. Congratulations to all of our contest winners for both the Evaluation Contest and International Speech Contest held on Feb. 24, 2016. In the Evaluation Contest, Adam Kutell took first place and Brian Ettling took second place. … Continue reading Speech and Evaluation Contest Winners
Welcome AR to the Club
Our latest new member Abdur Rahiim T Al-Matiin, call him AR, joined the club at the Feb. 17th meeting. His mentor is Dean Bone. Welcome AR!
Meeting Minutes February 17, 2016
Dean Bone called meeting to order at 7:00 pm Tim Budd gave the invocation President, Susan McConnell, called for reports Old Business Tim Budd is seeking Evaluator contestants for the club 's International Speaking and Evaluation Contest. Previous minutes accepted as amended. New Business A.R. Al-Matiin applied for membership and was accepted as a member … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 17, 2016
Meeting Minutes February 3, 2016
Carol Lindwedell greeted everyone. Stephanie Nicholson was our guest Tim Budd Called meeting to order at 7:00 pm. James Bubash gave the invocation. President, Susan McConnell called for reports. New Business Kathy Denton was reinstated as a club member. Jan Armstrong applied for membership and was voted in . TomTeriffic will serve as her mentor. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 3, 2016
Jan Armstrong – New Member
We welcome to the club Jan Armstrong our latest club member. Jan is developing an online web course, so we are looking forward to helping her in every way we can. Tom Terrific is going to be her coach.
Welcome Back Kathy Denton
Kathy Denton, former President of the club, rejoined the group last night. We look forward to hearing what she's been up to and is learning in her new career.
Meeting Minutes January 27, 2016
Lafe Goodfellow called meeting to order at 7:00 pm Caleb Harley gave the invocation. President Susan McConnell calls for business reports. Tom Terrific asks that we spend $48 dollars to buy new name tags. Second by Jim Salih, motion passed. Tom Terrific requests $14 dollars for reimbursement on purchase of microphone cable, motion passed. Tim … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 27, 2016
Youth Leadership – 2016
Above are the judges and leader of the Fourth Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition. Four Toastmasters were part of the team held at Brittany Woods Middle School in University City. From left to right are, Regina Dennis-Nana - judge, Greg Philips - leader of the program, Wynn Miller - judge, Richard Johnson - … Continue reading Youth Leadership – 2016
Meeting Minutes January 20, 2016
Steve Winheim greeted everyone Lafe Goodfellow called meeting to order at 7:00 pm President, Susan McConnell, called for business reports OLD BUSINESS Tim Budd is seeking contestants and volunteers for thee his mentor club's International Speech and Evaluation Contest. NEW BUSINESS Adam Kutell Motions for a speech marathon on March 30 2016. Motion Passed. Tom … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 20, 2016
Tim Sullivan Inducted 01.20.16 into SCTM
Tim Sullivan was welcomed as our newest member at the January 20th, 2016 meeting. Jack Bettag volunteered to mentor Tim. Pictured right to left is Jack Bettag and Tim Sullivan
The Toastmaster Bag
Here's a tip that I make for all new Toastmasters. Find a bag that you use just for Toastmasters. When you're ready to go to a meeting, you can just grab the bag on the way out or possibly even keep it in your car so you know you'll have it when you get to the … Continue reading The Toastmaster Bag
Meeting Minutes January 13, 2016
Lafe Goodfellow called the meeting to order 7:00 pm Howard Brandt gave the invocation President, Susan McConnell, called for reports. No officer /committee reports No old business New business Adam Kutell motions that the club should hold its International speech and evaluation contest on 2/24/2016and give winners time to prepare for district. Motion passed. Tim … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 13, 2016
990-N tax form
Here is information I received from my Treasurer training and also a letter from Toastmasters Int. "Our web feedback team mentioned to me that you needed some assistance with the 990n. Are you looking for information about how to file? If so please be aware that Toastmasters International files the federal 990n on behalf of all … Continue reading 990-N tax form
Meeting Minutes January 6, 2016
Greeter: Jack Bettag Invocator/CLE Carol Lindwedell Dave Domian serving as outgoing president calls for business announcements. old business: none Committee reports: none New slate of officers previously announced are sworn in for the next term. Toastmasters International will host a TLI program for all new officers on 1/16 at Maritz in Fenton. New president, Susan … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 6, 2016
Area Speech Contest – March 3, 2016
International Speech and Evaluation Contests Briefings: 6:00 pm Contests: 6:30 pm Grant's View Branch - St. Louis County Library (Brand New Library) 9700 Musick Road, St. Louis, MO 63123-3935 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Information from the Area Director is below. Get ready for our exciting new contest! We will be having our International and Evaluation Contests. The area … Continue reading Area Speech Contest – March 3, 2016
New Officers Installed – January 6, 2016
New South County Toastmaster officers were installed on January 6, 2016. Pictured from left to right are: Jim Bubash - Officer at Large, Robert Osborn - Secretary, Jen Wilbers - Treasurer, Jerry Paul - VP Public Relations, Dean Bone - VP of Membership, Susan McConnell - President, and Adam Jackson - VP of Education. Not … Continue reading New Officers Installed – January 6, 2016
Next Meeting – January 6th – Happy Holidays
Our next regular meeting will be January 6th. That's also the date for the new officer installation.
Meeting Minutes December 9, 2015
Meeting minutes for Dec. 9, 2015 Call to order 7pm Met Life Building Presiding officer Dave Domian Invocator Jim Salih Business meeting Minutes from prior meeting accepted Officers reports: None Committe reports: Adam Kutell discussed a motion to address needs of entire club: #1: club pays entire cost of christmas party #2: donations accepted at … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 9, 2015
Meeting Minutes December 2, 2015
Minutes for Dec. 2, 2015 Call to Order 7pm Met Life Building Dave Domian Presiding Officer Invocation: Gary Brown Business Meeting: Officers Report: Dick Shields (Treasury Business) reported 55 people paid to attend the 40th Anniversary Party for a total of $687.50. Andres was paid $664.00 for the party with $23.02 left over. The club … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 2, 2015
New Members
Please welcome new members Bobbie Hudson and Rich Puskarich to South County Toastmasters. Their mentors are Carol Linwedel and Brian EttlingThey joined at this evening's meeting December 2, 2015.
Website Video
Here's is some basic information about our website.
Meeting Minutes November 18, 2015
Meeting Minutes for Nov. 18th, 2015 Call to Order 7pm Met Life Building Dave Domian: Presiding Officer Minutes from previous meeting emailed out and accepted Officers reports: None Committee reports: James Bubash reported on selection of new slate of officers. New slate as follows: President: Susan McConnell Vice President of Education: Adam Jacks0n Secretary: Rob … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 18, 2015
Club Picture – Veterans and God Bless America
Our last meeting had a theme of honoring the Veterans of the U.S. The veterans who were present at the time were Tom Terrific, Carl Hendrickson and James Bubash. The other veterans in the club are Howard Brandt, David Rogers, Steve Winheim, Liz DeCamp and Jack Bettag. Jeffrey Gonder also did a stirring rendtion … Continue reading Club Picture – Veterans and God Bless America
New Members – Gary Brown and Ely Macaraeg
Welcome to our two new members Gary Brown, with his mentor Tom Terrific, and Ely Macaraeg, with his mentor Caleb Harley. Also pictured is our dapper president - Dave Domian.
Brent is Nuts for Nuts
Brent Stewart did his annual "Nuts"speech and reminded us of all the health benefits of nuts. Brent is selling these nuts to benefit all of the worthy causes that Kiwanis supports. The cost is $25.00, so give Brent a call or email to reserve your can of nuts. Note - for sixty years old, Brent … Continue reading Brent is Nuts for Nuts
Meeting Minutes November 11, 2015
Meeting Minutes for Nov. 11th, 2015 Call to Order 7pm Met Life Building Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Invocator/CLE: Tom Terrific Greeter: Jack Bettag Business Meeting: 701pm Minutes from previous meeting accepted as emailed on Word Press Officers Report: None Committee Reports: None Old Business: Adam Kutell gave update on status of Christmas party stating he … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 11, 2015
40th Anniversary Party Pictures
Meeting Minutes November 4, 2015
Meeting Minutes for Nov. 4th, 2015 Call to order: 7pm Location: Met Life Building Presiding Officer: Steve Bettag Invocation/ CLE: Jerry Paul Business Meeting: Minutes from Oct. 21st, 2015 discussed and accepted as posted New business: None Old business: None Comm. Reports: Adam Kutell and Erin Gissel will be the Christmas Party Comm. Liz Decamp … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 4, 2015
No Regular Meeting October 28th
Because of our upcoming 40th Anniversary Party, there will not be a regular meeting on October 28th. If you would like to attend the 40th Anniversary Party on October 28th, please call Carl Hendrickson ASAP.
New Member – Lafe Goodfellow
Congratulations to Lafe for joining the club on October 21, 2015. Adam Kutell will be his mentor.
Meeting Minutes October 21, 2015
Called to order at: 7pm_________ Location: MetLife_____________ Presiding Officer: _Brent Stewart___________ Greeter____Jim Bubash_______________________ Invocator/CLE : __Howard Brandt__________________ ************************************* Officers’ Reports - none ************************************* Committee Reports: Carl Hendrickson reminded people of the 40th Anniversary Party that we are having next Wednesday. ************************************* Unfinished Business: Adam Kutell made a motion that the club spend $60 for the … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 21, 2015
Meeting Minutes October 14, 2015
Meeting Minutes for 10/14/15 Met Life Building Call to Order: 7pm Presiding Officer: Jim Salih Greeter: Howard Brandt Invocator: Erin Gissel Announcement: Vamsi Jammalamadaka won the division A speaking contest. Vamsi is moving on to the District 8 contest @ the Double Tree Hotel in Chesterfield, Missouri on 11/14/15 Motion by Adam Kutell to accept minutes from 10/07/15 and … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 14, 2015
New Members – Julie Stricklin and Joanna Castle
Congratulations to our latest new members Julie and Joanna. Their mentors are Erin Gissle and Carl Hendrickson.
Speech by Lou Holtz
Lou Holtz not only had a great career in football and coaching, but he also is one heck of a speaker. He reminds me of an old-fashioned motivational speaker, but his messages are timeless.
Meeting Minutes October 7, 2015
Meeting Minutes for 10/07/15 Met Life Building 7pm Business Meeting Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Invocator/CLE: Caleb Harley Officers Report: None Committee Report: Carl Hendrickson reported 40th Anniversary Party. Please get reservation in for ability to network at the party and not have to worry about any table topics. New Business: Application process for two new … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 7, 2015
40th Anniversary Recognition
South County Toastmasters received this Certificate of Achievement from Toastmasters International. Congratulation to all club members and especially our one remaining founding member Howard Brandt.
Meeting Minutes September 30, 2015
Meeting Minutes-Sept. 30th, 2015 Call to order: 7pm Met Life Building Business Meeting: Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Greeter: Caleb Harley Invocator/CLE: Tom Terrific Officers report: Dick Shields Today is the deadline for dues payments. Dick has received about 80% of active members dues. Committee reports: Carl Hendrickson reported on Anniversary Party. The party is Oct. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 30, 2015
New Member – Kyle Luzynski
Congratulations to Kyle Luzynski for joining the club as our latest member. Pictured with Kyle is V.P. Membership Susan McConnell and President Dave Domian. Kyle's coach is Jim Bubash who was not present at the meeting.
Meeting Minutes September 23, 2015
Meeting Minutes for Sept. 23, 2015 Call to Order: 7pm Met Life Building Business Meeting: Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Greeter: Tom Terrific Invocator/CLE: Tom Terrific Officers Report: Dick Shields reminded everyone that has not paid dues he must receive by Sept. 30, 2015 to pay Toastmaster International on time. Dick reported for Carl Hendrickson checks … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 23, 2015
Welcome Jen Wilbers
Please welcome our latest member Jen Wilbers to the club. She joined last Wednesday and will be mentored by Susan McConnell.
Meeting Minutes September 16, 2015
Called to order: 7pm Location: Met Life Building Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Invocator/CLE: George Kiser Officers Report: Dick Shields has collected half of club dues. Deadline to submit to Toastmaster International is 10/01/15 Committee Report: 40th Annual SCTM Party set for 4th Wednesday of October 28th @ Andres. Cash bar, dinner 715pm, 12.50 per person. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 16, 2015
Meeting Minutes September 9, 2015
Sept. 9th, 2015 Called to order: 7:00pm Met Life Building Theme: Labor Day Presiding Officer: Dave Domian Greeter: Dick Shields Invocator/CLE: Max Kaiser Officer Reports: Dick Shields reported dues must be paid before Oct. 1st. $42.00 Committee Reports: None Old Business: None New Business: None Correspondence and Announcement: Dave Domian thanked Dean Bone for a … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 9, 2015
