Meeting Minutes Form Record of Meeting of South County Toastmasters – # 1957 Meeting Date: February 11, 2015 Called to order at: 7:00 p.m. Location: MetLife Building Presiding officer: Jim Bubash Greeter: Rob Osborne Invocator: Jerry Paul ************************************* Officers’ Reports: Dean Bone: Need 1 CC to reach President’s Distinguish Award by the end of June. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes February 11, 2015
News
Meeting Cancelled Tonight – Feb 4, 2015
Because of the bad weather, the meeting is cancelled tonight - Feb 4, 2015
Meeting Minutes January 28, 2015
Meeting Minutes Form Record of Meeting of South County Toastmasters – # 1957 Meeting Date: January 28, 2015 Called to order at: 7:00 p.m. Location: MetLife Building Presiding officer: Dean Bone Greeter: Rob Van Winkle Invocator: Seth Lindsey ************************************* Officers’ Reports Adam Kutell brought up that we are well on our way but still need … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 28, 2015
New Members Jason Murphey & Leon Sewkarran
Please welcome our newest members Jason Murphey & Leon Sewkarran. They were inducted in to our club at the Jan 21, 2015 meeting. Jason Murphey's mentor is Jim Bubash. Leon Sewkarran's mentor is Steve Bettag. Pictured, from left, are: Jim Bubash, Jason Murphey, Leon Sewkarran and Steve Bettag
Meeting Minutes January 21, 2015
Meeting Minutes Form Record of Meeting of South County Toastmasters – # 1957 Meeting Date: January 21, 2015 Called to order at: 7:00 p.m. Location: MetLife Building Presiding officer: Jim Bubash Invocator: Howard Brandt Greeter: Vamsi Jammalamadaka ************************************* Officers’ Reports: none ************************************* Committee Reports: none ************************************* Old … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 21, 2015
Meeting Minutes January 14, 2015
Meeting Minutes Form Record of Meeting of South County Toastmasters – # 1957 Meeting Date: January 14, 2015 Called to order at: 7:00 p.m. Location: MetLife Building Presiding officer: James Bubash Greeter: Howard Invocator: Caleb ************************************* Officers’ Reports: none ************************************* Committee Reports: none ************************************* Old Business: none ************************************* New Business: Steve Flick - thinking about … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 14, 2015
Mentor List
The President, VPE or VPM can use this list as a basis for assigning mentors to new members. Xialou Zheng - June 20201 - Susan McConnell Bill Day - May 2021 - Brent Stewart Bob Mahacek - Jan 2020 - Sean Sheehan Jacqueline Haar - April 2019 - Debbie Young Alex Wegmann - Dec. 2018 … Continue reading Mentor List
Area 4 International Speech and Evaluation Contest
Saturday, March 28, 2015, 9AM to Noon Cliff Cave Branch, St. Louis County Library 5430 Telegraph Rd., St. Louis, MO 63129-3556 Library Website: http://www.slcl.org/content/cliff-cave-branch Directions are available via the Library Website Please contact Rob Van Winkle at: email: sleepy5vws@att.net phone: 314-416-7215
Meeting Minutes January 7, 2015
Record of Meeting of South County Toastmasters – # 1957 Meeting Date: January 7, 2015 Called to order at: 7:00 p.m. Location: MetLife Building Presiding officer: Steve Winheim / James Bubash Greeter: Caleb Harley Invocator: Lauren Ritter ************************************* Officers’ Reports ************************************* Committee Reports: ************************************* Old Business: ************************************* New Business: Brent Stewart made a motion to … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 7, 2015
New officers for the January – June 2015 term
On January 7th, 2015 South County Toastmasters inducted their club’s new officers. Pictured, from left, are: Sergeant at Arms – Tim Budd Secretary – Lauren Ritter VP of Public Relations – Vamsi Jammalamadaka VP of Membership – Susan McConnell VP of Education – Dean Bone President – Jim Bubash. Not pictured are Dick Shields – Treasurer, Dave … Continue reading New officers for the January – June 2015 term
New Member Patrick Zeis
Please welcome our newest member Patrick Zeis. He was inducted in to our club at the Jan 7, 2015 meeting. His coach is Jim Salih.
How to be Intriguing
Sam Horn shows us the Intrigue Process - How to create interest and connect with anyone, anytime, anywhere. Note that she does this by telling stories and audience participation - all things that we need to do when giving a speech. Go ahead and borrow her techniques and see how they work in your next … Continue reading How to be Intriguing
Meeting Minutes December 10, 2014
Everyone was greeted by Cathy Money. Tom Krauska gave the invocation. President, Steve Winheim, introduced our guest Katherine Sandstone. Previous minutes were accepted. Carl Hendrickson moved to remove his previous motion in regard to amending the Bylaws- the motion was passed. Carl then made a new motion to amend the Bylaws Section 3 with this … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 10, 2014
How to Become a WordPress Editor
Here are the steps you need to follow to become an Editor for a WordPress account/blog. 1. Setup a WordPress account. You don't need to setup a blog to use WordPress, but you do need an account. Look at the picture below. Go to this website and fill-in the appropriate information. https://wordpress.com/start/account/user Notice that you … Continue reading How to Become a WordPress Editor
New TI Website – Online Resources
A lot of the old TI resources/manuals and their links don't work any more. Below is a link which seems to have most of the resources/manuals. You can either do a search through the Keywords or click through the 363 items they have listed.. https://www.toastmasters.org/Resources/Search-Resources The "Search"button at the top right of the screen will … Continue reading New TI Website – Online Resources
Election Procedures
There are two ways we have done this in the past - the short way and the long way. You will obviously need to change the names of the participants and elected officials. Since the Bylaws mandate a Secret Ballot, you will first have to remove that requirement for all un-contested positions. NOMINATION PROCEDURE Short … Continue reading Election Procedures
Meeting Minutes December 3, 2014
Record of Meeting of South County Toastmasters – # 1957 Meeting Date: _12/3/2014______ Called to order at: ___7pm______ Location: _MetLife____________ Presiding officer: ___Steve Winheim_________ Greeter____Tim Budd_________________________ Invocator/CLE Jerry Paul ___________________ ************************************* Officers’ Reports ************************************* Committee Reports: Brent Stewart reminded people of the clubs Christmas Party on Dec. 17th at the Fox Chase Apartments. Details are … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 3, 2014
Christmas Party 2014
Here are the basic details for the club's Christmas Party. Bring a food item to share. If you haven't signed up yet, give Brent Stewart a call or email. A map is below. Take exit 191 on I-55 South.
Howard’s New Computer
Howard showed off his new computer at the last meeting. He'll be doing Power Point before you know it.
Meeting Minutes November 19, 2014
Record of Meeting of South County Toastmasters – # 1957 Meeting Date: Nov. 19, 2014___ Called to order at: 7 pm________ Location: Met Life Bldg.______ Presiding officer: _Steve Winheim___________ Greeter______Tom Terrific___________________ Invocator: __Howard Brandt__________________ CL Evaluator Jim Ruzicka_____________________ ************************************* Officers’ Reports ************************************* Committee Reports: ************************************* Old Business: Brent Stewart started a signup sheet for the … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 19, 2014
Vamsi – Second Place at District 8
Congratulations goes to Vamsi Jammalamadaka for his second place trophy at the District 8 Humorous Speech Contest. Vamsi has only belonged to the club for approximately 18 months and already is a truly great speaker. We look for more great things from Vamsi in the future.
Congratulations Alita
All cheer for Alita Quires on her receiving the Full Circle Certificate at our November 12, 2014 meeting.
Meeting Minutes November 12, 2014
Jack Bettaag served as greeter. Vamsi Jammalamadaka called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm Carol Lindwedell gave the invocation. President, Steve Winheim, calls for a vote on club Christmas party to be held on December 17th. Matt Ramshaw announces that the club will be seeking volunteers for club officer positions in the next term. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 12, 2014
Meet our newest member Jim Salih
Jim Salih first joined SCTM in 1993 and was very active for about 6 years during which time he held a number of club offices including president. Jim was an area manager once, a Youth Leadership committee leader for 3 years, and Youth Leadership coordinator for about 10 years. He have taught about 15 Youth … Continue reading Meet our newest member Jim Salih
New Member Caleb Harley
Please welcome our new member Caleb Harley to our club. His mentor will be Robert Osborn. He was inducted in to our club at the November 5, 2014 meeting. Glad to have you with us.
Meeting Minutes November 5, 2014
Everyone was greeted warmly by Carol Lindwedell Robb Osborn called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm Adam Kutell gave the invocation. President, Steve Winheim inducted new member Caleb Harley and Robb Osborn agreed to a mentor's role. Adam Kutell made a motion about the pricing changes for the district meeting and the club agreed … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 5, 2014
District 8 Conference – Support Vamsi
Here's a note from Adam K about the District conference. Vamsi will be speaking Saturday night at 7:15 pm All members, As I announced at the meeting earlier this week, the District 8 Fall Conference is Friday evening Nov 14 and most of the day on the 15th. Our club has paid for our admission … Continue reading District 8 Conference – Support Vamsi
Congratulations to the Winner of the Division A Humorous Speech Contest
Congratulations to the winner of the Division A Humorous Speech Contest, our own Vamsi Jammalamadaka. His speech about the fear of being called on at Table Topics rang true for all of us and had us all laughing out loud. He will next present his speech at the District 8 Fall Conference to be held … Continue reading Congratulations to the Winner of the Division A Humorous Speech Contest
Meeting Minutes October 29, 2014
Everyone was greeted by Adam Kutell Vamsi Jamalamdaka called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm President Steve Winheim introduced guest Caleb Harley. Previous minutes were accepted. Brent Stewart motions that the club not hold a meeting on 11/26/14,the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Motion passed. Adam Kutell introduces two ideas 1) The greeter stay with guests … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 29, 2014
Meeting Minutes October 22, 2014
Meeting called to order at 7:00 by Jim Bubash. Howard Brandt gave the invocation. President Steve Winheim introduced 2 guest Caleb Harley and Ryan Barclay (previous guest) Business Meeting: Previous minutes accepted Jim Bubash announced 40 year anniversary of Oct 22, 1975 - brought a cake to share. Any Schedule request for Nov need to … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 22, 2014
Meeting Minutes October 15, 2014
Ginny Foster greeted everyone Vamsi Jamalamadaka called meeting to order at 7:00 pm. Tim Budd gave the invocation. President, Steve Winheim, introduces two guests Alana Downie and Ryan Barclay. Previous minutes accepted. Adam Kutell mentions the Division A contest on 10/30 and is asking for volunteers. Dean Bone offers Jerry Paul a Toastmasters shirt in … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 15, 2014
Meeting Minutes October 8, 2014
Meeting called to order at 7:00 by Vamsi Jamalamadaka. Dean Bone gave the invocation. President Steve Winheim introduced a guest Toni Barnett. Dave Domian gave a nice summation of the club BBQ and again thanked Tom Terrific for the use of his house. He motioned to be reimbursed 135.00 for the costs incurred. motion passed. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 8, 2014
Meeting Minutes October 1, 2014
Meeting called to order at 7:00 by Vamsi Jamalamadaka. President Steve Winheim inducted a new member Cathy Money. Gina williard requested to be reimbursed for book purchase for past president. motion passed. Toastmaster Steve Bettag (theme: post season baseball) Grammarian … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 1, 2014
A Presentation Without Power Point
The video below reminds us all of the fact that if you have good humor, vocal variety and facial expression, you not only don't need Power Point, but you don't even need pictures in a book.
Is Your Password – “Password?”
Speech I gave last Wednesday dealing with computer security.
Free Books from Scott Ginsberg – the Name Tag Guy
One of speakers who has gotten a niche market is Scott Ginsberg the Name Tag Guy. He's been wearing a name for over 5000 days and seems to be doing pretty well. Take a look at his site when you get a chance. I asked Scott about making one of his books as a free … Continue reading Free Books from Scott Ginsberg – the Name Tag Guy
Brian Ettling – Crater Lake and Climate Change
On a recent trip to Crater Lake, I found Ranger and Toastmaster Brian Ettling. Brian did a great program on Climate Change and how it was affecting Crater Lake. Brian did a masterful job and I was very proud of him and how much he has accomplished. When he comes back to St.Louis, try and … Continue reading Brian Ettling – Crater Lake and Climate Change
New Member Cathy Money
Please welcome our new member Cathy Money. She was inducted in to our club at the Oct 1, 2014 meeting
Ginny and Vamsi – Award Winners
Congratulation to Ginny Foster for winning the Area 4 Tabletopics contest and Vamsi Jammalamadaka for winning the Area 4 Humorous Speech Contest.
Meeting Minutes September 24, 2014
Meeting called to order at 7:03 by Vamsi Jamalamadaka Invocation performed by Judy Sowers President, Steve Winheim introduces two guests, Kathy and Julie. The comedy troupe from SCTM was well received at their performance Previous minutes were approved Susan McConnell gave a quick treasury report. Current Balance $2132 Expenses $1266 Income $1004 … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 24, 2014
Meeting Minutes September 17, 2014
Brent Stewart served as greeter. Meeting called to order at 7:00 pm by Vamsi Jamalamadaka Invocation by Carl Hendrickson President, Steve Winheim introduced the club business card. Carl Hendickson motioned that we vote on printing new business cards, the motion passed. Adam Kutell is checking into the GOOGLE voice service for possible charges and setup … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 17, 2014
Meeting Minutes September 10, 2014
Jerry Paul served as greeter. James Bubash called meeting to order at 7:00 pm Susan McConnell gave the invocation. President, Steve Winheim introduced two visitors, Judy and Bill Mason Carl Hendirichson motions to change bylaws of club. Discussion was tabled pending further review. Susan McConnell reminds us dues are due by at 9/17 meeting. Jim … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 10, 2014
2014 – Toastmasters World Champion
Dananjaya Hettiarachchi World Champion of Public Speaking 2014 (thanks to Don C. for this link)
Meeting Minutes September 3, 2014
Judy Sowers acted as greeter for the evening. Vamsi Jamalamadaka called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm Susan McConnell gave the invocation. President Steve Winheim introduced the guests in attendance. Erika Golart, visiting from the O'Fallon, IL TM club Joe Wright Ecatarina Previous minutes were approved. Carl Hendrickson motions to change the bylaws to … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 3, 2014
Meeting Minutes August 27, 2014
Sergeant at arms, Vamsi Jamalamadaka called meeting to order at 7:05. Acting president Brent Stewart also gave the invocation. Previous minutes were accepted. Susan McConnell reminds everyone that club dues are forthcoming. Rob van Winkle asks for help at area contest on 9/27. Alan Kirby is seeking materials for a youth leadership program and will … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 27, 2014
Setup a WordPress.com Account but not a Blog
If you would like to be a “Contributor or Editor” to our website, you need to have a WordPress account. Unfortunately, it’s not that easy to setup an account without setting up a blog, but you can with the right link. Here it is: https://signup.wordpress.com/signup/?user=1
Meeting Minutes August 20, 2014
Humorous Speech and Table Topics Contest Matt Ramshaw Sergeant at Arms for the event started meeting at 7:05 pm Brent Stewart performed invocation. Carol Lindwedell announced that Tim Budd had applied for membership. President Steve Winheim brings in Tim Budd as a new member. Jim Bubash is his coach. Jim Bubash Thanks everyone for the … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 20, 2014
New Member Tim Budd
Please welcome our newest member Tim Budd. He was inducted in to our club at the August 20, 2014 meeting. His coach is Jim Bubash.
Congratulations to our Humorous and Table Topics Speech Contest Winners
Great night with some inspiring speeches. Humorous Speech Contest Winners: 1st Place: Vamsi Jammalamadaka 2nd Place: Carl Hendrickson Table Topics Contest Winners: 1st Place: Ginny Foster 2nd Place: Shreya Gopal 3rd Place: Carl Hendrickson
Meeting Minutes August 13, 2014
Kelly Brunie served as greeter. Meeting called to order by vamsi jamalamadaka at 7:00 pm. Alita Quires gave invocation. President Steve Winheim recognized guest Tim Budd Previous minutes approved Adam Kutell announced need for members to train at TLI for our club to receive awards. Club BBQ to be held Oct. 4, 2014 Jerry Paul … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 13, 2014
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