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Weekly Hybrid Meeting
Friday August 4, 2023 12:00 PM
Theme
The Importance of Communication
Word of the Month
Aggregate noun aɡrəɡət/adjective – 1) a whole formed by combining several (typically disparate) elements.”the council was an aggregate of three regional assemblies.” 2) a material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles. “the specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments”
Toastmaster of the Day Karen J. Bradakis
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Harrison M. Holland
Speaker 1 E. Valerie Allyse
Speaker 2 Emily Lamoreaux
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Don Que Collard, DTM
Elevator Speech Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Matthew Bainsmith
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Vijay Chinnasamy
Speech Evaluator 2 Liz Apking
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Open
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Open
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Justin Monell
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Matthew Bainsmith
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Hybrid Meeting
Friday August 11, 2023 12:00 PM
We Can Do Hard Things
Word of the Month
Aggregate noun aɡrəɡət/adjective – 1) a whole formed by combining several (typically disparate) elements.”the council was an aggregate of three regional assemblies.” 2) a material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles. “the specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments”
Toastmaster of the Day Janine Donald
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Emily Lamoreaux
Speaker 1 E. Valerie Allyse
Speaker 2 Vijay Chinnasamy
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Elevator Speech Open
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Don Que Collard, DTM
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Max Rohr
Speech Evaluator 2 Karen J. Bradakis
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Open
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Samuel G. Forlenza
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Sarra Idehen, DTM
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Janine Donald
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Luis Carreno
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday August 18, 2023 12:00 PM
Keep Going
Word of the Month
Aggregate noun aɡrəɡət/adjective – 1) a whole formed by combining several (typically disparate) elements.”the council was an aggregate of three regional assemblies.” 2) a material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles. “the specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments”
Toastmaster of the Day Emily Lamoreaux
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Open
Speaker 1 Reid Tileston
Speaker 2 Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Dagney Strossner
Elevator Speech Open
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Karen J. Bradakis
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Vijay Chinnasamy
Speech Evaluator 2 Open
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Open
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Max Rohr
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Open
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Matthew Bainsmith
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday August 25, 2023 12:00 PM
Fall Foliage
Word of the Month
Aggregate noun aɡrəɡət/adjective – 1) a whole formed by combining several (typically disparate) elements.”the council was an aggregate of three regional assemblies.” 2) a material or structure formed from a loosely compacted mass of fragments or particles. “the specimen is an aggregate of rock and mineral fragments”
Toastmaster of the Day Matthew Bainsmith
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Speaker 1 Emily Lamoreaux
Speaker 2 Open
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Sarra Idehen, DTM
Elevator Speech Max Rohr
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Samuel G. Forlenza
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Speech Evaluator 2 Open
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Open
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Karen J. Bradakis
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Open
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Open
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday September 1, 2023 12:00 PM
Theme
Speak Solutions
Word of the Month
Cadence – NOUN
the beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
Toastmaster of the Day Don Que Collard, DTM
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Janine Donald
Speaker 1 Open
Speaker 2 Open
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Bob Fonarow, DTM
Elevator Speech Open
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Harrison M. Holland
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Open
Speech Evaluator 2 Open
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Emily Lamoreaux
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Joel Umbriaco
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Matthew Bainsmith
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Matthew Bainsmith
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday September 8, 2023 12:00 PM
SPECIAL MEETING – MOMENTS OF TRUTH WORKSHOP
12:00-12:01 Sgt of Arms opens Meeting
12:01-12:06 Workshop Facilitator Introduces Moments of Truth
12:07-12:25 Breakout Workshops
First Impressions – Karen Bradakis
Program Planning and Meeting Organization – Sarra Idehen
Fellowship, Variety, and Communication – Sam Forlenza
12:26-12:30 First Impressions Review
12:31-12:35 Membership Orientation Review
12:36-12:40 Fellowship, Variety, and Communication Review
12:41-12:45 Program Planning and Meeting Organization Review
12:46-12:50 Achievement Recognition Review
12:51-12:55 General Evaluator Wrap Up
Word of the Month
Workshop Facilitator Janine Donald
A moment of truth is an episode where a person comes in contact with any aspect of the Toastmasters experience to form an impression of a club’s quality and service. A Handout for the Workshop will be provided.
General Evaluator Matthew Bainsmith
Gives an evaluation of the overall Workshop. Introduces report from functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Not Available
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Not Available
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Timer Not Available
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Matthew Bainsmith
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday September 15, 2023 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Theme
Momentum
Word of the Month
Cadence, noun; a modulation or inflection of the voice. Example: “His measured cadences never convey the character’s underlying passion.”
Similar: rhythm; tempo; meter; measure; rise and fall; beat; pulse; rhythmical flow/pattern;swing;lilt; cadency; intonation; modulation; inflection; speech pattern
A sequence of notes or chords comprising the close of a musical phrase. Example: “The final cadences of the Prelude”
Toastmaster of the Day Sarra Idehen, DTM
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Rose Kirland, DTM (guest)
Speaker 1 Vijay Chinnasamy
Speaker 2 Emily Lamoreaux
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Janine Donald
Elevator Speech / Expression of Gratitude Lesli Shooter
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Don Que Collard, DTM
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Max Rohr
Speech Evaluator 2 Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Open
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Matthew Bainsmith
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Karen J. Bradakis
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Matthew Bainsmith
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday September 22, 2023 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Theme
Signs of Autumn
Word of the Month
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a modulation or inflection of the voice.“his measured cadences never convey the character’s underlying passion”
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2. a sequence of notes or chords comprising the close of a musical phrase.“the final cadences of the Prelude
Toastmaster of the Day Karen J. Bradakis
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Matthew Bainsmith
Speaker 1 Janine Donald
Speaker 2 Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Joel Umbriaco
Elevator Speech / Expression of Gratitude Valdirene Thomas
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Dagney Strossner
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Vijay Chinnasamy
Speech Evaluator 2 Sarra Idehen, DTM
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Open
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Lesli Shooter
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Don Que Collard, DTM
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Open
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Vijay Chinnasamy
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday September 29, 2023 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Theme
Super Moon!
Word of the Month
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Cadence, noun1. a modulation or inflection of the voice.“his measured cadences never convey the character’s underlying passion”
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2. a sequence of notes or chords comprising the close of a musical phrase.“the final cadences of the Prelude
Toastmaster of the Day Karen J. Bradakis
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Janine Donald
Speaker 1 Dagney Strossner
Speaker 2 Open
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Valdirene Thomas
Elevator Speech / Expression of Gratitude Janine Donald
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Samuel G. Forlenza
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Emily Lamoreaux
Speech Evaluator 2 Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Emily Lamoreaux
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Open
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Sarra Idehen, DTM
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Janine Donald
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past
Weekly Online Meeting
Friday October 6, 2023 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Fall
As summer gradually yields to the crisp embrace of autumn, the mountains transform, painting the world in hues of amber and gold, marking the enchanting transition of seasons into fall. 🍂
Plunge
[Plunge]
To Dive or Jump Suddenly: This definition refers to the act of quickly moving downward, often into water. For example, someone might “plunge” into a pool or “plunge” off a diving board.
To Engage Bravely or Boldly: In a figurative sense, “plunge” can mean to undertake something daring or risky with determination and courage. For example, someone might “plunge” into a new business venture.
Toastmaster of the Day Emily Lamoreaux
Leads the meeting. Checks that functionary roles are filled. Then calls for introduction of speakers and objectives.
Educational Moment Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Speaker 1 Open
Speaker 2 Bob Fonarow, DTM
After each speech, Toastmaster calls for introduction of next speaker and objectives.
Topics Master Janine Donald
Elevator Speech / Expression of Gratitude Emily Lamoreaux
Speaker chosen by Table Topics Master to give a 40-second presentation. There will be a 30-second evaluation of this speech during speech evaluation section.
General Evaluator Max Rohr
Explains the importance of evaluations. Introduces speech evaluators and continues with report of functionary roles: Ah counter, grammarian, timer, etc. Gives overall evaluations of the meeting.
Evaluation of the Elevator Speech Open
Presents a 30-second evaluation of the Elevator Speech.
Speech Evaluator 1 Karen J. Bradakis
Speech Evaluator 2 Lathisha Ramanayaka, DTM
Gives feedback to the speaker on the objectives and presentation of his/her speech.
Grammarian/Ah Counter Open
Checks for grammar use and Word of the Month use. Also checks for audible pauses and filler words.
Watcher / Chat Monitor Samuel G. Forlenza
Notices all meeting participants and provide feedback for improvement. Watches and facilitates the chat communication.
Listener Samuel G. Forlenza
Makes notes on the speeches and table topics and asks questions to see how well attendees listened during the meeting.
Thought/Joke/Quote Open
Presents a joke or memorable quote.
Timer Sarra Idehen, DTM
Keeps time for speeches, table topics and other roles throughout the meeting.
President or Presiding Officer Matthew Bainsmith
Calls for any club business. Wraps up meeting.
Planned Absences – Only displayed for logged in members of this site
Backup Speaker Open
RSVP deadline is past