April, 2015 Newsletter - District 62 Toastmasters
TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL NEWSLETTER District 62 News and Events District LXII April, 2015 INSIDE THIS ISSUE District News News and events from the four divisions. Toastmasters Goes to High School A look at the power of Youth Leadership program. It’s Time to SPARKLE! Contest begins soon; see article for details! Spring Conference Info Several pages worth including the registration form. District Election Process What you need to do as we thank our leaders for the service and look ahead to next year! D62 Helpers Can you give a little help to your D62 helpers? The Last Page Odds and ends for your entertainment and enlightenment. What’s Next? By Amy Moored, DTM District 62 Governor 2014-2015 Fellow Toastmasters, I'm excited about what's in store for us over the next few months. Throughout the rest of April there are Division Speech Contests. I just attended the W Division Contest on Saturday. I'm going to C Division's contest this Wednesday evening and S Division's contest on Saturday, April 18. Based on what I've seen, we will have some great speakers in Jackson on May 2nd. Come out and support your fellow Toastmasters! At the end of April there is something I'm really looking forward to – the visit from Toastmasters International President Mohammed Murad. Many people in our District are working hard to make sure the visit is special and that YOU have an opportunity to meet President Murad. Here are a few of the opportunities: 4/29/15 “Toastmasters Officer Celebration,” at On the Border, 3676 Potomac Circle, S.W., Grandville, MI 49418 from 6-8pm (Contact: Marla Woodward - [email protected]) 4/30/15 Multi- Club Open House “Is Leadership for Me?” at Steelcase Global Headquarters, 901 44th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 48508 from 11:30am-1pm (Contact: Sean Fahey [email protected] -space is Limited) 4/30/15 Community Event - "Life is a Leadership Opportunity" at FireKeepers Casino Hotel, 11177 E. Michigan Ave, Battle Creek MI from 7-9pm (Contact: Karen Newhouse [email protected], Cost is $10) 5/4/15 Networking & Recognition Lunch atAccident Fund 200 N., Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933 from 11:45am-12:45pm (Contact: Alicia Perez-Banuet - [email protected]) 5/4/15 – Toastmaster Open House – at MSU (Location TBD) from 3:15-4:15pm 5/4/15 – Community Event , "Life is a Leadership Opportunity" at Memorial Healthcare, (Main Auditorium) 826 King Street, Owosso, MI, home of the Curwood Toastmasters, from 6-7:30 pm (Contact: David Elston [email protected]) … Continued on page 2 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 What’s Next? Continued from Page 1 Then, on May 1st – the Spring Conference "The Story in You" begins in Jackson, Michigan. You will have the opportunity to meet President Murad here, as well as our keynote speaker, Kelly Swanson. The conference is full of great activities – the annual business meeting, our DTM (Distinguished Toastmaster) ceremony, two speech contests and lots of opportunities to connect with Toastmaster friends from across Michigan. At the Spring Conference, we will also elect our new leaders for next year. If you're a club President or Vice President Education – make sure you are there (or send a proxy) so you can cast your vote. Plan your club's officer elections for May. You'll want to submit the officer list as soon as possible to ensure you are receiving communications about training opportunities. Throughout the rest of May and June I will be focusing on helping each club in District 62 reach distinguished status (or better) by June 30 and looking ahead to another great year in Toastmasters! If your club needs support with some of their upcoming goals, please let your Area or Division Governor know or reach out to me via email: [email protected]. A well planned open house that inspires a couple more members to join your club may be all your club needs to achieve distinguished status this year. Or that could be the spark that inspires your club for another great year. We have a few other events and opportunities that may help provide that spark. They include: The "Sparkle" Website Contest – See Carol Prahinski's article on page 10 for details. Toastmasters Night with the Lansing Lugnuts (June 5, 2015). Contact Sue Maul [email protected] by April 27, 2015 if you're interested in attending the game. Incoming Club Officer Training scheduled for June 27, 2015 at the MSU Campus in East Lansing, MI. (If you want to help with this event, please email Lorrie Ito ([email protected] or me.) And most importantly, don't forget to celebrate and recognize your club members' achievements in June or early July! Each Toastmaster dedicates a lot of time and energy into each speech they prepare and meeting role that they fulfill. There are also a number of members that continue to do even more – organizing club open houses, contests, serving as a club officer, serving as a district leader or organizing an area, division or district event. Your club and District 62 would not be successful without these members. Thank you, fellow Toastmasters – I look forward to hearing about your accomplishments and what's next for you at the Spring Conference in Jackson, MI on May 1 – 3, 2015. 2 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 News From Across the District District leaders, area leaders, club officers, Toastmasters across District 62… We’re looking to publish what is happening in your neck of the woods. Please send news items including new clubs, club, area, or member recognition, and other items of note to [email protected] by the tenth of the month to see it printed here. Thanks for your support of your district newsletter! All standings as of April 11, 2015. The following Toastmasters in C Division completed educational awards in District 62 last month: Sylvia Brown Tara McCoy-Jones William Ray Carol Prahinski Darin Witkowski Jack Pyle John Trudgeon Kimberly Fedewa Kathy Brooks Daniel Hudson Brittney Wright Jackson Trailblazers Jackson Trailblazers C-Division Advanced Speakers Insights Toastmasters Yawn Patrol Speakeasies Speakeasies Secondary to None Curwood Toastmasters Power Toastmasters Energizers Toastmasters C-DIV Distinguished Club Standings: Top 3 1. Curwood Toastmasters (Area 13) 8 points 1. Eloquents (Area 3) 8 points 3. C Division Advanced (Area 3) 7 points 3. Insights Toastmasters (Area 3) 7 points 3. Yawn Patrol (Areal 5) 7 points 3. Rising Stars (Area 6) 7 points 3. Toastnotables (Area 7) 7 points 3 CL CC CC ACG CC CL CL CC ALB CL CC C-Div Clubs that Need Coaches: 2714 - Secondary to None Club If interested in assisting as a coach, please contact your Area Governor, Division Governor, or Tammy Slavik, Club Coach Chairperson at [email protected] or 989.370.2757. TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 More from C-Division! Area Evaluation & International Speech Contestants Area 5: International Speech Contest 1st Place: Jared Burkhart, Yawn Patrol 2nd Place: Bill Ray, Yawn Patrol Evaluation Contest 1st Place: Jared Burkhart, Yawn Patrol Area 6: From left to right: Vandell Stewart; Brad Bammert; Mike Venturini, C3 Club, winner of the Evaluation Contest; Cheryl Ketchens, Rising Star Club, winner of the International Speech Contest; Todd Lancaster; Rebecca Calkins Area 13: International Speech Contest 1st Place: Ryan Humphrey, Auto Owners 2nd Place: Michael Barrel, Curwood 3rd Place: Joy Archer, Curwood Evaluation Contest 1st Place: Ryan Humphrey, Auto Owners 2nd Place: Susan Baldwin, Curwood 3rd Place: Faith Cooper, Auto Owners *Thanks to Sue Maul, C-Division Governor, for providing the contest photos! 4 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 5 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 The following Toastmasters in E Division completed educational awards in District 62 last month: Rachel Jacobs Elvin McKenney Mary Anne Dobson Oliver Johnson Lorrie Ito Timiya Banks Elvin McKenney Jeannie Dellar Menahem Lender Megan Donaldson Baker Buzzz Greater Flint Club Greater Flint Club Hemlock Talk Mount Pleasant Club Greater Flint Club Greater Flint Club Midland Club Hemlock Talk Wednesday Speakers Circle E-DIV Distinguished Club Standings: Top 3 1.Tuesday Talkers Toastmasters (Area 15) 9 points 2. Saginaw Harvey Spaulding (Area 16) 7points 3. Greater Flint (Area 11) 6 points ALS CL CL CC CL ACB ACB CL CC CL E-Div Clubs that Need Coaches: 112691 - Baker Buzzz 1586683 - Find Your Voice If interested in assisting as a coach, please contact your Area Governor, District Governor, or Tammy Slavik, Club Coach Chairperson at [email protected] or 989.370.2757. My apologies for the error that appeared in last month’s newsletter. I do my best to eliminate them, but some just find a way to sneak back in. Thank you for your understanding! 6 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 The following Toastmasters in S Division completed educational awards in District 62 last month: Robert Budesky Peggy McCourry Carla Dey Lynda Kistler Katharina von Kennel Dennis Wood Timothy Lomas Michelle Steffes Amy Tefft Cindy Lang Kathy Cameron Allen Hight Thomas Lynema Kate Burns Judy Hartgerink Galesburg Toastmasters Gun Lake Toastmasters Whirlpool Club Goodwill Industries Stryker Toastmasters Kellogg’s Toastmasters Gun Lake Toastmasters Gun Lake Toastmasters Gun Lake Toastmasters Goodwill Industries Lakeland Toastmasters Logistics Center Toastmasters Gun Lake Toastmasters Orbicular Orators Transformed Toastmasters S-DIV Distinguished Club Standings: Top 3 1. Lakeland Toastmasters (Area 21) 2. Gun Lake Toastmasters (Area 9) 3. Logistics Center (Area 4) 3. Kalamazoo Club (Area 8) 7 8 points 7 points 6 points 6 points CL CC ALB CC CL ACG CC CC CC ACS CL CC ACS CL CC TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 8 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 The following Toastmasters in W Division completed educational awards in District 62 last month: Margaret Sieh Elisabet Pons Tami Lynn Sims Noreen Savage Laurel Freshour Rocky Nichols Cynthia Bailey Henry Bouman Janet Broadbent Margaret Sieh Paula Oja Margaret Sieh Margaret Sieh Kimberly Rich West Michigan Advanced Amway Soapbox BDO Club GVSU Club Lunch Bunch Club Lakeshore Club Toast of the Town Toast of the Town Amway Soapbox Toast of the Town Amway Soapbox Toast of the Town West Michigan Advanced North Kent Community Club W-DIV Distinguished Club Standings: Top 3 1. Amway Soapbox Club (Area 1) 1. GVSU Club (Area 18) 3. Lakeshore (Area 19) 8 points 8 points 7 points CL CL ALS CL CL CL CL CL CL ACG ACG LDREXC DTM CC W-Div clubs that need coaches: 1995 – Cadillac Area Toastmasters 9371 – Tri-City Club 7910 – White Lake Club 352 - Cascade Engineering Club If interested in assisting as a coach, please contact your Area Governor, District Governor, or Tammy Slavik, Club Coach Chairperson at [email protected] or 989.370.2757. 9 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 Toastmasters Goes to High School by Elaine Warakomski, VP PR, Midland Toastmasters & Jeannie Dellar Over the past 4 years the Midland Toastmasters Club has worked with both Midland High and Dow High School Sales & Marketing teachers to present an 8 week Youth Leadership program which is a scaled down version of a Toastmasters meeting. Midland Toastmasters Jeannie Dellar, Tracey Meyette, Chris Egan and Jim Graczyk have all helped bring the program to the schools. Throughout the course students are encouraged to practice skills familiar to every Toastmaster. They initially vote for Officers and eventually are able to run the meetings almost on their own. "Our focus is to offer public speaking and evaluation skills for the students and give them a chance to practice what they learn," shared Jeannie Dellar, a member of the Midland Toastmasters Club and co-facilitator of the program. After the very first speech, students showed improvement based on comments given from their classmates. In addition they became more comfortable with each other. As one student put it, “There is a greater sense of respect among us now.” "People took constructive criticism well," reflected Lydia. Dellar added," Thoughtful evaluations encourage growth and are a key aspect of the program." A sense of camaraderie among class members came as a bonus to many students. "I think it really brought all of us closer," shared Eilah Nanny, "Our friendships have gotten stronger because of the personal level of speech topics." Saeed also reflected on the value of sharing personal stories. "I got to know more people in my class. I don't think anyone really knew me much either. They didn't know what I liked or what I do. Now, in some ways, they do." Ben and Justin shared specific skills they learned from the program such as attention-getting introductions and closings that call the listener to action. They also commented on the lifetime benefits of becoming a better, more confident speaker. Alexa’s experience is similar to that of so many adult Toastmasters. "I used to be very scared to speak up in groups. I would never raise my hand before the program began," she confessed. "I used to freeze up but now it's easy." The Youth Leadership program is opening new doors for the students who are participating in this program– perhaps even more than they know. 10 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 Is Your Club’s Website Ready to SPARKLE? by Carol Prahinski, DTM, Past District Governor Get your websites polished by May 5th to win the SPARKLE contest. All clubs with a website are eligible. Research has shown that community clubs that have a website connected to “Find a club” on Toastmasters International (TI) website have average three members greater than clubs that don’t have a website connected to “Find a club.” With that in mind, we shall provide some awards to encourage a sparkling salutation to your club with a sincere and stimulating website. All clubs are eligible and will be considered for the Sparkle Contest. To make the first judging hurdle, the club website must include at least four of the following six criteria: Link to TI website Link to D62 website Link from “Find a club” on TI website Working email address and/or phone number on the club website Inclusion of required disclaimer: “The information on this website is for the sole use of Toastmasters’ members, for Toastmasters business only. It is not to be used for solicitation and distribution of non-Toastmasters material or information.” Inclusion of club mission statement For more information on the appropriate use of TI intellectual property, see Policy and Protocol 4.2 (page 159+) for more information. Additional criteria will be presented by late January. It will include additional aspects that make a club website welcoming and professional, such as the active use of “Meet our members,” detailed directions to the club meeting, customized photos, the calendar, elimination of errors and/or dead links, and having a kudos or brag page. Awards: The top 5 websites will be promoted on TI’s LinkedIn page, D62 Facebook pages and D62 Newsletter. The winning club website will be promoted at the main Toastmasters Leadership Institute at the end of June (Pending approval) A letter from our International Director to the winning club congratulating your club on your success in the Sparkle website contest Promotion of the top club on the D62 website home page Promotion of the top club in the D62 Newsletter Evaluation of the club websites will begin on May 5th. Your club website is a team project. Have fun and enjoy! 11 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 SPECIAL SECTION: SPRING CONFERENCE INFORMATION & REGISTRATION by Susan Franck, Conference Chair District 62 Spring Conference in Jackson Michigan: News You Can Use! The Spring Conference is just 2 weeks away! May 1-3, 2015 The Theme is: The Story in You! Do you like hearing a good story? In my opinion, a good story transports me into another person’s experience and gives me something to learn from, think about later and is entertaining. The story opens my imagination and helps me to consider something from another’s point of view – it might even motivate me to do or stop doing something. That’s powerful. There is a powerful story(s) inside of you. Are you sharing it? Do you know what that story is or how to share it? That is why you want to come to the District 62 Spring Conference. At the Spring Conference, you will hear two compelling guest speakers with incredible personal stories and they will help you to define the ‘Story in You’. The first is Mohammed Murad, Toastmasters International President from Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the second is our keynote speaker Kelly Swanson from North Carolina. On Kelly’s website, http://www.kellyswanson.net/, she talks about teaching you how to Harness the Power of Your Story to Connect, Influence, and Get Results. She writes, “Our ability to work at our highest level, set goals and achieve them, find passion and purpose in what we do, and not kill ourselves in the process, is dependent on the story line running through our head. The script we give ourselves will lead our actions and behaviors. That’s the inner script. Our ability to sell more, deliver better customer service, lead more effectively, and be more successful, hinges on our ability to connect with those we serve. That’s the outer script. I can help with both.” Kelly will be helping us with our stories on Friday night and Sunday morning. On Saturday night, we get to enjoy her comedy keynote. This is a great date night.... who can YOU bring? Mohammed Murad will be with us the entire conference and on Saturday will be sharing some great lessons on bringing out our leadership potential using our stories. This is only the beginning of the storied treasures you will uncover during the Spring Conference. Sign up today! 12 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 Spring Conference Checklist 1. Pre-Register for the Spring Conference by next Friday, April 22 if you want to eat. Registration includes all of your meals! What a deal! FYI- Conference volunteersneed to register too. 2. Book your Hotel Room: If there are rooms still remaining the cost is $107 per night (plus $23 in taxes/fees). Click here to book room. 3. Plan to bring your family! Click here for list of activities. Use registration form for Saturday evening activities $30 per person Contests are free. 4. Take a picture of your club members in front of your club banner. Send to Paula Oja Photos on or before Wednesday, April 23rd. 5. Plan to vote in the District Business meeting. Bring Proxy if Club President and/or VP of Education cannot attend. Click here for Proxy and get it signed at your next meeting so you are ready to go! 13 Spring Conference Educational Presentations: Creating an Effective Multi-Generational Workplace Presented by: Rhonda Oyer, CC CL While not a new issue, generational differences sometimes create conflict. Those of us in the workplace today face a unique challenge with four generations currently working. Much has been written on this issue, but how do we go about “Creating an Effective Multi-Generational Workplace”? This presentation will focus on exploring some of the challenges and benefits that exist with this generational diversity and what we can do to encourage teamwork, foster communication, and draw on the strengths each generation offers to our team. Working Internationally: Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Global Gal or Guy? Presented by: Alan Headbloom As a global communications consultant, Alan Headbloom advises relocation managers to look beyond mere technical expertise when filling overseas positions. Whether the posts are filled by Americans going abroad or internationals coming to work in the U.S., there are three things expatriates will require for a successful assignment: flexibility, humility and willingness to work really hard. In this presentation, Alan will talk about why it’s so difficult to live and work inter-culturally but why it’s essential to bring a global skillset to the table in the 21st century. Are You Surviving or Thriving? Presented by: Jan Janke and Craig Carrel We will equip you to create more energy and more joy in your life. You will identify your passion and develop an actionable plan. You will leave this interactive workshop on the path to pursuing your passion…. Empowered to THRIVE! TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 Spring Conference Checklist 6. Make a list of club supplies to purchase at the bookstore and send list here so supplies can be ready for your pick up. Clear your calendar for May 1-3 and bring your family too! There are many activities and local attractions for your family to enjoy while you are at the conference. Our local Toastmasters have created a whole list for you to choose from and you will find it on the District Conference webpage 7. Plan to carpool! This week at your club meeting, encourage another member of your club to come with you! The main attraction is the 28th annual Jackson Storyfest. Held the first weekend of May each year, Storytellers from all over the United States bring their special stories to Jackson, Michigan. Audiences of all ages will share in the laughter, the tears, and the memories. This Storyfest was the inspiration for our conference theme! You may be able to share a hotel room and the costs too! Additionally, the Jackson area Toastmasters have crafted three special ‘after’ events for you and your family to experience after the conference ends on Sunday. Again you will find more information by clicking here. Priorities of our District Conference: To Learn, Laugh, be Lively and Timely. Show incredible hospitality to District Toastmasters, Guests, and Dignitaries visiting Jackson Extensive PR promotion to the community and around Jackson County to promote conference & recruit new members. Provide communication and leadership training opportunities for participants in support of the district mission. Provide opportunities for networking and the exchange of ideas. Provide recognition and celebration of district/member accomplishments. To conduct the district's semi-annual business meeting 14 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 15 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 16 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 17 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 District Election Process by Marcia Bednar ACS, ALB via Carol Prahinski DTM According to our bylaws, we must meet twice a year to conduct district business. The main purpose of the conference is the business meeting. In the spring, we vote on the proposed alignment of clubs, district officer elections and other district business. For the elections, we vote eight times – one for each office: District Director (currently Governor) Club Quality Director (currently Lt. Governor Education and Training) Club Growth Director (currently Lt. Governor Marketing) - Five Division Directors (currently Governors) C, E, S, W, and N Every Club President and Club VP Education receives the opportunity to submit one vote each. Other individuals who are eligible to vote include certain members of the District Executive Committee (current holders of elected positions, Area Governors, District Treasurer, District Secretary and District Public Relations Officer). At this time, we have 88 active clubs in the District; each club has two votes. If the Club President or Club VP Education is unable to attend the business meeting, he or she can assign a proxy (a document which gives the holder the right to vote on their behalf) to another member of his/her club who plans to attend the annual business meeting. These proxies are important to make sure we have adequate club representation to conduct business. The annual business meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 at 2:00 pm. All voting members of the district must register with the Credentials Chair, Marcia Bednar, prior to 1:00 pm. Attendance at the business meeting is free for all Toastmasters and strongly encouraged. The Proxy for our District Business Meeting District 62 Toastmasters Business Meeting – PROXY May 3, 2015 Commonwealth Commerce Center Ballroom, 209 E. Washington Ave., Jackson MI 49201 Club Name _______________________________________________________Club No. _____________ I hereby appoint _______________________________________________________________________ to vote as Club proxy at the District level business meeting stated above. Signed: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Title: (Check one) ___Club President ___Club Vice President Education Date: _____________________________ (See instructions on next page) 18 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 District Election Process Continued… Importance of proxies: Proxies play a key part in the success of business meetings at the District and International Conferences. Proxies are the mechanism by which clubs can ensure their voice is heard in decisions made at the District and International level within Toastmasters. They also count toward establishing a quorum for the business meeting held during the Spring and Fall Conferences. This particular proxy is ONLY used for the District level business meetings. Each club is entitled to two votes. One vote is held by the President and the other by the VP Education. Each District Officer has one vote. The President, VP Education and District Officers make up the District Council. The best choice is to BE PRESENT at these meetings, avoiding the need for a proxy. If however, you cannot attend, then it is VERY important you complete your proxy and have someone from your club (an active dues paid member) carry it to the meeting as your representative. It is important for your club’s voice to be heard – please plan on sending at least 2 people from your club to attend the Conference and cast their vote at the business meeting. Either the Club President or the Club Vice President Education may designate, in writing (using this form or other written communication, including e-mail) any active member in good standing of the Club to act as a proxy or proxies, and cast one or both ballots of the Club at the District Council Business Meeting. In the event one of those Officers is not in attendance at the meeting and has not designated, in writing an active member of the Club to act as proxy or proxies of the Club at any Council meeting, the other Officer in attendance may cast two votes. No other proxies shall be valid at any such meeting. Each member of the District Council or Club proxy for the Club President or Vice President Education in attendance is entitled to one vote. Any active member who carries the proxies of both the Club President and the Vice President Education from the Club is entitled to two votes: and any such Toastmaster who is also a member of the District Executive Committee is entitled to three votes (if they are President, VP Education or their proxy, plus their District Executive status). All other Toastmasters shall be limited to a maximum of two votes regardless of the number of Clubs to which they belong. The maximum number of votes that any Toastmaster may cast is three, regardless of the number of Clubs to which the Toastmaster belongs. The appointed proxy-holder must present this proxy form at the Credentials Desk at least 1 hour prior to the District Council meeting on Saturday, May 2, 2015 19 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 !!! District 62 Helper Reminders !!! Bookstore Help Sought Douglas Brinker, ALS, ACB, District 62 Bookstore Manager This year, helpers are desperately needed to assist with bookstore operations during the Spring Conference during the hours of operation as well as during set-up and tear-down. You can contact Douglas Brinker, District 62 Bookstore Manager at [email protected] or Amy Moored if you’d be willing to lend a hand. Calling All Writers Michael Barrel, CC, CL, District 62 Newsletter Editor The District 62 newsletter is in need of quality articles that promote District 62 Toastmasters. What does your club, area, or division have to celebrate? This includes, but is not limited to, new club charters, open houses, officer changes, new members, and members celebrating educational awards or working on leadership projects. Please include your division in the text. Photos, photos, photos! Nothing makes a bland, text-heavy newsletter more welcoming than the smiling faces of Toastmasters in action. Please consider submitting an article soon. If you have suggestions for the newsletter, please submit those as well. All submissions can be made to [email protected]. Attention Shutterbugs! Paula Oja, District 62 Photographer I need your help to take photographs of the events in your division and/or area. If you are interested in helping your area, division and district document events please send me your name via email to [email protected]. Please state your area and division. If you’ve taken photographs of events this past Toastmaster’s year (2014-15) please send the photographs to me at [email protected] and they’ll go into the 62 district photo archives. Thank you for your help. Your fellow Toastmasters and I appreciate your assistance! Paula Oja, District 62 Photographer [email protected] 20 TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL District 62 Newsletter April, 2015 Here are some ideas for May themed meetings, table topics, or open houses: Star Wars Day: How about bringing the power of the force to your meeting the week of May 4th? Try this for your word of the month… inchoate (adjective) Mom: Reminisces of mom, the joys and frustrations of being a modern mom, or quotes about motherhood might make a great Mom’s Day meeting! Just begun and so not fully formed or developed; rudimentary National Bike Month: Consider hitting the trail with your two wheeler in your next speech. It was time to deliver my speech, yet my hands trembled for I knew that it was still inchoate. Other May observations and celebrations to consider: Definition courtesy of google.com May 1 - Mother Goose Day May 5- National Teachers Day May 8- Military Spouses Day/ V-E Day May 8- World Red Cross/Crescent Day May 9- Lost Sock Memorial Day May 10- Clean up Your Room Day May 11- Twilight Zone Day May 12- International Nurse’s Day May 14- Dance like a Chicken Day May 15- Peace Officers Memorial Day May 17- Rat Pack Day May 20- Be a Millionaire Day May 25- National Missing Children’s Day “Anticipate the difficult by managing the easy.” -Lao Tzu District 62 62toast.com Toastmasters.org Please direct news article submissions/ photographs to: [email protected] Connect with us on social media! 21
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