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Kirby Johnson!
Kirby took first place honors in the Area International Speech Contest. James Hogan made a fine showing in the Table Topics contest speaking on snowboarding.
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March 8, 2012 Metropolitan Toastmasters Club Minutes
James Hogan, Toastmaster, convened our meeting at 6:34 p. m. with a few words about the League of Women Voters and his recent interactions with them.
Word of the Day was Participatory..
The theme of the meeting was Women’s History.
Members in attendance: Frank Mayers, Mike Schoenberg, James Read more...
March 1, 2012 Metropolitan Toastmasters Club Minutes
George Leiter, Toastmaster, convened our meeting at 6:32 p. m. with a brief introduction to the meeting theme of Poetry. Word of the Day was Kerfuffle.
Members in attendance: Frank Mayers, Robin Veal, Mike Schoenberg, James Hogan, Carmen Simonet, Lynda Bennett, Craig Ostrom, George Leiter and Kirby Read more...
February 23, 2012 Metropolitan Toastmasters Club Minutes
Kirby Johnson, Toastmaster, convened our meeting at 6:36 p. m. with an
introduction to the meeting theme of Deep Thoughts, such as the
Mariana Trench, George Carlin, and the Dali Lama. The deep thought
from the Dali Lama is:
“The Dalai Lama, when asked what surprised him most about humanity,
answered: Read more...
February 16, 2012 Metropolitan Toastmasters Club Minutes
The Sergeant-at-Arms set the room up prior to the meeting. Frank
Mayers manned the front doors, until relieved by Robin Veal, to greet
both Toastmasters and guests.
Sharon Hanson, Toastmaster, convened our meeting at 6:30 p. m. with an
introduction to the subject of kindness.
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Open House – October 13th, 2011
Mark your calendar!
October is Toastmasters Month! If you've ever thought of improving
your speaking and leadership skills, now is the time to
try. Metropolitan Toastmasters, one of the oldest and most lively
clubs in the Twin Cities, is holding an open house on Thursday,
October 13th at 6:15 Read more...
Minutes for July 28th, 2011 meeting
by James Hogan
In addition to Kirby's awesome speech about Club Membership Using the 3R's (with "twisted humor" as said best by Harvey), Frank gave an interesting speech about the importance of having a healthy heart. He involved 2 moving stories of friends with heart disease, and gave good recommendations/advice Read more...
Metropolitan has Moved!
Metropolitan Toastmasters club #1696 has moved from Rice Street Library to the Goodwill/Easter Seals building on Fairview Ave N, one block north of University Avenue. You may find information about the location, including a map and photograph, here.Meetings as always begin with a meet-and-greet at 6:15 Read more...
Toastmaster of the Year–Craig Ostrem
On June 18th, our Toastmasters meeting was a special event honoring long-time member, Craig Ostrem. Current and past members took the opportunity to "roast" Craig and to say thanks for his never ending enthusiasm and encouragement. Some speakers revealed their suspicions as to how Craig could be so nice. Read more...
Changing of the guard
Each year Metropolitan members elect a new slate of officers who are responsible for various leadership roles in the club. Leadership is an important part of the Toastmasters program. The leadership roles in our club include: President, Vice President of Education, VP of Membership, VP of Public Read more...