The Latest Word

Newsletter of The Last Word Toastmasters
Burlington, Massachusetts

Volume 10 –August 2003

 

A Letter from The President

Enthusiasm

By Richard Levesque, CTM

 

Exceptional leaders have one distinct quality: enthusiasm! The “Last Word” club has seven enthusiastic officers and two experienced consultants desiring the same goals. We are dedicated to our members in creating an environment that is conducive to learning, sharing, and mastering the fear of public speaking. We want to serve as examples to members in our excitement, eagerness, and passion for achieving the goals established by Toastmasters International. Together we are committed to learning the ability to think and speak on our feet; to be happy and have fun in a teaching atmosphere; to be positive and confident; and to listen to others when they speak. We come together at Toastmaster meetings to help each other achieve goals that will forever change our lives. What is in it for us? The knowledge that we, as officers, have helped members overpower the fear of public speaking. If it is true that good leaders are enthusiastic, then the dedicated officers and consultants of the “Last Word” club will succeed in accomplishing these goals.

Club Officers - 2003

Officers were sworn in on July 10 by Lee Yates the outgoing area governor.  Rich Levesque looks forward to an exciting year as President of The Last Word Toastmasters Club.  A mix of old and new members comprise the new club officers.  The new officers will offer a fresh face and new enthusiasm for the club.  Please welcome these new officers and feel free to offer your comments or suggestions to improve the club.  Consultant Ruth Farrey will be assisting Sally with public relations.  And Lee Yates will be offering her wealth of knowledge as Club Advisor.

President:  Richard Levesque

VP Education: Marilyn Mahoney

VP Membership: James Tau

VP Public Relations: Sally Willard

Secretary:  Pat Murphy

Treasurer: Jeremy Szteiter

Sgt at Arms: Steven James

 

 

 

 

Ice Breakers

Many new members have given their “Ice Breaker” speeches in the past few months.

April 10, 2003 Steve James

June 12, 2003 Pat Murphy

July 24, 2003 Leslie Pavia

Congratulations Steve, Pat and Leslie.

Club Officers Attend Toastmasters Leadership Institute

Officer elect attended the toastmasters institute on June 14, in Westford, MA to learn their responsibilities in their new roles. Also included in the conference were optional sessions to improve the club.

District 31 Spring Conference

The Spring Conference and District Council meeting was held on May 3, 2003, at Bentley College.  Guest of honor was Benjamin Zander, Conductor of Boson Philharmonic Orchestra, who was bestowed the highest honor that Toastmasters can bestow on a non-toastmaster--The Communications and Leadership Award.  All members are welcome to attend the conferences.  Next conference is scheduled for the Fall.  Place, day and time will be posted at a later date.

 

Make Us Laugh!

The humorous speech contest is scheduled for September 25, 2003.    Please contact Marilyn Mahoney if you are interested:  phone 781-944-5962 or email at mkm800@aol.com.

 

Division A International Speech Contest

Frank Cormier won the international speech contest at the club level.  Frank then advanced to the Division A International Speech contest on Sunday, April 27, 2003.   Congratulations, Frank.

New Name Tags

Our sergeant-at-arms, Steve James, is ready to take his new job seriously.  He has graciously created elegant nametags for all members.  You can pick up your nametag at the entrance door.  Please remember to drop off the nametags before you leave as Steve will collect and bring the nametags to every meeting.  Thank you, Steve.

Upcoming attractions

Our new VP of Public Relations, Sally Willard, is working on a Toastmasters video to air on Burlington Cable TV. 

Also check your local newspapers for news and events on our Toastmaster’s club.

We have asked the new District 31 instructor, Hank Fleming, DTM, to conduct a 20 minute expert training session on speech evaluations.  Look for meeting date to be posted later.

 

Master/Madam Toastmasters

Please include the speaker’s speech number and allotted time on the agenda.  It is helpful to the members to know this information.

Not everyone has e-mail

Please remember to call members who do not have e-mail when you have positions open on the agenda.  We tend to use the most convenient method and just e-mail, forgetting that not everyone who would like to participate has the luxury of a computer or e-mail.  It may seem a necessity to many, but not everyone has access.  The most recent roster is available now.

 Calendar

The Last Word Toastmasters club meets at 7:00pm at the Burlington Library, 22 Sears St., Burlington, MA on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month except holidays. Guests are welcome at every meeting.

 

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Snow Cancellations: In the event of snow, meetings are canceled only if the Burlington Public Library closes early.  Before coming out on a snowy night, please phone the library, (781) 270-1690, to make sure they’ll be open.