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District 27 Toastmasters Virtual Town Hall
Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 5:00 pm EST
Join District 27 as we host our monthly virtual town hall. Talk one on one with the District Trio, ask any questions you have, and learn more about the conference.
We will discuss the conference venue and speakers, area director club visit reports, area speech contests and rules. This is your chance to express what you need or what you want to see. Any suggestions you make will be appreciated. Attend to hear important district news.If you have any questions, please email District Director Jeanna Lee, DTM, at dd27@d27-tm.org.
Note: There will be no virtual town hall due to the business meeting and the D27 annual conference.
Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86996733021
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Table Topics 2.0 Reinvented | |
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Friday, March 22, 2023
6:30 pm EST
Click here to register.
Spice up your club meetings with innovative and entertaining table topics. Table Topics are a great way to get guests involved in a meeting and for new members to practice impromptu public speaking. You don’t have to do just questions for table topics.
District 27 invites you to learn different styles and formats of Table Topics to help better the quality of your club meetings. This interactive workshop will introduce 9 table topics ideas you can implement in your next club meeting. Learn how to level up your table topics and thereby make your meetings even more fun and welcoming to guests and members.
If you have any questions, please contact District 27 Director Jeanna Lee, DTM, at dd27@d27-tm.org.
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Division Director of the Month
Division E Director Mary Pearson, DTM
Not only is Mary Pearson, DTM, a division director, she has stepped up as the Conference Hospitality Chair and a TLI Instructor for District 27. She has helped the CGD with a demo meeting and is planning a division-wide open house. Additionally, her team has worked together to get most of their area director reports done.
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Area Director of the Month
Area 55 Director Harold Blackford
Area 55 Director Harold Blackford has been instrumental in helping NRL Forum and the other clubs within Area 55 with renewals. He has also been an active participant in assisting a new club to charter soon.
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Conversation and Coffee with District Director Jeanna Lee
On Monday, February 19th, some of the District 27 members grabbed a cup of coffee with DD27 Jeanna Lee, DTM, as they discussed their clubs and district business. While sipping and socializing, we learned more about D27 history, past leaders, and our clubs.
Pictured: Alonzo White, Thanh Trang, Annette Sanks, Iris Taylor, Jenny Genser White, and Jeanna Lee
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From the Desk of the Club Growth Director | |
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Talk Up Toastmasters – 2/1/2024 – 3/31/2024 – Clubs that add 5 new, dual, or reinstated members will earn the Talk Up Toastmasters ribbon and a 10% 6 months expiring discount to the Toastmasters International shop. Provided by Toastmasters International.
“Strive for Success”-9/1/23 to 6/5/24 - The first 5 clubs who gain 5 new members within 30-days of hosting an OPEN HOUSE will receive a $25 gift certificate from TI shop; Member sponsors will receive a Stylus Pen Clubs are required to have the dates of their Open House placed on the District 27 calendar. Also a copy of the application showing who the new member sponsor is will be required. Note: This item can not be combined with other member extension incentives for clubs. Please provide proof of meeting the requirements to cgd@d27-tm.org.
“Volunteer Cheer” - 8/1/23 to 6/8/24 - District 27 will be marketing at several tabling events to promote Toastmasters. These events will require volunteers from the District’s clubs. For each of the 4 events, the first 5 volunteers who receive information that leads to an introduction meeting with organization’s decision makers will receive a Navy Tote Bag item # 6845; the first 5 volunteers who sponsor new members will receive a 2023 Convention KeyChain; the first 3 volunteers who become Club Sponsors to assist the club through the chartering process will receive a License Plate Frame.
STILL NEED TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP? - Please reach out to a Club Officer, Area Director, Division Director or to me, CGD Ida King, for more information and help with renewing. Your club needs "YOU" to help them remain in good standing and to help them become "Distinguished". If you need help, just ask.
Club Growth Director Ida King CGD@D27-TM.ORG
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From The Desk of the Program Quality Director | |
Educational Achievements and Congratulations:
DTM Touchdown --Kimbaley Williams!
TM Club & Date--Saint Margaret’s Achievers 01/28/2024
Perfect Seven TLI Dream Team Recognition
Area 12 - Que Pasa Toastmasters
Area 13 - Booz Allen Hamilton Potomac
Area 23 - DTM Masters
Area 11 - Helmsmen
Area 53 - Presidential Speakers
Area 43 - U.S.P.T.O.
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District 27 Toastmasters Annual Conference
April 26-27, 2024
Conference Chair - Herman Raybon, Jr, DTM
Conference Theme: Engage, Empower, Elevate
Questions? Comments? Problems with Registration or Payments?
EMAIL: Conferencechair@d27-tm.org
Dates: Friday April 26 at 5:30 PM - Saturday April 27 at 8:00 AM
April 26 Virtual (Business Meeting via Zoom)
April 27 Hybrid ** Payment Required for Online and In-Person **
Register https://d27_annual_conference_2024.eventbrite.com
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Inspirational Message of the Month
STRESS & MENTAL HEALTH
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Are you feeling stressed, full of anxiety or unable to focus on most days? Taking inventory of your mental health should be a top priority. When your mind is unstable, you have the potential of living a life that follows the same path. Only you know your feelings. As you go through life, it’s ok, not to be ok, but it’s not ok to remain there. This is where the practice of self-care can put you on the right track, not necessarily giving you that perfect life, but instead equipping you with the tools needed to assist in handling situations that may come your way.
Begin now to put in the work to figure out ways to alleviate any feelings that negatively affect your mental health. Here are just a few things to consider: try breathing exercises, make sure you get enough sleep, healthy eating, journaling, listening to music that relaxes the mind, exercise, take a walk, leaning on your faith by praying and meditating, etc. In some cases, being around other people can help boost your mood and brighten your mental health. Find an event to attend or plan an event. When you keep busy, within reason, this can also assist with creating a positive mental attitude.
Also, never let anyone shame you for feeling the way you feel. Strive to find a safe person and/or place where you can speak freely, in confidence with what is going on in your life. Remember, at some point in your life, it is ok, not to be ok, but it’s not ok to remain there!
Sincerely,
Deborah Jones
District 27 Chaplain
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