"The Last Goodbye" by Oksana.

Speaker three December 17, 2009 presenting project # 10 "Inspire Your Audience" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Boating Ft Lauderdale Style - Part 1" by Denny

Speaker two December 17, 2009 presenting project # 1 "Warm Up Your Audience" from the Advanced Communication series 'Humorously Speaking' manual.

"Selling a Product" by Jasmine

Speaker one December 17, 2009 presenting project # 3 "Sell A Product" from the Advanced Communication series "Specialty Speeches" manual.

"Be A Lady... And Don't Beat The Boys" by Denise

"The Power of One" by Judith

"Who's Your Mama?" by Susan

"My Ice Breaker" by Emilio

"A Negro Explorer At The North Pole" by Jasmine

"When Times Are Ruff" by Vanessa

Speaker three November 19, 2009 presenting project # 8 "Get Comfortable with Visual Aids" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Make A Collective Difference In The Lives Of Others" by Jasmine

Speaker two November 19, 2009 presenting project #

"How To Avoid The No-Brainer" by Carlos

Speaker one November 19, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Speech To Inform" from the Advanced Communication series 'Speaking To Inform' manual.

"My Ice Breaker" by Bob

Speaker three November 12, 2009 presenting project 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Applying The Art Of Gremlin Taming" by Judith

Speaker two November 12, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Speech To Inform" from the Advanced Communication series 'Speaking To Inform' manual.

"Speaking Off the Cuff" by Jasmine

Speaker one November 12, 2009 presenting project # 1 "Speak Off The Cuff" from the Advanced Communication series 'Specialty Speeches' manual.

"It's Really All Just A Matter Of Perspective" by Kelly

Speaker three November 5, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"My Early Childhood Home" by Denise

Speaker two November 5, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Significant Life Transitions" by Jeremy

Speaker one November 5, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Tale Of The Crescent Moon Bear" by Roxie

Speaker three October 29, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Folk Tale" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Boxcar Willie" by Denny

Speaker two October 29, 2009 presenting project # 5, "Bringing History to Life" from the "Storytelling" Advanced Communication manual.

"Impromptu Speaking" by Jasmine

Speaker one October 29, 2009 presenting the "Impromptu Speaking" program. One of 10 educational presentations from 'The Better Speaker Series' offering techniques and information for developing basic speaking skills.

"Evaluate To Motivate" by Jasmine

Speaker two October 22, 2009 presenting "Evaluate To Motivate." One of eleven educational projects from the 'Successful Club Series' addressing skills and standards Toastmasters strive to achieve for quality meetings and successful clubs.

"The Not So Secret of Success" by Paul

Speaker one October 22, 2009 presenting project # 10 "Inspire Your Audience" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

This speech completes the ten projects in the basic manual and Toastmasters International awards the "Competent Communicator" designation to the member. Congratulations Paul!

"The Gift Of Love, Coverage" by Oksana

Speaker three October 15, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Emergency Back Up" by Roxie

Speaker two October 15, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Hidden Truth" by Tim G

Speaker one October 15, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Folk Tale" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

Trick-Or-Treat Tall Tales Tournament

Trick-Or-Treat Tall Tales Tournament
Toastmasters come one, come all!
Halloween Saturday October 31, 2009
SAIC Conference Center 12809 Science Dr, Orlando, FL 32817
- Costumes encouraged -
Free Admission - Everyone is welcome
Bring family and friends- Fun - Food - Prizes
1:30 PM registration
2:00-3:00 Original Tall Tales, 3:00-4:00 Classic Tall Tales

A printable PDF with detailed information is available by clicking here

"Jack of All Trades Or Master" by Kelly

Speaker one October 1, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"John Tesh, My Hero" by Denny

Speaker two October 1, 2009 presenting project # 4 "The Touching Story" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

Competent Leadership Manual

10 Required Projects - Overview of Meeting Roles

Project 1: page 9 Listening and Leadership (3 of 4)
Speech Evaluator, Table Topics Speaker, Ah-Counter, Grammarian

Project 2: page 14 Critical Thinking (2 of 3)
Speech Evaluator, Grammarian, General Evaluator

Project 3: page 19 Giving Feedback (3 of 3)
Speech Evaluator, Grammarian, General Evaluator

Project 4: page 24 Time Management (Timer and 1 of 4)
Timer, Toastmaster, Speaker, Grammarian, Topicsmaster

Project 5: page 30 Planning and Implementation (3 of 4)
Speaker, General Evaluator, Toastmaster, Topicsmaster

Project 6: page 35 Organizing/Delegating (1 of 4, to Organize a club...)
Speech Contest, Special Event, Membership Campaign, Public Relations Campaign, Newsletter, Webmaster

Project 7: page 41 Developing Your Facilitation Skills (2 of 4)
Toastmaster, General Evaluator, Topicsmaster, Befriend a Guest

Project 8: page 48 Motivating People (3 of 5, but #1 OR #2 required)
1) Membership Campaign/Contest Chair, 2) Public Relations Campaign Chair, Toastmaster, Speech Evaluator, General Evaluator

Project 9: page 54 Mentoring (1 of 3, to Mentor a…)
New Member, Existing Member, High Performance Leadership Project

Project 10: page 59 Team Building (2 of 2, or 1 of the roles in Project 6)
Toastmaster, General Evaluator

Project Matrix on page 76, this listing compiled by Denise W

"Renewing Your Commitment" by Jasmine

Speaker three September 24, 2009 presenting project # 5 "Speaking After Dinner" from the Advanced Communication series 'Entertaining Speaker' manual.

"The Real Challanges Of My Business" by Tim G

Speaker two September 24, 20009 presenting project # 1 "Speak Off The Cuff" from the Advanced Communication series 'Specialty Speeches' manual.

Cebu Provincial Detention & Rehabilitation Center Inmates' Tribute to Michael Jackson

Tim's speech reminded my of this amazing video production made in a prison. "Tribute to Michael Jackson" comes from the CPDRC (Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center) inmates in the Philippines.

Thanks to Byron F. Garcia's YouTube Channel which has several of the inmates' dance videos.

"Free Yourself" by Roxie

Speaker one September 24, 20009 presenting project 6 "Vocal Variety" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Identity Theft" by Paul

Speaker three September 17, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Help Me Win A Mission Trip" by Irene

Speaker two September 17, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Out Of Nowhere" by Jasmine

Speaker one September 17, 2009 presenting project # 4 "A Dramatic Talk " from the Advanced Communication series 'Entertaining Speaker' manual.

"Why You Should Have A Website" by Ron

Speaker three September 10, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Entertaining Kids Young And Old With Junk Mail" by Paul

Speaker two September 10, 2009 presenting project # 6 "Vocal Variety" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Eco Chic Or Eco Crazy" by Susan

Speaker one September 10, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

WINNERS ! Articulators Club Humorous Speech and Evaluation Contests

Denny - 1st Place Humorous Speech Contest
Rebecca - 2nd Place Humorous Speech Contest

Paul - 1st Place Evaluation Contest
Judith - 2nd Place Evaluation Contest

"My Addictions" by Donna

Guest speaker August 27, 2009 presenting the "Test" Speech for the evaluator contestants in the club Humorous Speech & Evaluation Contest.

"Boating Ft Lauderdale Style" by Denny - Humorous Speech Contest

Speaker three August 27, 2009 in the Club Humorous Speech Contest

"Lean And Green" by Tim G - Humorous Speech Contest

Speaker two August 27, 2009 in the Club Humorous Speech Contest

"Speech Writing Procrastination" by Rebecca - Humorous Speech Contest

Speaker one August 27, 2009 in the Club Humorous Speech Contest

"It's Getting Busy In The Atlantic" by Vanessa

Speaker three August 20, 2009 presenting project 7 "Research Your Topic" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"My Driving Career" by Oksana

Speaker two August 20, 2009 presenting project 7 "Research Your Topic" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Have You Built Your Pyramid?" by Daniel

Speaker one August 20, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Deliberating Domain Designs And Destinations" by Roxie

Speaker two August 13, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Changing Your Home Will Empower Your Life" by Susan

Speaker one August 13, 2009 presenting project 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Come Along With Me" by Irene

Speaker three August 6, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Stages Of Life" by Roxie

Speaker two August 6, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Let's Get Personal" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"A Taxi In Common" by Jasmine

Speaker two July 30, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Entertaining Speech" from the Advanced Communication series 'Entertaining Speaker' manual.

"The Mail Order Bride" by Denny

Speaker one July 30, 2009 presenting project # 3 "The Moral of the Story" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Its All About The Points" by Michelle D

Speaker three July 23, 2009 presenting project 7 "Research Your Topic" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Let's Go Traveling" by Oksana

Speaker two July 23, 2009 presenting project 6 "Vocal Variety" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Christmas In July" by Mike S

Speaker one July 23, 2009 presenting project # 3 "The Winning Proposal" from the Advanced Communication series 'Persuasive Speaking' manual.

Club Officer Make-Up Training

Friday July 24, 2009, 6:30 PM there is additional training offered. Click to see the flyer with the agenda and details for Club Officer Training. All officers want to attend training for personal development and to support the club to be Presidents Distinguished over the new year.

"Tight Shoes" by Jasmine

Speaker three July 16, 2009 presenting project # 4 "The Touching Story" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"What's In A Name?" by Susan

Speaker two July 16, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Working The Plan" by Roxie

Speaker one July 16, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Bond Of Motherhood" by Irene

Speaker three July 9, 2009 presenting project # 4 "The Touching Story" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Blog" by Rebecca

Speaker two July 9, 2009 presenting project # 4 "The Play" from the Advanced Communication series 'Interpretive Reading' manual.

"One Hundred And One At The Beach" by Jasmine

Speaker one July 9, 2009 presenting project # 5 "Bringing History to Life" from the "Storytelling" Advanced Communication manual.

"A Once In A Lifetime RV Adventure" by Denny

Speaker three July 2, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Let's Get Personal" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"A Royal Canadian Headache" by Paul

Speaker two July 2, 2009 presenting project # 5 "Your Body Speaks" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"God's Country" by Daniel

Speaker one July 2, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Permeate Your Market" by Mike S

Speaker two June 25, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Conquering the Cold Call” from the Advanced Communication series 'Persuasive Speaking' manual.

"The European Integration" by Oksana

Speaker one June 25, 2009 presenting project # 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

2009 July 1 Club Officers Installed

Articulators Officers for term of July 1, to December 31, 2009:

Sergeant at Arms - Paul
Secretary - Vanessa
Treasurer - Oksana
Vice President Public Relations - Jasmine
Vice President Membership - Tim G (not shown)
Vice President Education - Michelle D
President - Rebecca

"What You Really Mean" by Roxie

Speaker three June 18, 2009 presenting project # 5 "Your Body Speaks" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"A Loquacious Lingering" by Dougas

Speaker two June 18, 2009 presenting bonus material as a personal farewell.

"A True And Very Personal Story" by Douglas

Speaker two June 18, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Sometimes It's Okay" by Jasmine

Speaker one June 18, 2009 presenting project # 3 "The Moral of the Story" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Evaluating Advanced Manual Speeches" by Rebecca

Educational Focus June 18, 2009 on evaluating Advanced Manual speeches.

"Mission Trip To Honduras" by Irene

Speaker three June 11, 2009 presenting project # 10 "Inspire Your Audience" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

This speech completes the ten projects in the basic manual and Toastmasters International awards the "Competent Communicator" designation to the member. Congratulations Irene!

"The Stop Of My Wicked Ways" by Tim G

Speaker two June 11, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Let's Get Personal" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Effective Evaluations" by Michelle D

Speaker one June 11, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Parables in Luke 15" by Irene

Speaker two June 4, 2009 presenting project # 3 "The Moral Of The Story" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"A Passion To Die For" by Paul

Speaker on June 4, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

Articulators New Club Officers Elected

Officers for Club 6193 for the term July 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009 are:

President - Rebecca, CC, CL
Vice President Education - Michelle, ACG, CL
Vice President Membership - Timothy, CC, CL (as of 6/18/2009)
Vice President Public Relations - Jasmine, CC
Secretary - Vanessa
Treasurer - Oksana
Sergeant at Arms - Paul

Our club currently has 22 members in good standing. Congratulations Articulators!

"Lunch Trouble" by Rebecca

Speaker three May 28, 2009 presenting project # 3 "The Monodrama" from the Advanced Communication series 'Interpretive Reading' manual.

"Those Funny Little Rituals" by Nancy

Speaker two May 28, 2009 presenting project # 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Twice In A Day" by Jasmine

Speaker one May 28, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Let's Get Personal" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Effective Presentation" by Mike S

Speaker three May 21, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Effective Salesperson" from the Advanced Communication series 'Persuasive Speaking' manual.

"Disability" by Douglas

Speaker two May 21, 2009 presenting project # 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Fox Sack" by Denny

Speaker one May 21, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Folk Tale" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Stretching Your Leadership Wings" by Michelle D

Speaker three May 14, 2009 presenting project 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Swamp" by Tim G

Speaker two May 14, 2009 presenting project # 4 "Keep Them Laughing" from the Advanced Communication series 'Humorously Speaking' manual.

Our Clubs' Seven Officers' Roles

Serving as a club officer builds communication and leadership skills. There are seven officer roles in a club. The responsibilities and how they work together is organized by parliamentary procedure and Roberts' Rules of Order.
The President serves as chief executive officer, is responsible for general operation of the club, presides at club meetings and directs educational growth and leadership needs of the members. In cooperation with the executive team, establishes a plan for club health and growth.
The Vice President Education plans club meetings so that members achieve their personal goals, schedules speeches, signs manuals, updates progress charts, reports to Toastmasters International, and coordinates recognition.
The Vice President Membership implements a continuous marketing effort to ensure the club maintains or exceeds a charter membership level of 20 and works to promote membership and membership retention.
The Vice President Public Relations implements a program to maintain a positive image of the club, promotes the club in the media, produces a club newsletter and promotes membership programs.
The Secretary is responsible for all club records and correspondence, is custodian of the Club Constitution and Bylaws and all other official club documents.
The Treasurer is responsible for management of the clubs' finances. Collects and sends dues to World Headquarters on time, pays obligations, and develops and recommends a budget to the executive committee.
The Sergeant at Arms sets up the room for the club meetings. Ensures equipment and supplies for the meeting are in good standing. Coordinates special equipment set-ups. Greets members and guests at meetings.
The Immediate Past President provides guidance and serves as a resource to officers and members. Chairs the nominating committee and promotes the club's efforts to become a distinguished club.
Toastmasters provides training and manuals for the executive committee officers' roles. Serving as a club officer also fulfills a requirement for your Advanced Leader Bronze designation.

"Gangsters & Molls Conference" Only 2 Weeks Away!

District 84's Lieutenant Governor of Education and Training (LGET), Ron extends an invitation the the Spring Conference. The "Gangsters and Molls District 84 Spring Conference" will be in Orlando May 15, 16 and 17, 2009. More information and registration is on the District 84 website.
This will be the next level of the International Speech and Table Topics Contests. The speech competition winner could go on to World Champion, you don't want to miss it!

"The So Real Story Of Sorrel" by Jasmine

Speaker three May 7, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Folk Tale" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Discover Wellness" by Yen

Speaker two May 7, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Live It Up" by Oksana

Speaker one May 7, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Communication Business Tools" by Dori

Speaker three April 30, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Magical Brocade" by Irene

Speaker two April 30, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Folk Tale" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"Down and Out AKA Lure of the Tropics" by Rebecca

Speaker one April 30, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Intrepreting Poetry" from the Advanced Communication series 'Interpretive Reading' manual.

"Advanced Manuals" by Roxie

Speaker three April 23, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Fear" by Paul

Speaker two April 23, 2009 presenting project 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Frugality" by Douglas

Speaker one April 23, 2009 presenting project 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

Introductions - 'Educational Focus' by Michelle D

Speaking April 23, 2009

"Leftovers And What To Do With Them" by Maria

Speaker two April 14, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Leadership Traits" by Jasmine

Speaker one April 16, 2009 presenting presenting project # 10 "Inspire Your Audience" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

This speech completes the ten projects in the basic manual and Toastmasters International awards the "Competent Communicator" designation to the member. Congratulations Jasmine!

"Closing The Sale" by Mike S

Speaker three April 9, 2009 presenting "Closing The Sale." One of eleven educational projects from the 'Successful Club Series' addressing skills and standards Toastmasters strive to achieve for quality meetings and successful clubs.

"Politics Fix" by Oksana

Speaker two April 9, 20090 presenting project 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Common Denominator of Success" by Dori

Speaker one April 9, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

New Members Induction & Promise

Club membership and the Toastmasters promise

"Breaking The Status Quo" by Jasmine

Speaker three April 2, 2009 presenting project # 7 "Research Your Topic" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Three Gifts" by Paul

Speaker two April 2, 2009 presenting project 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Land Of Opportunity" by Yen

Speaker one April 2, 2009 presenting project # 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

Rebecca at Area 42 Table Topics Contest 2009

Rebecca responds impromptu to "One Thing I've Always Wanted To Do." on March 28, 2009

Paul at Area 42 Table Topics Contest 2009

Paul responds impromptu to "One Thing I've Always Wanted To Do." on March 28, 2009

Rebecca at Area 42 International Speech Contest 2009

Rebecca presents "A New Game" on March 28, 2009

Michelle D at Area 42 International Speech Contest 2009

Michelle D presents "Your Lips Are Killing You" on March 28, 2009

"I Had A Millionaire's Walk In The Corporate World" by Denny

Speaker three on March 26, 2009 presenting project # 10 "Inspire Your Audience" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

This speech completes the ten projects in the basic manual and Toastmasters International awards the "Competent Communicator" designation to the member. Congratulations Denny!

"A Magical Birthday" by Nancy

Speaker two March 26, 2009 presenting project 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Ice Breaker" by Douglas

Speaker one March 26, 2009 presenting project 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Your Lips Are Killing You" by Michelle D

Speaker one March 19, 2009 presenting project

"Princess Treatment" by Rebecca

Speaker three March 19, 2009 presenting project #2 "Interpreting Poetry" from the Advanced Communication series 'Interpretive Reading' manual.

"Back To My Future" by Jasmine

Speaker two March 19, 2009 presenting project 6 "Vocal Variety" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Renewable Energy As Stimulus To A New Green World" by Dori

Speaker two March 12, 2009 presenting project 6 "Vocal Variety" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"It's All In Your Head" by Roxie

Speaker one March 12, 2009 presenting project # 5 "Your Body Speaks" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

Articulators Achieve The “Great Eight” Challenge

Articulators submit TWELVE (12) members' dues renewals on March 5, 2009.

The “Great Eight” challenge rewards a club for submitting dues renewals for at least EIGHT (8) members between March 2nd and March 9th. For meeting this challenge the club receives a $25 Toastmasters International Gift Certificate, mailed to the President of record for our club’s use. Purchase manuals, table topic cards, stopwatches, apparel items and more from the hundreds of choices available through the TI Catalog!

Congratulations to us!

"Nothing Tastes As Good As Thin Feels" by Denny

Speaker three March 5, 2009 presenting project 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"My Thrid Home" by Jasmine

Speaker two March 5, 2009 presenting project # 5 "Your Body Speaks" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Life Pathways" by Nancy

Speaker one March 5, 2009 presenting project 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

International Speech & Table Topics Winners 2009

Articulators Table Topics Contest:
1st Place Rebecca, 2nd Place Paul, 3rd Place Denny
Articulators International Speech:
1st Place Rebecca, 2nd Place Tim, 3rd Place Michelle

Because our Area 42 is made up of four clubs, both 1st place and 2nd place will go on to compete in both contests at the area level. If any of the contestants cannot attend the contest, the next place will be asked to compete. The Area 42 contest will be held on Saturday March 28, 2009 at 2:00 pm, at the Orangewood School in Maitland. Contestants, alternates and officials are asked to arrive at 1:30 for briefings. Let's all try to attend to support our WINNERS!

"The Names I've Been Called" by Michelle D

Contestant three of Articulators Club International Speech Contest February 26, 2009

"What's That You're Saying?" by Tim G

Contestant two of Articulators Club International Speech Contest February 26, 2009

"A New Game" by Rebecca

Contestant one of Articulators Club International Speech Contest February 26, 2009

"What Makes Us Happy?" by Irene

Contestant four of Articulators Club Table Topics Contest February 26, 2009

"What Makes Us Happy?" by Rebecca

Contestant three of Articulators Club Table Topics Contest February 26, 2009

"What Makes Us Happy?" by Paul

Contestant two of Articulators Club Table Topics Contest February 26, 2009

"What Makes Us Happy?" by Denny

Contestant one of Articulators Club Table Topics Contest February 26, 2009

2009 International Speech & Table Topics Contest

Thursday February 26, 2009 – 7:30 to 9:00 am

Speech Contestants:
Rebecca, Michelle, Tim

Table Topics Contestants:
Paul, Irene, Denny, Rebecca

Contest Officials:

Contest Master Roxie, Chief Judge Mike,
Area 42 Gov Paula, Sgt-At-Arms Jasmine,
Timers Denise W & Vanessa, Counters Mandy & Chris

Contest Progression in District 84:

Area 42: Sat. March 28, 2009, 2:00 pm, Orangewood School, Maitland
Division D: Sat. April 18, 2009, Daytona State College
District 84: Fri. & Sat. May 15 & 16, 2009, Crown Plaza, Orlando Airport

"Speech Contest Rulebook 2009 - Selection Sequence - (B) . . . in areas with four assigned clubs or less . . . allow the two highest placed available contestants from each club (in each contest) to compete in the area contest." This means that potentially, four (4) Articulators could go on to the Area 42 contests in March!

"Exercise Your Brain" by Denny

Speaker three February 19, 2009 presenting project # 8 "Get Comfortable with Visual Aids" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Golden Rule" by Irina

Speaker two February 19, 2009 presenting project # 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Curiosity" by Paul

Speaker one February 19, 2009 presenting project 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Kathy's Summer Vacation" by Rebecca

Speaker three February 12, 2009 presenting project # 1 "Read A Story" from the advanced Communication series 'Interpretive Reading' manual.

"Love Is An Action" by Jasmine

Speaker two February 12, 2009 presenting project # 9 "Persuade With Power" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Dont Forget Your Beauty Sleep" by Vanessa

Speaker one February 12, 2009 presenting project 6 "Vocal Variety" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

'Table Topic Contest' response by Rebecca

Speaker five responding to "The 'Yes I Can' theme effects you how?"

'Table Topic Contest' response by Irene

Speaker four responding to "The 'Yes I Can' theme effects you how?"

Club 'Table Topic Contest' response by Judith

Speaker three responding to "The 'Yes I Can' theme effects you how?"

'Table Topic Contest' response by Chris

Speaker two responding to "The 'Yes I Can' theme effects you how?"

'Table Topic Contest' response by Denny

Speaker one responding to "The 'Yes I Can' theme effects you how?"

"Praying Can Be Dangerous" by Jasmine

Speaker three February 5, 2009 presenting project 3 "Get To The Point" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Heat In Florida" by Dori

Speaker two February 5, 2009 presenting project 5 "Your Body Speaks" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Dual Membership Contests" by Michelle D

Speaker one February 5, 2009 presenting project # 10 "Inspire Your Audience" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

This speech completes the ten projects in the basic manual and Toastmasters International awards the "Competent Communicator" designation to the member. Congratulations Michelle!

"Life in the Cold" by Dori

Speaker three January 29, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"The Maximum Disclaimer" by Tim G

Speaker two January 29, 2009 presenting project # 3 "Make Them Laugh" from the Advanced Communication series 'Humorously Speaking' manual.

"When Times Are Rough, Rely On Hope" by Mike S

Speaker one January 29, 2009 presenting project # 5 "An Abstract Concept" from the Advanced Communication series 'Speaking To Inform' manual.

It's Contest Time 2009!

Articulator's club "Mock Contest" will be February 5, 2009 at our regular meeting time and location. For more contest information go to the Club Resources and Information blog or follow these links:

• International Speech Contest Judging Criteria
• Table Topics Contest Judging Criteria
• Contest Judge's Code of Ethics
• District 84 Contests Information
  

Articulator's club "International Speech and Table Topics Contests" will be February 26, 2009 at our regular meeting time and location (officials and contestants are asked to arrive a half hour early at 7:00 am.)

• The Area 42 "International Speech and Table Topics Contests" will be in March 2009, details TBA.
• The Division D "International Speech and Table Topics Contests" will be April 18, 2009 at the Daytona Beach Community College.
• The District 84 "International Speech and Table Topics Contests" will be part of the spring conference May 15, 16 and 17, 2009 in Orlando, details TBA.

"Club Speech Contests" by Roxie

Speaker three January 22, 2009 presenting project # 8 "Get Comfortable with Visual Aids" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Standing On Shoulders" by Jasmine

Speaker two January 22, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Time Management Skills" by Christine

Speaker one January 22, 2009 presenting project 2 "Organize Your Speech" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

New Member Vote & Induction Ceremony

New members Paul and Ron are voted in and inducted into club January 22, 2009.

"Lets Go To Morocco" by Irene

Speaker three January 15, 2009 presenting project # 2 "Let's Get Personal" from the Advanced Communication series 'Storytelling' manual.

"The Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car" by Denny

Speaker two January 15, 2009 presenting project 7 "Research Your Topic" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"My Ice Breaker" by Ron

Speaker one January 15, 2009 presenting project 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Getting Real" by Irene

Speaker three January 8, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Healthy Lifestyle Changes" by Vanessa

Speaker two January 8, 2009 presenting project # 4 "How To Say It" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.

"Living Life to the Fullest" by Denise M

Speaker one January 8, 2009 presenting project 1 "The Ice Breaker" from the 'Competent Communication' manual.