We had a lively, fun meeting today! Highlights:

Toastmaster Scott leads our “parade” of speakers.

Scott C. did a turn as Toastmaster of the Day (meeting emcee). In full costume as the Grand Marshal, Scott shared with us why he just loves a parade! He led the meeting with great panache.
SPEECHES:

David gives first speech.

Joel tells of insurance strife.

• David B. gave his first speech, The Ice Breaker (Speech #1 from Competent Communicator Manual). His talk, “Peace and Pieces,” introduced us to David with a focus on his interest in mediation and motorcycling. Welcome, David.
• Joel H. presented Speech #9 from CC Manual. In “A Story of Unbalanced Interests,” Joel shared how he, as a new solo lawyer, dealt with the mix of negligence and perfidy surrounding a homeowner’s fight with his insurance company. 

SPONTANEOUS SPEAKING: Amara D. led the impromptu speaking session with questions on the theme of parades. Seven attendees, members and guests, fielded questions.

Guest Vivek answers Amara’s query in Table Topics.

General Evaluator Norma reviews the meeting.

EVALUATIONS: Mary L. offered feedback to David, and guest Maryallene O. from the Ballard Weekenders club made suggestions to Joel. Our guest from the Northeast Club, Norma D., evaluated our entire meeting and gave feedback to the evaluators as the general evaluator. 
CLUB NEWS:
Meeting of August 20: We will meet at the Kona Kitchen, 8501 Fifth Ave NE. 
MEMBER NEWS:
Lisa L. sends us greetings from Liberia (W. Africa), where she is putting her speaking and leadership skills to use this summer presenting public-health talks in villages.

Market in Grand Bassa County, Liberia

Area Governor Cheryl inducts new officers.

Evaluation Champ Scott gives Amara Feedback

We had lots of fun and learning today! Highlights:

Joel delights with his Ah Counter’s report.

• We tried a new location (Rusty Pelican, Wallingford).
• Our Area 23 Governor, Cheryl E., joined us to introduce herself to our members and install our new officer team.
• Amara D. delivered the final project from The Profession Speaker advanced manual and received a thorough and supportive evaluation from Scott C., the District 2 Evaluation Contest winner for 2011. 
• John N. delivered thoughtful Table Topics questions about road trips — ones we love to remember and ones we might like to forget! Best Table Topics award went to Mary L.
• Word of the Day: peregrinate (to journey or travel from place to place, esp. on foot)
• First-time visitor Kathy said she found lots of useful practices in our meeting.
• Second-time visitor Nagisa remains interested in learning more about the Toastmaster program.
• Business: The club members decided to try another meeting at The Rusty Pelican. Join us at 7:45 on Saturday, Aug. 6th for another great meeting!

• Kathy tries impromptu speaking

   Detailed Agenda:

Our meeting was moved to Renton Tech as officers attended training put on by District 2 Toastmasters. Highlights included:

Ray speaks on gaining members

• President Ray R, VP Education and Secretary Dave E., VP Membership/VP Public Relations Amara D. and new member David B. all showed up for training! This means we have earned the first half of the 9th Distinguished Club Program point for getting our officers trained. Good going!
• Ray gave the closing address on Attracting New Members to ensure club strength.

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