What happens at our meetings?
Our meetings run from September to June every Thursday evening between 6.15pm and 8.15pm. They take place in the staff training room in the linens department located on the second floor within the Sears department store at the Halifax Shopping Centre, Mumford Road, Halifax. (See map below) Guests are always welcome to come along and get a taste of what the club can offer.
Some points from a typical meeting’s Agenda.
Word of the Day
A new word is introduced to expand member’s vocabulary
Introductions of guests & members
Table Topics
Usually six members are asked to volunteer to speak for up to two minutes on a subject that is drawn at random. This is a way to practice imprompt speaking. You never know when you will be put on the spot to speak, for example, in a social setting; or a partner’s Christmas Party, where you don’t know anyone; or be given short notice by management for a presentation.
Business Session
Practising parliamentary procedure, chairing meetings, presenting motions etc.
Prepared Speeches
The bread & butter of the Toastmasters Educational program which also includes encouragement and evaluation.
Evaluations
Each speech and presentation includes an evaluation session where friendly encouragement and instant feedback is given on the presenter’s performance. A vital element of the Toastmasters program.
Club Membership
Sears Halifax Toastmasters club currently has in excess of 35 members and remains one of the most vibrant and well attended clubs in the province. Our Club Executive is committed to the club and it’s members and is comprised as follows:
President - Richard Joseph
Vice President Education – Karen Caldwell
Vice President Membership – Jane Holden
Vice President Public Relations – Craig Rupert
Treasurer – Cindy Slade
Secretary – Ralph Smith
Sergeant-at-Arms – Norris Eddy