Hello Fellow Speakers,

It was an intimate setting tonight as we graciously and humbly accommodated the memorial service at the church. We met in a quaint room across the hall, which served the 9 members well. All roles except Toastmaster and GE were filled on site, though the Grammarian did let us know she would not be there.

Our president Pat Schmalzried acted as our SAA, as well and we pledged our allegiance. Dave Flach was our Toastmaster, who kept us moving along smoothly after our 15 minute opening delay. The minute of silent condolence for the Minister’s wife was thoughtful. We also admired his new agenda format, and he’ll be sending the template in another email for us.
GE: Iris Grimm
GR: Merrilee Morris
Timer: Bill Hosken
Camera Person: Iris Grimm

Our speakers:
Bill Kovach showed us that you can speak quietly in a small room and project boisterously with variety and enthusiasm. He gave a very entertaining talk about the importance of service. This will be an introduction to a longer speech that he’ll present and we all agree it will be well received.

Donna Satchell informed us that we only have 19 days until “Get Over It Day.” We’re all very excited after her entertaining and high-spirited informational speech on why and how to let go of the past (especially the negative parts). Her use of audience participation and handout was very innovative. I may need a larger piece of paper, though.

Deborah Hill gave a Speakers Roundtable variation on the Better Speakers Series speech about how to give a beneficial evaluation. She then opened up the floor and we heard some other great suggestions about ways to evaluate well. Deborah attained her ATM-Silver tonight. Important and valuable tips to remember from the manual and our group are included in an attached PDF.

We had a short break with cookies and candy (thanks, Pat).

Bill Hosken is organizing a group to follow-up on attendance and make calls to members. He needs another volunteer.

We started 15 minutes late and ended only 5 minutes late.

See you next week.

My Best,
Deborah Hill
Secretary