Kilrush & District Toastmasters Club
Report of Kilrush & District Toastmasters Club meeting on 15th March, 2005.
Back Row: Michael O’Brien,Doonbeg; Matt Heslin, Kilrush; Stephen Kelly, Doonbeg.
Middle Row: Sean Moran, Kilrush; Willie Hanrahan, Doonbeg; Martin McInerney, Kildysart; Tony Liston, Shannon; Catherine Hanrahan, Doonbeg; Ann Durack, Kilrush.
Front Row: Gus Finucane, Boston; Eileen O’Brien, Ennis; Robert Bennett, Ennis; Bernie Tubridy, Cooraclare; Maura O’Gorman, Cree; Maura O’Gorman, Ennis.
Speakers from Kilrush, Kilkee, Cree, Cooraclare, Doonbeg, Kilmurry McMahon, Miltown Malbay, Kilmihil, Kildysart, Ennis, Shannon and Lisseycasey turned out in style at the Toastmasters Meeting, in The Haven Arms, on Tuesday night 15th March, 2005. The crowd wanted to hear the key speaker, the young Kilrush man Gus Finucane, who has recently returned from Boston, USA, after spending 10 years working there. Gus, who is an experienced toastmaster and a member of a Boston Toastmasters Club, did not disappoint the large audience. His carefully crafted and well-delivered speech drew loud applause from the audience.
There was a further international flavour to the meeting when toastmaster Sotirios Magufis from Greece, a member of the Shannon Club, stepped up to the lectern and delivered a very imaginative and humorous speech. The audience responded with appreciation. Sotirios said that he felt very welcome among the people of West Clare.
The Kildysart man, Martin McInerney, now Acting President, presided at the meeting. Martin is an experienced toastmaster in his own right. He served as President of the Shannon Club last year and was elevated to the role of Area Governor this year, which places him in charge of four clubs. At Tuesday night’s meeting, he was ably assisted by another experienced toastmaster and former club president, namely, Tony Liston from the Shannon Toastmasters Club. Maura O’Gorman from Cree, a new member to the toastmaster’s family, filled the third and final place at the top table in her role as Topicsmaster. This team, which was a blend of experienced and new toastmasters, ran the meeting to perfection
Eight people, who were new to Toastmasters, spoke for the first time at a public meeting. They were excited about how easy it is to become involved in public speaking in a truly supportive atmosphere. Some people wanted to learn how to perform better at interviews. Others were going to weddings to be Best Man or Father of the Bride. All felt that they had learned something that they could use in the next few weeks or months.
The team promoting the new club, which consists of Martin McInerney[Shannon], Eileen O’Brien[Ennis] and Jim Hegarty [Limerick & Killaloe] wish to thank the members of the three other Clare Toastmasters Clubs, Ennis, Shannon and Killaloe, for their support.
Three new members were formally welcomed into the club on the night. The club plans to grow the membership rapidly over the next few meetings. The Next Two meetings are Tuesday 29th March and Tuesday 12 April, in The Haven Arms, Henry St Kilrush. Admission €5 at the door.
MESSAGE : - Bring a friend and / or make new friends.
Report by Jim Hegarty [ Division Governor ] who can be contacted at the email address and at these numbers 061 335937 or 087 7670095.
Report of Kilrush & District Toastmasters Meeeting on 14th February, 2005.THE STATISTICS OF LAST NIGHT’S MEETING ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Four guests joined the club last night. These are the very first Founder Members.One other guest said that he would join at the next meeting.We had one new Guest and he expressed an interested in joining.Ten new people have now spoken for the first time at Kilrush & District Toastmasters.One of the new members will be on the Top Table [as Topicsmaster] at the next meeting.Another new member will do the job of timer and lights at the next meeting.A third new member will assist at taking the money at the door and giving out name badges.There were 20 people at the meeting.The excitement and momentum is now really growing. The new members in Kilrush & District Toastamsters are about to take ownership of their own club.We are all about to see something special being born. Don’t miss the next few meetings.
Regards Jim Hegarty. Dated 15/02/2005.
Launch of Kilrush & District Toastmasters ClubPictured at the Launch of Kilrush & District Toastmasters Club at Kilrush Chamber of Commerce meeting on 5th January, 2005 at The Haven Arms Kilrush. Photo: C W Glynn.
Back Row:
Jim Hegarty, Toastmasters Division Governor; Martin McInerney, Toastmasters Area Governor; Bernie Crotty and Denis Nolan, Kilrush Chamber of Commerce..
Front Row:
Mark Reidy, Kilrush Chamber of Commerce; Eileen O'Brien, President Ennis Toastmasters; Rebecca Brew and Liam Williams, Kilrush Chamber of Commerce..
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INAUGURAL MEETING -TOASTMASTERS DEMONSTRATION The inaugural meeting of Kilrush & District Toastmasters Club was held on Tuesday 18th January, 2005 at 8.30pm at The Haven Arms, Henry Street, Kilrush, Co. Clare.
In attendance from Sponsoring Toastmasters Clubs were: David Thompson, District Governor UK & Ireland (Evaluator), London; Jim Hegarty, Division Governor; Martin McInerney, Area Governor; Marie Brennan (Topicsmaster), Shannon; Robert Bennett (Sgt at Arms), Ennis; John Devine (timer); Julie Brosnan (A & M Counter), Ennis; Brendan O'Carroll (Speaker), Limerick; Tony Coffey (Speaker), Ennis; Mary Murtagh (Speaker), Limerick; John Clohessy (Evaluator), Ennis; Rita Brady (Evaluator), Shannon; Anthony Galvin (Evaluator), Shannon.
Over 15 members of the public attended as new guests and observed the proceedings of the Demonstration Meeting.
Next Meeting: Tuesday 1st February, 2005 at 8.30 p.m. SHARP at The Haven Arms, Henry Street, Kilrush, Co. Clare. Come and bring a friend and/or make new friends. Nominal €5 to cover expenses for tea/coffee and biscuits.
Kilrush & District Toastmasters Flyer
NEW
Kilrush & District
Toastmasters Club
Improve your communication and leadership skills
Kilrush & District Toastmasters Club is part of the Toastmasters International organisation, which has over 9,000 clubs worldwide. It is a community based club where you can learn how to:
Prepare speechesMake presentationsThink on your feetEnjoy public speakingDevelop leadership skills Meeting every second Tuesday from 18th January at 8.30pm sharp in The Haven Arms, Henry Street, Kilrush.
Demonstration meeting Tuesday 18th January 2005 at 8.30pm sharp at The Haven Arms, Kilrush.
All are welcome from West Clare. Bring a friend or come along and make some new friends.
Supported by the Ennis and Shannon Toastmasters Clubs.
For further information contact:
Martin McInerney (087) 9166145 or Eileen O'Brien (086)8177957
How Toastmasters started in Kilrush...Dated: 25/11/2004
Greetings Martin:
Thank you for your e-mail and I will circulate it to members of the Kilrush Chamber of Commerce and Kilrush RNLI.
The Chamber of Commerce would welcome a Toastmasters Club.
We could give you 5 minutes at our monthly Chamber of Commerce meeting which will be held at 8.30pm on Wed 3rd December at the Haven Arms, Henry Street, Kilrush.
Wishing you every success in establishing a Toastmasters Club in Kilrush.
Regards,
Charles
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Charles W. Glynn,
Honorary Secretary,
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-----Original Message-----
From: Martin McInerney [mailto:martymci@eircom.net]
Sent: 23 November 2004 21:25
To: kilrushchamber@eircom.net
Subject: possibility of starting a Toastmasters club
Hello,
My name is Martin Mc Inerney and I live in Kildysart.I am the current Toastmasters Area Governor for this area.
I am responsible for Toastmasters clubs in Ennis,Shannon and Raheen.
I am exploring the possibility of starting a new club in Kilrush and was wondering if you or your colleagues would have any interest.
Toastmasters is a worldwide organization dedicated to help people improve their communication skills in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.It has helped millions of people all over the world overcome the fear of public speaking
You can find out more on our website www.toastmasters.org.
Let me know if you have any advice.
Yours sincerely,
Martin Mc Inerney
How Toastmasters Can Help You Your success in business is based on how effective you are. Through participation in the Toastmasters Communication and Leadership program, people from all backgrounds learn to effectively speak, conduct a meeting, manage a department or business, lead, delegate, and motivate.
How Toastmasters works.
As your improved communication skills become obvious within the workplace, increased visibility, recognition and promotion will follow. Your improved presentation skills will win you the respect and admiration of your colleagues and employees - and make them wonder what you did to change! Leadership skills acquired through participation in Toastmasters will increase your management potential.As a Toastmaster you will acquire an increased ability to motivate and persuade, making you more effective as a supervisor or manager.Members of Toastmaster Clubs have access to a wide range of educational materials, including books, audio and videotapes, and seminar programs available at reduced cost through the Toastmasters International Supply Catalog. How Toastmasters Meets Your Needs
Established in 1924, Toastmasters International uses time-tested programs that are continually updated to meet participants needs.Self-paced programs allow you to progress as rapidly or gradually as your needs dictate.The hands-on Communication and Leadership program provides the "how-to" and the practical experience so critical to progress.Toastmasters Clubs meet at various locations in the morning, at noon and in the evening. You'll be sure to find a Club that fits your needs.The Toastmasters program is cost effective, especially when compared to seminars charging hundreds of dollars per day. There is a $16 new member fee, and $18 dues every six month. Clubs may also assess local dues to cover local expenses.An atmosphere of professional camaraderie makes your Toastmasters Club a unique learning environment -- informal, yet dedicated to learning.The Toastmasters program can be tailored to meet your personal objectives. Whether you desire improvement in prepared or impromptu speaking, greater skill in the use of visual aids, experience and knowledge is to be gained in the areas that most interest you. How The Program Works
The Toastmasters program exposes each participant to a wide range of communication experiences.
Each new Toastmaster receives a New Member Kit. The kit features a copy of the basic Communication and Leadership manual, general orientation materials and information regarding skill improvement in areas such as speech evaluation and the use of gestures.The initial prepared speeches, as outlined in the basic Communication and Leadership program manual, are designed with the new Toastmaster in mind.A variety of assigned speeches help the participant develop competency in areas such as organization, voice inflection and persuasiveness.During the meeting's Table Topics session, members learn to think on their feet by delivering short impromptu speeches, lasting one to two minutes.After giving a prepared speech, each Toastmaster receives a constructive speech evaluation. This process recognizes speakers for their strengths and provides valuable insight into problem areas.Upon completion of the basic Communication and Leadership program, Toastmasters may participate in the Advanced Communication and Leadership program. Participants may choose from specific business oriented topics such as Speeches by Management and Technical Presentations.Workshop style Success/Leadership programs are also available, offering opportunities for further skill development in areas such as leadership, public speaking and conducting business meetings. These programs are especially effective as in-house training and can be tailored to meet the needs of your company. Toastmasters -Division 71 Website -UK & IrelandVisit Toastmasters International website
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