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WHAT IS TOASTMASTERS?
TOASTMASTERS INTERNATIONAL
Toastmasters International is an organization providing tools that will enable you to develop your speaking, leadership and organizational skills. In Toastmasters, you learn by doing - by preparing and presenting speeches! As a member of Toastmasters, you will join the ranks of some 175,000 members in more than 8,000 clubs in 52 countries.
Toastmasters was the brain-child of Dr. Ralph C. Smedley, who organized the first group in 1924. Members would take turns presenting and evaluating speeches in a structured meeting format. As more clubs were formed, Toastmasters International was incorporated under California law on December 19, 1932. As a member of a local Toastmaster club, you will have the support of other club members, and the Toastmasters International organization as a whole. You will be guided at your own pace, and your development depends on your involvement in your club. Your speaking and organizational skills will develop noticeably as you advance through the various projects.
OUR CLUB
The Paul Bunyan Club received its charter from Toastmasters International on February 1, 1951 and continues to enjoy strong growth in its membership. Members work through a program consisting of both prepared and impromptu speaking opportunities. The Club provides supportive, motivating feedback to members in a friendly, non-threatening environment. Toastmasters not only improves your speaking skills, but also your leadership skills by offering opportunities to run the weekly meetings or by getting involved with the club executive committee. Our club is open to individuals looking to improve their speaking and presentation effectiveness and become overall better communicators! You will meet enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to self-improvement. |
