3 April

At the meeting of the Speakeasy Toastmasters Club in the Hibernian Hotel, Mallow (Chapel Lane) a speech entitled “Ask Not” was presented by Jeremiah Roynane. This was an advanced speech the objectives of which were, “to understand the structure of an effective speech. To interpret a famous speech in 8-10 minutes”. Jeremiah choose a speech that was delivered by the late U.S. President John F Kennedy in the early 1960’s.
He choose it given the situation world wide at present as it is full of ideal, promise and hope but said Jeremiah
“Forty years later the hopes and ideals are as far away now as they were then”.
Barry McCarthy evaluated Jeremiah’s speech.
The final speaker of the evening was Elizabeth O’Brien who was presenting an educational session from “The Successful Club Series”. Elizabeth brought us through the Toastmasters International Education Programme which she said was divided into two tracks, one being Communication and the other Leadership. Toastmasters do not have to stay with one track but can do both at the same time. Elizabeth, using acetates explained in detail what was involved and what the rewards were. It was a very enjoyable and informative session which benefited the more experienced club members as well as the newer ones.
In the second part of the meeting, Topicsmaster, Ellen Broderick kept us entertained with some enjoyable Table Topics. “Would you welcome legislation to ban smoking in the workplace? “ she asked Tim Ahern, who had to speak for two minutes with his answer. Then to Angela Sheehan, “Was it ok for Hello Magazine to take photos of Chaterine Zeta Jones and Michael Douglas’s wedding?” This topic proved very popular with other members providing humorous “add ons” (one minute duration). And to Michael Walsh, “Do you agree with the reporting with fraudulent claims?”
General Evaluator, Kieran Buckley, then conducted the “Evaluation Session”. Kieran presented ribbons for Best Speech to, John Murphy. Best Evaluation to Barry McCarthy and best topic to Michael Walsh.
Club Meeting Tonight April 3’rd
Speakeasy Toastmasters Club meet “tonight” in The Hibernian Hotel and it will be the club round of the “Tall Tales” contest. The meeting starts at 8pm Sharp and entry is €4 and members of the public are very welcome to attend. Non Club Members are never asked to speak but may join in the Topics Session if they wish.
10’th Anniversary Celebration
Plans are well under way for a celebration night consisting of a meal, a short selection of memorable speeches from the last ten years and dance which will take place in The Hibernian Hotel on Saturday 26’th of April at 8.30pm sharp. Tickets are €25 and can be obtained from any Club member.
This will be an ideal opportunity for members past and present to meet, relax and have some fun.
Dates for your Diary
Tonight, Thursday 3’rd of April sees the Club holding its Tall Tales Contest.
On Saturday 12’th April the Divisional Final will be held in Southcourt Hotel in Raheen, Limerick.
On Tuesday 22’nd of April there will be a Tripartite meeting hosted by Fermoy Toastmasters which will include the Area Final of the Tall Tales Contest.
For further information on the Club contact Sean on 086 6054784 or Pat 087 2364240 or visit the Club’s Website at www.clix.to/speakeasy. Email, speakeasymallow@eircom.net

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