Meeting 1107 "Nocturnal Noises"

 It was our first meeting in our new venue, the RSL Sub Branch hall.

Dan, standing in for our Sergeant at Arms, called the meeting to order and passed control to our President Trish. 

Toastmaster Christiane introduced the theme of the evening, "Nocturnal Noises."

Trish

Christiane

The toast was proposed by Leanne. "To Sandgate Toastmasters and Adapting to change."

Toast by Leanne

Zoom attendees

Monica, who was attending on zoom, gave us the word for the evening - "Hair Raising."

This fitted well with the Round Robin introduced by David who was also on Zoom. He asked what we would do if it was the last day we would ever see the sun. There were many interesting answers, some were going to enjoy as much sun as they could before it disappeared, while others were going to join the rush for batteries and candles. 

Arun presented the first prepared speech, a Level 3 project in his Dynamic Leadership path, "Negotiation Strategies." It was evaluated by Trish.

Arun

Trish

The second speech was presented by Gokul, with the intriguing title, "Who would you love more - your Mum or your partner?"  It was actually about his love for both the country he was born in and the country he chose to emigrate to. Gail was his evaluator.

Gokul

Gail

The raffle was provided by Dan, who was attending on Zoom, but he had given it to Gokul to present at the meeting. It was a book about Johnny Walker and a generous selection of drinks. It proved to be a very popular raffle. It was won by Leanne.

Dan

Gokul with
part of raffle prize

Table Topics were conducted by Ted. (Sorry, I forgot to take photos for this session!) 

Monica was asked to speak about a frightening experience, John told why he was thankful for the night, Narelle explained what made her afraid of the dark. and Jonathon talked about a starry night.

They were evaluated by Dan and Hazel.

This was followed by a business session chaired by Tony.  The main items for discussion were our Changeover Dinner on the 12th July and our information stall at the Einbunpin Festival on the 31st July. 

Tony

The Time Keepers were John and Leanne.

Peter B was presented with his membership badge.

Peter, Tony & Trish

Paul conducted a General Evaluation with many constructive suggestions.

Paul

Award winners of the evening were, Best Table Topic, Narelle; Best Speech, Arun; Best Evaluation, Trish; and Most Improved, Gokul and Arun (tie).

Award winners, 14 June 2022

It was so good to see Jonathon and Trevor back. 

Jonathon and Gokul

Trevor and Leanne

Next meeting 28th June.

Changeover Dinner at "The Sands Social." 12th July. 

Stall at Einbunpin Festival 31st July.