Meeting 1157 "Clubs"

 It was a rainy night, but we were cosy in the salubrious room in the RSL hall.

President Helen proposed a toast "To those who stand behind the club." She also handed out awards to members who had completed levels in Pathways. (Our educational system.)

Narelle - Level 2, Shaun - Level 1, Helen - Level 1, and Trish - Level 4 + Level 5.

"Salubrious" meaning health giving or pleasant was the word of the evening chosen by Narelle, and there was much laughter as our members endeavored to use the word. 

 Toastmaster Will kept the evening running smoothly, with encouraging remarks to each participant.

Will

Amy

Round Robin Master Amy asked whether we liked or hated the rain. This led to many entertaining answers - and an opportunity to use the word "Salubrious."

There were two Ice Breaker speeches.

In his speech "My Diverse Work History - and How it Shaped Me," Russell shared some of his experiences working on oil rigs and finally working with people with mental health problems.

George, in his speech "Sink or Swim" told of his love of canoeing and demonstrated various safety devices.

Russell

George

Other speeches were by Peter and Marlene.

Peter told the familiar story "The Return of the Prodigal Son" and explained the features of Rembrandt's famous painting of the story.

Peter

Rembrandt's painting

Marlene

In keeping with the meeting's theme of "Clubs," Marlene spoke about her 40 years involvement with the Sandgate World Vision Club.

Evaluators were John, Gail H, Christiane and Trish.

John

Gail

Christiane

Trish

Tracey was Timekeeper. 

Tracey

Helen's raffle, a meat tray from her local butcher was popular and members queued for tickets. It was won by George.

Helen's raffle

Meat Tray Raffle

Helen selling raffle tickets

Supper was provided by Christiane and Narelle.

Supper

Gail

Gail's Table Topics were based on the current Brisbane "Ekka" and the Olympics.

1. What is your favourite Olympic sport to watch? (Russell.)

2.What would you like to see at the 2032 Olympics? (Amy.)

3.Do think the Brisbane River is suitable for a swim marathon? (John.)

4. Do you intend to go to the Ekka? (Marlene.)

5. Is the Ekka worth the money? (Peter.)

6.What is your favourite food at the Ekka? (Trish.)

Waldorf

Narelle presented a "Who Am I? segment with a series of clues. It wasn't until she played a recording of the voice that several people guessed it was Waldorf from the Muppets. 

Narelle had been kept busy all night collecting votes and counting the times the word "Salubrious" was used. She finally revealed that Helen had beaten Trish (who usually wins.) Helen had used the word 26 times while Trish used it 24 times.

Helen

Trish

Shaun presented a detailed General Evaluation, commending what had been done well and offering suggestions for improvements. He reminded us to clap until a presenter reaches the lectern and to pay attention to handing over control.

Shaun

President Helen presented the awards to the evening's winners. Trish (Best Table Topic,) John (Best Evaluation,) George (Most Improved,) and Russell (Best Speech.)

Winners 13 Aug 2024

Next meeting 27th August.

Speech contests 10th September and 8th October.