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Escape the everyday. Your return trip? That’s another matter Date: Sunday, October 25th Time: 2:30 p.m. (arrive for mingling), Meeting from 3–5 p.m. Venue: Kirkland Firehouse Join Sparkling Synergists Toastmasters for an unforgettable getaway to The Last Resort—where the fog is thick, the hospitality is haunting, and the ferry that brought you here sank decades ago. Our once-grand island retreat offers spirited speeches, mysterious happenings, and charming accommodations that

Where Experienced Speakers Refine Their Edge “Turning Points” is the theme of the Professionally Speaking Advanced Club’s first-Thursday meeting on November 5,2026. We’re delighted to introduce two new members through conversations designed to discover their talents, aspirations, and goals, and how Professionally Speaking can support them on their journey. Featured speakers will each receive our signature four topic-specific evaluations, followed by round-robin feedback. Th

Celebrating outstanding member achievements for October 2026.

The District 2 Town Hall celebrates club and member achievements, and discusses strategies for growing new clubs and supporting all clubs in achieving excellence.

Join Seattle Excelorators for a evening of magical communication and seasonal fun!

The District 2 Speakers Bureau is being refreshed and expanded. We are looking for members who are ready to grow. Whether you want more speaking opportunities, are working towards education goals, or are launching into professional speaking, the Speakers Bureau may be the perfect fit. Speaking opportunities include club visits, open houses, community workshops and even keynote events. If you are interested in being a Speaker Bureau presenter, email - toastmasterbgibbins@gmail

Are you interested in developing future leaders in your community while receiving educational credit towards your DTM? If you answered yes, join District 2 Youth Leadership Committee with this form. What is Youth Leadership Program The Youth Leadership Program is a workshop consisting of eight one- to two-hour sessions that enable those between the ages of 14 and 18 to develop their communication and leadership skills through practical experience. The program is presented dur

I want to share what I’ve learned about virtual Toastmasters clubs. These clubs offer a new way to improve public speaking and leadership skills. They break down barriers of location and time. This post explains how they work, their unique features, and why they matter. Unique Aspects of Virtual Toastmasters Virtual Toastmasters clubs operate entirely online. This means members join meetings from anywhere. No need to travel or find a physical meeting place. This flexibility s

Where Experienced Speakers Refine Their Edge Harvesting Growth is the theme of the Professionally Speaking Advaned Club's first - Thursday meeting on October 1, 2026. This meeting features three speeches, each followed by four topic-specific evaluations and round-robin feedback. That gives each speaker 17 minutes of valuable insight from multiple perspectives to draw on asthey prepare their next speech. Whether you are preparing for a speech contest, developing your skill

Connection to Trust: Incorporating Personal Experiences into Professional Presentations Join Us for an Exciting Event! We are thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable experience that you won't want to miss! Whether you're looking to learn, connect, or simply have a great time, this event has something for everyone. We have our special guest - Page Olson, DTM Event Details Date: Oct 15, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM to 1 PM Location: Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523 84th Ave W, E

Learn, Practice, Grow, Together Join Forever Improving Toastmasters (an advanced Toastmasters club on the Eastside) on Thursday, October 8, from 6:30–7:45 PM as we welcome Eta Ghanooni, Principal Program Manager at T-Mobile, presenting: “Honoring Your Father and Mother” Eta will share heartfelt reflections and lessons from her deeply personal journey of caring for her mother at the end of her life. Location: Bellevue City Hall - 450 110th Ave, Bellevue, WA or via Zoom:...

Are you looking for a leadership opportunity? Would you like to step up to help your fellow District 2 Toastmasters? The following Areas are still in need of directors. Area Directors serve a critical role in supporting clubs in their responsibility to their members as they work together to become a Distinguished club. Their promote and extend the benefits of membership in Toastmasters clubs. They assist with the organization of new clubs and encourage members to undertake ef

We are excited to announce the speech events that will be included in the 2027 district contest: International: Contestants present a five- to seven-minute speech on any subject they choose. Evaluation: Contestants observe a five-to seven-minute test speech and then present a two-to three-minute evaluation of the test speech. Contest Selection Sequence Whereas the District encourages members to participate in the International Speech Contest and one additional contest open to

Learn about the District's plans to build new clubs and support your club in achieving success. Together we will Dream BIG and navigate our District to Distinguished.

We are less than 10 days away from the September 30th deadline, and District 2 and the Distinguished Club Program Committee remains dedicated to achieving a 100% submission rate for Club Success Plans. Don't miss out on this year's District 2 Distinguished Club Incentives, including 50-100% rebate on the 2027 District Conference Fee, an online club pass to the District Conference, and more. Last year, we had over 30 clubs that could have been distinguished clubs if they had j

September is filled with opportunities for every member connect, learn together, and grow stronger clubs.

The truth is that member growth and member engagement are inseparable. Clubs that actively engage their current members naturally attract guests, retain members longer, and create an environment people want to join. Before asking how to recruit more members, we should first ask: Are we creating an experience that people cannot wait to share with others?

As of 1 September, District 2 is stepping into a new month with strong momentum. August gave us an important opportunity to prepare: the final Club Officer Training session completed on 31 August, clubs are settling back into their regular meeting rhythms, and officers and members alike are carrying fresh energy into the year ahead. Thank you to every club officer who invested time in training. Your commitment to learning your role, connecting with fellow leaders, and prepari

This past weekend, we celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence AND kicked off the new Toastmasters year. You may be asking, “What insights can we draw from the Declaration of Independence as we set our goals for 2026-2027?”