Liberty Village Toastmasters Toronto

Comedy Night! — November 11 Meeting Recap

Posted on November 12, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

Why can’t we be more like sloths?

Our comedy night host Andrew pitched us on his new dietary revolution — digesting slowly, like a sloth — to help us save time, skip bathroom lines, and endure a Lord of the Rings marathon. Contact him to sign the petition….

Mark then shared another revolution, the “Wim Hof” method to surviving in adverse situations, before LVTM alumni Jay gave us three golden nuggets on how to survive (happily) in marriage. And of course, Carmelita helped us feel the fear with her inspiring rally: Cool moss!

The night featured guest appearances from alumni (Sean, Bing, Andreea, Ian, Millee) and friends (Karen), and ended with a LVTM tradition: drinks at a pub. Cool moss, cool moss, cool moss!

For more info on attending our next meeting as a guest, click here.

See you on November 18!

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This Wed: Comedy Night! at Lillian H. Smith Auditorium

Posted on November 7, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

Comedy night! Gear up for an evening of hilarity as we welcome division contest winner Carmelita and her inspirational call-to-arms: Cool moss! Cool moss! Cool moss!

Date: Wed Nov. 11, 2015

Venue:
Lower Level Auditorium at the Lillian H. Smith Library
239 College Street (College & Huron), one block east of Spadina
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/ihjB24k1P9P2

6:00pm – room set-up and networking
6:30pm – meeting start time
8:00pm – post-meeting drinks at Prenup Pub!

Entry: FREE

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See you on Nov. 11!

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BMV! — November 4 Meeting Recap

Posted on November 6, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

Ready to get back to basics?

As our Toastmaster, John shared the “BMV” of public speaking: the core fundamentals that will propel us through every speech, interview, and presentation. Mohammed then put the “B” into practice, inspiring us to know ourselves, set goals, and take action on our self development.

Be took the stage next, persuading us to pass on the steak and double up on the lentils with her clear and convincing “M”. Our guest speaker Wes used his “V” to get us thinking about accountability, both to ourselves and to others, while special guest Charmaine held our wardrobes accountable, using her “B” to show us how to dress in style.

And, with her effortless use of BMV, our guest Sohani won Table Topics, being accountable to no one except herself (…and her new ribbon!).

NEXT WEEK: Comedy night! Gear up for an evening of hilarity as we welcome division contest winner Carmelita and her inspirational call-to-arms: Cool moss! Cool moss! Cool moss!

***Our Nov. 11 meeting will be held at:
Lower Level Auditorium at the Lillian H. Smith Library
239 College Street (College & Huron), one block east of Spadina
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/ihjB24k1P9P2

6:00pm – room set-up and networking
6:30pm – meeting start time
8:00pm – post-meeting drinks at Prenup Pub!

See you on Nov. 11!

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This Wed: Learn the Fundamentals of Public Speaking

Posted on November 1, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

What are the core fundamentals of public speaking? How can you use them to create a visually engaging, fun to listen to, impactful presentation?

This week, you’ll learn BMV – the fundamentals of public speaking. Watch as our speakers strive to put them into action, then listen as our evaluators push them to improve. And of course, you can show us your own BMV in our always-surprising Table Topics session. Don’t miss it!

For a map and directions, go here.

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Trick or Treat? — October 28 Meeting Recap

Posted on October 29, 2015 by libertyvillagetm

Are you ready for Halloween?

Edwin made sure we all were with his Toastmaster’s speech, which spooked us with everything from the origins of All Hallows’ Eve to his plans for Oct. 31st. Plus, he brought candy!

Maxim tricked us with his three “Rules of Happiness”, putting an inspirational spin on our problems, posture, and fears, while James’ workshop on hosting a meeting was surely a treat — just ask Maxim, who wore a Toastmaster’s costume as he re-enacted the role’s main tasks.

Finally, Rose’s Table Topics session was ghoulishly good, as we were each paired with a Halloween character for an Oct. 31 dinner date. We heard about leprechauns, vampires, and even aliens, but it was our guest Emilio who got the final treat, winning it all with his date with a mummy. Boo!

NEXT WEEK: We’ll cover BMV — the Fundamentals of Public Speaking — while welcoming guest speaker Charmaine and our new Area 27 Governor, Sandra. Be there!

For more info on attending our next meeting as a guest, click here.

See you on November 4!