by Rhonda McCarty MS2 There is only one opportunity for a first impression. District 25 Awards Banquet “Celebrating the Inspirations” exceeded my expectations as a first-time attendee. From the very beginning, although simple, the elegant decorations reflected the theme, created a certain ambiance of relaxation and warmth; and emitted a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere in…
by Ninfa Flewitt DTM District Director 2021-2022 Who were the Top Five Winners of the Annual Awards Banquet? This was one of my favorite parts of the Awards Banquet, giving the awards! There were many deserving people this year, but only one can be chosen for each. Will you be on the list next year?…
by Joyce Trimble DTM Co-Chair 2021-22 Awards Banquet The year of Inspired by You has concluded. It is now Celebration Time! So Come On! and celebrate all the inspiring experiences with your party of friends and fellow Toastmasters. Preparations are on the landing target for the AUGUST 27 Annual Awards Banquet. The anticipated event provides…
by Sallie Jett We may be in the dog days of summer, but don’t let this heat get you down. We have lots of FUN on the agenda for our D25 Annual Awards Banquet on August 27th! Our planning team is hard at work preparing a fabulous celebration to celebrate…YOU! But to celebrate YOU, we…
by Joyce Trimble DTM Co-Chair 2021 Banquet Chair The featured photo above shows the smiling faces of the District 25 2020-2021 Awards Banquet Committee, all dedicated D25 members. As a Co-Chair for the August 14 celebration, looking backward has been both a rewarding and an enlightening adventure. Rewarding as I saw happy faces coming together…
By Diana Wigginton, TC2, Area 75 Director I didn’t want to do it. I had A LOT on my plate. The last thing I needed was another commitment. Attend the D25 Awards Banquet? And write an op-ed piece as a first-time attendee? One particular persuasive banquet co-chair who shall remain unnamed flattered and cajoled, and…
by Donna Young, DTM, Recognition Chair 2020-2021, Awards Banquet Co-Chair How’d you run your marathon? Exploring the limits of online shopping or deep diving into rigorous house cleaning? Did you try your hand at glamping or take a stay-cation? Discover how to cook? Shop your closet? Grow your hair longer than ever before or learn…
By Craig Sims, IP1 I am new to Toastmasters. I’ve been a member for less than three months. Even so, I decided to attend the Banquet. To be honest, I wanted to attend the banquet for purely selfish reasons. Like many people, I have been feeling isolated because of the “lockdown” due to the Covid-19…
by Chris Raneri, DTM District Director I am pleased to announce that a free VIRTUAL option will be made available for the 8/29 Awards Banquet. Please note the following: Users will connect using Zoom starting at 6:30PM on 8/29 The webcam and microphone will remain in one position for the entire banquet Sound and video may be limited…
