Events

District 106 Holiday Party

District 106 Holiday Party
December 6 • 5:30–8:30 PM
Larpenteur Estates Party Room
1276 Larpenteur Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55113

Register Here:
https://forms.gle/DmnMbZrCWEYMG3xA8

Join us for an evening of holiday cheer, good food, and great company!

Highlights:
• Bring a friend—holiday fun is better together.
• Potluck dinner—share your favorite dish.
• Ugly Sweater Contest judged by Ashok Sunkavalli.
• Take a festive Snowglobe Photo with friends!

Directions to the Larpenteur Estates Party Room:
• The Larpenteur Estates apartment complex is on the south side of Larpenteur Avenue, just east of Hamline Avenue.
• Park in the rear parking lot of the complex.
• Walk toward the east end of the buildings.
• Look for a gap between the buildings, across from Garage #69.
• Follow the walkway through the gap—you’ll see a sign pointing to the Party Room on the left.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

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District 106 Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI!)

District 106 Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI!)

Lead with Purpose. Grow with Confidence. Recharge Your Leadership.

The Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI!) is where District 106 leaders come to sharpen their skills, reignite their motivation, and connect with fellow leaders who care deeply about member success.

Whether you’re a new club officer, a seasoned district leader, or someone exploring leadership beyond the club level, TLI! delivers practical tools, fresh ideas, and powerful inspiration you can use immediately.

Click here for the Agenda

🔗 Register Now

Secure your spot today and be part of this energizing leadership experience:

👉 Register here:
 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iP_tFWOpRsuN0UslVsxTMw#/registration

🎤 Keynote Speaker: David Woodcock, DTM, PRA

We are thrilled to welcome David Woodcock, DTM, Past Region Advisor, as our TLI! keynote speaker.

With 20+ years in Toastmasters, David has served at every level—supporting districts, coaching leaders through change, and helping clubs thrive in both strong and challenging times. His leadership journey includes roles as District Director, Program Quality Director, and Club Growth Director, giving him a rare, big-picture perspective grounded in real-world experience.

🌟 Keynote Focus (40 minutes)

In this timely and energizing keynote, David will explore:

  • How to engage and empower members in a fast-changing, distraction-filled world
  • Helping members create the best possible Toastmasters experience
  • Building a healthy work–life balance in volunteer leadership
  • How to recognize and prevent burnout—before it impacts you or your team

David’s message is rooted in coaching, mentoring, and a strong members-first mindset, shaped by decades of leadership in Toastmasters, nonprofit organizations, and a 36-year professional career building strong, effective teams.

You’ll walk away inspired, refocused, and better equipped to lead with intention, sustainability, and heart.

Why Attend TLI!?

✅ Strengthen your leadership skills
 ✅ Support your club’s success and member engagement
 ✅ Connect with fellow District 106 leaders
 ✅ Recharge your energy and enthusiasm
 ✅ Gain insights you can apply immediately

This is more than training—it’s an investment in you, your club, and the future of District 106.

📅 Event Details

Event: District 106 Toastmasters Leadership Institute (TLI!)
 Format: Online (Zoom)
 Keynote: David Woodcock, DTM, PRA
 Keynote Length: 40 minutes

🔗 Register Now

Secure your spot today and be part of this energizing leadership experience:

👉 Register here:
 https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iP_tFWOpRsuN0UslVsxTMw#/registration

 

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📚 North Side Toastmasters Poetry Slam – Open Invitation!

We’re hosting a special event that blends creativity with community, and we’d love for you to join us.

📅 Wednesday, October 1, 2025
🕢 7:30–8:30 AM CT
📍 Zoom (Online)
🔗 RSVP here: northside.toastmost.org link

This unique Toastmasters meeting invites members and guests alike to bring a poem—famous, fun, or original—and share it in a warm, supportive space. Each reader has 1–3 minutes, and we encourage you to tell us why you chose your poem.

It’s not a typical Toastmasters meeting and not a competitive slam—it’s a chance to enjoy poetry together in a meaningful and interactive way.

✨ Come to read, or simply listen and be inspired.

📌 Hosted by North Side Toastmasters

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Areas 23 & 24 Online Speech Contest (online only)

Area 23 & 24 Online Speech Contest (online only)

Date: October 29, 2025

Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM CT (US)

Venue: Zoom Online Register Here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rwManMf8Q5ye4D6e3rwDeA

Event Information

Organizer: Kent L. Hawks

Email: kent.toastmaster@gmail.com

Co-Organizer: Tom Polachek

Email: tm.tom.polachek@proton.me

Details

Area 23 and Area 24 will be combining to hold their Area Online Only Contests.
This event will be held online only via Zoom.
Contact the Area Directors listed above for more information.

The Speech Contest Rulebook and all forms are available for download here:
Download Contest Resources

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Areas 1, 2, 3 & 4 Online Speech Contest

🎤 Areas 1, 2, 3 & 4, Division A 🎤

👉 REGISTER HERE: Click Here

Description:
The stage is set! Join us for a thrilling night of the Area 1 & 3 Division A Online Speech Contest. Cheer on your club champions as they deliver powerful prepared speeches and tackle impromptu Table Topics challenges.

Important Times:
⏰ 5:30 PM: Briefings for our essential Judges and Contestants.
⭐ 6:00 PM: The main event begins! (Everyone should be logged in by this time).

Don’t miss a moment of the action! Register now to secure your virtual seat.

👉 REGISTER HERE: Click Here

See you online for an unforgettable evening of public speaking excellence!

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