Announcements

District Officer Nominations Open

Written by John Harman, DG Friday, 26 February 2010 00:00

Are you interested in nominating yourself or someone else for a district officer position? Please complete the nomination form and submit it to the district governor of your district. If you are nominating someone, you may submit more than one person's name for each position. To be nominated or elected, a person must be a member in good standing of a Toastmasters club in good standing, meet the qualifications of the position, consent to being nominated and must sign the Officer Agreement and Release Form. Nominations are due March 6, 2010.

Spring Conference set for May 14-15, 2010 at Founder’s Inn and Spa, Virginia Beach

Written by Jerry Keast, LGET Sunday, 07 February 2010 00:00

Members, the District 66 Spring Conference is set for May 14-15, 2010 at the Founder's Inn and Spa, Virginia Beach, VA and offers a luxurious atmosphere in a relaxing setting, which can be viewed at http://www.foundersinn.com/Spa/default.asp.

Schedule Change Alert: Central Division Training

Written by Jerry Keast, LGET Wednesday, 03 February 2010 17:36

Central Division Club Presidents/VPEs/VPMs – Due to the impending wintery conditions this weekend, the Central Division Officer Make-up Training planned Saturday, February 6th as defined below is CANCELLED with alternate make-up dates identified below. Request advise your club officers who DID NOT ATTEND WLI ON JANUARY 16^TH.

Central Division Area Governors – Per discussion with Martha Stevens, CDivGov, we request you contact by phone each of your club Presidents or VPEs/other Club officer in their absence to ensure they are aware of the cancellation and the planned alternate make-up date on February 27th? Your efforts will minimize the opportunity for an uninformed member showing up only to discover the training is not as planned, which we should extend ourselves to avoid.

February 6

CANCELLED

Officer Make-up Training (Martha Stevens)

St. Paul Baptist Church, 4247 Creighton Road, Richmond, VA 23223
(9:30 am - 1:00 pm)

Why Change: The weather report indicates unfavorable weather Friday/Saturday in the Richmond area and the District TRIO prefers to err on the side of safety and cancel the training as other training opportunities are planned.

Schedule Change Alert

Central Division Officer Make-up

When: February 27, 2010
Time: 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Sandston Library 23 East Williamsburg Rd. Sandston, VA 23150
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Committee now accepting applications for Spring conference C&L recipient nominations

Written by Chris Al-Amin, IPDG Monday, 01 February 2010 15:16

Committee now accepting applications for Spring conference Communications and Leadership recipient nominations. The deadline is February 26, 2010

The District 66 Communication and Leadership Award presented at the Fall or Spring District Conference recognizes and honors the leadership and communications contributions of a Non-Toastmaster as demonstrated through service to the community. The honoree is to be an individual who lives near the community in which the conference is held and are nominated for contributions on a regional or state-wide basis. Contributions must be of a significant nature, should address both the communications and leadership disciplines, and reflect how the individual uses these skills to improve the community and inspire others. The nominee must attend the conference to accept the award and make comments.

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Let's talk up the benefits of Toastmasters and build membership in District 66!

Written by Michele C. Roach, LGM Monday, 01 February 2010 15:05

The Talk Up Toastmasters Program kicks off Monday, Feb. 1, 2010. Please review and share the below communication with the clubs in your area. Also available in PDF form (download).

Toastmasters love to talk?

So take advantage of it. During the "Talk Up Toastmasters!" membership contest, you can encourage your members to invite guests to a special meeting where regular procedures are augmented by a discussion of Toastmasters' many benefits.

Add five new, dual or reinstated members to your roster between February 1 and March 31 to receive a special "Talk up Toastmasters!" ribbon to display on your club’s banner.

Effective July 1, 2009, in addition to the ribbon, qualifying clubs will also earn a special discount code for 10% off their next club order.

Second Training is Valuable

Written by Jerry Keast, LGM Thursday, 21 January 2010 07:00

The district's second round of club-officer training started at the Winter Leadership Institute on January 16, 2010. While club officers (and even some district officers) may see this as redundant, the truth is that second training can be an opportunity to offer your club officers that extra information and practice they need to create even greater success. Don't miss this opportunity to gain this insight and renew and build relationships with fellow district members.

Here is the list of 2010 Division Area Make-up Training and Contest Dates (pdf). (updated March 4, 2010)

New Bookstore Management

Written by John Harman, District Governor Thursday, 17 December 2009 13:52

Teressa Burrell-Gordon and her sister Ordean Bond, both members of the Southside Verizon Toastmasters Club #916942 have stepped up to assume the responsibilities of managing the bookstore from Jim and Micki Adee.

I’ve accepted their gracious offer and am confident they will do a superb job of managing these resources.

Join me in congratulating Teressa and Ordean as they take on this important function.

2009 Fall Conference - Special Moments

Written by John Harman, District Governor, Jerry Keast, LGET, and Michele Roach, LGM Wednesday, 16 December 2009 20:06

THANK YOU...THANK YOU...THANK YOU

Join the District TRIO in congratulating Patricia Jordan, Conference Chair, the Conference Committee, and the vast support team who worked tirelessly to ensure the members were provided an exciting, diverse and educational program. The diversity of the weekend seemed to be enjoyed by all with the following highlighting just a few key areas.

Living the "Toastmasters Promise"

Written by John Harman, District Governor, Jerry Keast, LGET, and Michele Roach, LGM Thursday, 10 December 2009 12:58

The District TRIO embraces the heartfelt message of Gary Schmidt, International President, 2009 - 2010. Live "A Toastmasters Promise" and encourage someone to reach levels they only dream about! Together we can achieve success!

May the Holiday Season be memorable and filled with peace and joy.

The District 66 Trio
John Harman, District Governor, Jerry Keast, LGET, and Michele Roach, LGM

International President's Mid-year Message

December 9, 2009

Dear District Leaders,

Where does the time go? It seems like only yesterday that the new Toastmasters year began and we were all together at the International Convention! As we near the mid-way point of the Toastmasters year, it is the perfect time to celebrate what we have achieved and review what we have left to accomplish in this year of service to our members and clubs.

Toastmasters District 66