Aarrrgh!!!!  Despite an absence of rum, the Tic Talkers Talk Like a Pirate Day meeting can be considered a success, as not a single mate was forced to walk the plank (though Cap'n Ed Beard did come close).  Charley made the day by entertaining us all with his humourous speech entitled 'I Shaved my Ears for This!' Long John Demera will hopefully make better arrangements for refreshments at next year's meeting.

July 1st marks the beginning of a new Toastmasters year and a new executive for our club.  Outgoing Area Governor Wanda Baker was present at our June 27th meeting to install the new executive:  President Jim Bendell, VP Education Ruth Flemming, VP Membership John Blumsum, VP Public Relations Amy Bell, Secretary Peter Freeman, Treasurer Faye Rose and Sergeant at Arms Juanita Shay. 

Peter and Faye look on while Wanda installs Juanita as Sergeant at Arms.

At last Friday's Division D contest, Charley Vaughan won second prize in the International Speech category while Peter Freeman came in third in the Table Topics competition.  Charley will go on to compete at the contest held during the District 45 conference later this month.  Thank you to both Charley and Peter for doing such a fine job representing our club at these events and also to John for acting as one of the judges. 

The evening was hosted by TIC Talkers and was a tremendous success, with approximately fifty toastmasters and guests in attendance.  Contest chair Keith Dexter kept the audience engaged with his humorous quips while proceeding smoothly through the evening's busy agenda.  Chief Judge Bob Marshall and Contest Sergeant-at-Arms John Blumsum ensured that the competition proceeded efficiently according to Toastmasters International exacting standards.   An outstanding spread of food and refreshments organized by Patricia Bell and Peter Freeman (and their obliging spouses) drew raves from attendees.  It was a wonderful evening and one not soon to be forgotten.