Congratulations to all of our contest participants and winners.
Keep up the good work!
For an update on the latest news from District One click HERE!

In this edition:

Updates from the Trio

• Greetings from District Director Jessica Allen, DTM – Read about District One accomplishments and the exciting news about the International President Michael Storkey attending the 2016 Fall Conference.
• An Update from Club Growth Director Evelyn Woolridge, DTM – Learn what the team has been up to and get an introduction to some of our newest clubs.
• Distinguished Club Program Successes from Program Quality Julie Broady, DTM – Gain valuable resources to support your club and read about clubs and members who are already shining

Details about the upcoming 2016 Fall Conference

• The Presenters and Conference Activities
• How to Register and purchase Opportunity Drawing Tickets in Advance
• How to Become a Conference Sponsor, Advertise in the Conference Program or Donate a Raffle Prize.

Read this Articles

• Club Spotlight – Meet Sand and Sea Toastmasters and how they are meeting their DCP goals
• Kitchen Corner – Club Ambassador David Kitch, DTM, PDG shares the perfect recipe for club success – Strong Membership

Important Dates – Learn what events are coming up in District One that you won’t want to miss.
Register for the District One Fall Conference Today:

The conference price is $75 prior to October 30th (EXTENDED DATE) and increases to $85 thereafter. Register today at district1toastmasters.org/fall-conference.

When you register you will also be able to purchase Opportunity Drawing Tickets at a special price. There will be many fabulous prizes including the Grand Prize which is a 43″ Flat Screen TV.

It is not too late if you or your club is interested in becoming a conference sponsor or putting an advertisement in the program. For more details go to district1toastmasters.org/fall-conference. If you are interested in donating a raffle prize please email district1tmconference@gmail.com

Can’t wait to share in the excitement with you!
Sincerely,

Jessica Allen, DTM
District One Director

Congratulations to all of our contest participants and winners.
Keep up the good work!
The Newsletter you have been waiting for has arrived. Click HERE for the latest news and happenings in District One!

Important Dates – Learn what events and awards are coming up in District One that you won’t want to miss.

Greetings from our District Director Jessica Allen, DTM- read about her vision for the District.

The Best of District One – Read the following articles

• District One’s first Accredited Speaker Eldona Lewis-Fernandez
• Sherwood Jones’ journey to the 2016 World Championship stage
• How Lakewood Toastmasters is putting their members first

September District Events:

• Upcoming Area Speech Contests and other District Events – check the district calendar at district1toastmasters.org/district-events
• Smedley Award – clubs that add, renew, or reinstate 5 new members from August 1st – September 30th, will receive a $75 Toastmasters gift certificate.
• Dues are Due: Beginning Oct 1, individual members’ dues will increase to $45. There is also a new Toastmasters rule: “there is no grace period for membership renewals. You can go online to pay dues at www.toastmasters.org and click on “Club Central”.

Be a September Sensation Club – Submit your dues on time and receive a Toastmasters gift certificate in the amount of
$20 when you reach your member base of 13-19 members
$50 when you reach Charter strength (20 members) and greater

For more details on all Awards and Recognition Programs go to http://district1toastmasters.org/programs/awards-and-recognition/

Sincerely,

Jessica Allen, DTM
District One Director