Esprit de Corps Toastmasters is inviting residents to an open house from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 15, to meet members and hear from Davenport Alderman-At-Large Kyle Gripp.
Guests are also invited to join members for the regular Club No. 5999 meeting that will include a prepared speech, Table Topics (impromptu speeches) and evaluations in the Rock Island Arsenal Clock Tower Building Complex, 1500 Rock Island Lane, Rock Island.
“Esprit de Corps Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive environment where members have the opportunity to develop their communication and leadership skills,” said Mike Cummings, club president for Toastmasters club 5999.
Club Treasurer and Secretary Tom Gambucci, who has served in various club positions, will be the Table TopTics master.
“Table Topics are one of my favorite parts of the meeting,” Mr. Gambucci said. “This is where guests and members are randomly selected to speak for one to two minutes. It helps you think and speak clearly on your feet.”
Toastmasters Club 5999 meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month, 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., at the Rock Island Arsenal, typically at the Clock Tower Complex and online (hybrid meetings). District 54 comprises more than 50 corporate and community clubs in Northern Illinois. To learn more about District 54 please visit: Home (d54tm.com).
This story has been updated to include a speaker change.
