No holding back from hot topics at Toastmasters night

SPEAKEASY Toastmasters had a wide range of speeches at last week’s meeting when Theresa O’Reilly was Toastmaster for the evening.

Anne O’Donovan was Topicsmaster and got a great response to topics ranging from “Is there one place you would never go back to?” and “Did any teacher from school impress and influence you?”

Don McSweeney was Timekeeper for the night and Liam Flynn was General Evaluator.

The first speaker was Kieran Butler with a speech titled “Connection.” Kieran spoke about ageism in the workplace and outlined the advantages of employing an older person. Helsa Giles evaluated the speech.

Next up was Anne Buckley with a speech titled “Different not disordered.” Anne informed her audience that April is Autism Awareness Month and she outlined the various aspects of autism. John Brennan evaluated Anne’s Speech.

Pat Sexton was next to the lectern with a speech titled “It’s about Time.” Pat gave a strong and profound message about time, informing those present that the past is a cashed cheque, the future is a promissory note and life is a series of now moments. Michael Cronin evaluated Pat’s speech.

Marie Connolly was the final speaker for the evening with a speech titled “The Philosopher’s Stone.” Marie outlined the philosophy of pursuing happiness through body, mind and soul and gave a very convincing presentation on how we can best achieve this. Marie Lynes evaluated the speech.

The Speakeasy Toastmasters next meeting is on Thursday May 4 at 8pm. in the Hibernian Hotel. Part of this meeting will include their AGM. All are welcome and guests are never asked to speak.

Further information on Speakeasy Toastmasters can be had by visiting www.speakeasytoastmasters.com or by contacting Marie Fitzpatrick, President (086)8548389 or Helsa Giles E.V.P (083)8858848.