Harbourside Toastmasters Club 1843

09/14/2026

Another week, another great Toastmasters meeting!

Darlene Jones served as Toastmaster, guiding us through the meeting, while Holly Durham delivered her speech, “Moving and Transporting Injured People,” as part of her Visionary Communication pathway.

Senhao Wang led us through Table Topics, challenging everyone with thoughtful questions on culture and diversity.

🎙️ Toastmaster: Darlene Jones
🔤 Ah-Counter: Trudy Young
⏱️ Timer: Kathryn Hanson
🎤 Speaker: Holly Durham
💭 Table Topics Master: Senhao Wang
📋 General Evaluator: Ryan Quinn

Thanks to everyone who joined us! See you at the next meeting.

09/08/2026

Last week Kathryn Hanson took on the Toastmaster role, guiding us through the meeting and keeping things moving.

We also had some impromptu speaking practice with Tim Moore leading Table Topics.

Thanks to everyone who took on a role and helped make the meeting happen:

🎙️ Toastmaster: Kathryn Hanson
🔤 Ah-Counter: Ryan Quinn
📝 Grammarian: Trudy Young
⏱️ Timer: Senhao Wang
💭 Table Topics Master: Tim Moore

Thanks to everyone who joined us! We hope to see you at our next meeting.

09/01/2026

Our latest meeting featured Darlene Jones delivering her Ice Breaker speech, “After All I Have a Degree in Santa Claus.” While the speech was an Ice Breaker project, Darlene has been a part of our club for many years, and her experience as a Toastmaster certainly shone through.

We also had a chance to sharpen our impromptu speaking skills during Table Topics, led by Senhao Wang.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the meeting happen:

🎙️ Toastmaster: Ryan Quinn
🔤 Ah-Counter: Leonardo Gamarano
📝 Grammarian: Senhao Wang
⏱️ Timer: Holly Durham
💭 Table Topics Master: Senhao Wang
📋 Speech Evaluator: Senhao Wang

Thanks to everyone who joined us! We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.

08/25/2026

Our latest meeting featured an inspiring speech from Leonardo Gamarano titled “Be the Reason Someone Believes in Themselves,” encouraging us to think about the impact our words and actions can have on others.

A special congratulations to Holly Durham on serving as Toastmaster for the first time! 👏

Thank you to everyone who helped make the meeting a success:
🎙️ Toastmaster: Holly Durham
🔤 Ah-Counter: Christine Callam Beharie
📝 Grammarian: Christine Callam Beharie
⏱️ Timer: Kathryn Hanson
💭 Table Topics Master: Senhao Wang
📋 Speech Evaluator: Ryan Quinn

Thanks to everyone who joined us, we look forward to seeing everyone at our next meeting!

📅 Join us for our next Toastmasters meeting!
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
Format: Hybrid

📍 In Person:
Saint John Newcomers Centre
75 Prince William Street, Saint John, NB, Canada

💻 Join Online:
Contact Holly Durham at [email protected] or check the Harbourside Toastmasters Group S private Facebook or LinkedIn group for meeting details.

08/17/2026

Public speaking can be intimidating. For many people, the thought of standing in front of a room and speaking can bring on nerves, anxiety, and self doubt.

Confidence isn’t something you have to be born with. It’s something you can build.

Toastmasters International recently released this video about overcoming public speaking anxiety and finding the confidence to speak up.

Through practice, encouragement, and a supportive community, Toastmasters gives you a place to face those fears and become a more confident communicator.

If public speaking makes you nervous, you’re not alone. You don’t have to stay stuck there.

Watch the video to learn how Toastmasters can help.
https://youtu.be/p_OkEihJeAU?si=rumjYBV8GuQs7PUu

Confidence isn't something you're born with—it's something you buil...

08/17/2026

🎉 Another Great Harbourside Toastmasters Meeting!
We successfully completed another inspiring Toastmasters meeting on August 12, 2026! 🎤✨

👏 Congratulations to Christine Callam on completing her Pathways Level 1 speech, “Toastmasters – A Learning Tool for Achieving Persuasive Influence.” Well done, Christine! Keep going! 🌟

☀️ A big thank-you to Senhao Wang for leading a fun and engaging Table Topics session on Summer Breaks. Everyone did a fantastic job sharing their insights, experiences, and stories!

👏 Thank you to all our role-takers for helping make the meeting smooth, engaging, and enjoyable:
• Toastmaster of the Day: Senhao Wang
• Ah-Counter: Kathryn Hanson
• Grammarian: Holly Durham
• Timer: Darlene Jones
• Table Topics Master: Senhao Wang
• Speaker: Christine Callam
• Evaluator: Moore
Thank you, everyone, for your participation and support! Together, we continue to build our communication, confidence, and leadership skills. 💪🎤

✨ Keep learning. Keep growing. Keep speaking!

📅 Join us for our next Toastmasters meeting!
Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
Format: Hybrid

📍 In Person:
Saint John Newcomers Centre
75 Prince William Street, Saint John, NB, Canada

💻 Join Online:
Contact Holly Durham at [email protected] or check the Harbourside Toastmasters Group S private Facebook or LinkedIn group for meeting details.

Come join us and continue developing your communication and leadership skills. We’d love to welcome you! ✨

08/11/2026

Our August 5 meeting featured an informative speech from Holly Durham titled "First Aid for Asthma," where she shared practical information on recognizing and responding to asthma emergencies.

A special congratulations to Tim Moore on serving as Toastmaster for the first time! 👏

This week's Table Topics centered around vacations, giving members the chance to share stories and experiences through impromptu speaking.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the meeting a success:
🎙️ Toastmaster: Tim Moore
🔤 Ah-Counter: Kathryn Hanson
📝 Grammarian: Christine Callam Beharie
⏱️ Timer: Senhao Wang
💭 Table Topics Master: Ryan Quinn
Evaluator: Senhao Wang

Thanks to everyone who attended and participated. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting!

08/04/2026

Another week, another great meeting!

Our July 29 meeting featured two engaging prepared speeches that inspired us to reflect, grow, and become better communicators.

Congratulations to Christine Callam Beharie on delivering another milestone in her Toastmasters journey with her Ice Breaker speech in her new Pathway! 👏

We also enjoyed a thoughtful speech from Leonardo Gamarano titled "The Invisible Backpack We All Carry," reminding us that everyone is facing challenges we may not see. His message encouraged us to lead with kindness, empathy, and understanding, because everyone is fighting their own battle.

A big thank you to Holly Durham for leading a fun and engaging Table Topics session, giving members another opportunity to practice their impromptu speaking skills.

We'd also like to thank everyone who helped make the meeting a success:
🎙️ Toastmaster: Ryan Quinn
🔤 Ah-Counter: Mintrude Young
⏱️ Timer: Senhao Wang
💭 Table Topics Master: Holly Durham
📋 General Evaluator & Speech Evaluator: Senhao Wang
🗣️ Speech Evaluator: Kathryn Hanson

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped create another welcoming and supportive meeting. Every session is an opportunity to build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and encourage one another on our Toastmasters journey.

📢 **Join us for our next Toastmasters meeting!**

**📅 Date:** Wednesday, August 5, 2026
**🕛 Time:** 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
**📍 Format:** Hybrid

**🏢 In Person:**
Saint John Newcomers Centre
75 Prince William Street, Saint John, NB, Canada

**💻 Join Online:**
• Option 1: https://lnkd.in/gqmEGBdv
• Option 2: Contact Holly Durham at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
• Option 3: Join the "Harbourside Toastmasters Group S" private Facebook or LinkedIn group for meeting details.

Come join us and continue developing your communication and leadership skills. We'd love to welcome you! ✨

07/28/2026

Our July 22 meeting featured an inspiring prepared speech from Leonardo Gamarano titled "Beyond the Comfort Zone: Where Life Truly Begins." His persuasive speech encouraged us to embrace challenges and step outside our comfort zones to continue growing both personally and professionally.

A big thank you as well to Christine for leading an engaging Table Topics session that gave members the chance to practice their impromptu speaking skills in a fun and supportive environment.

We'd also like to thank everyone who helped make the meeting a success:
🎙️ Toastmaster: Senhao Wang
🔤 Ah-Counter: Sandra Podgorenko
📝 Grammarian: Ryan Quinn
⏱️ Timer: Trudy Young
💭 Table Topics Master: Christine Callam Beharie
📋 Speech Evaluator: Senhao Wang

Every meeting is an opportunity to build confidence, improve communication skills, and support one another on our Toastmasters journey. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just curious about what Toastmasters has to offer, we'd love to have you join us at a future meeting!

07/22/2026

🎉 Another Great Toastmasters Meeting Is in the Books! 🎉

Our meeting on Wednesday, July 15 featured an engaging prepared speech by Callam, followed by a thoughtful evaluation from Hanson. Thank you both for contributing to another enjoyable and educational session!

A special thank you to everyone who took on a meeting role and helped everything run smoothly:

🎙️ Master of the Day: Kathryn Hanson
🔤 Ah-Counter: Senhao Wang
📝 Grammarian: Mintrude Young
⏱️ Timer: Bouazzaoui (R-Guest)
💭 Table Topics Master: Senhao Wang
🗣️ Speaker: Callam
📋 Evaluator: Kathryn Hanson

Every Toastmasters meeting is an opportunity to practice, learn, and grow in a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether you're an experienced speaker or just beginning your public speaking journey, there's always something new to gain!

📅 Join us for our next Toastmasters meeting!

Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
Format: Hybrid

📍 In Person:
Saint John Newcomers Centre
75 Prince William Street, Saint John, NB, Canada

💻 Join Online:
• Option 1: https://lnkd.in/gqmEGBdv
• Option 2: Contact Holly Durham at [email protected]
• Option 3: Join the " Harbourside Toastmasters Group S" private Facebook or LinkedIn group for meeting details.

Come join us and continue developing your communication and leadership skills. We'd love to welcome you! ✨