Dublin South Toastmasters

✨ Dublin South Toastmasters – Tonight's Meeting ✨

As summer approaches, we're taking a trip down memory lane with tonight's theme: 🌞 Childhood Memories 🌞

From summer adventures and favourite games to treasured moments that still make us smile, we'll be reflecting on the stories that shaped us.

📍 Clayton Hotel, Leopardstown
🕗 Start: 8:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, 16th June 2026

📖 Word of the Day: Alchemy
The art of transformation — turning ordinary experiences into something extraordinary. Much like the memories we carry with us throughout life.

🎤 Tonight's Highlights

• John Maher – AI Engineering (Icebreaker)
• Tatiana Burlakova – 12 Angry Men
• Iacob Cupcea – Active Listening
• Craig Bewley moderates an interactive panel discussion:

⚡ Thought-provoking discussions
👂 Active listening in action
📝 Supportive evaluations
🌟 A full meeting review from General Evaluator Paddy Collins

Whether you're a seasoned speaker, a first-time guest, or simply curious about Toastmasters, we'd love to welcome you. 💙❤️💛

➡️ Next Meeting: Tuesday, 7th July 2026

✨ Dublin South Toastmasters – 15th Anniversary Celebration 🎉 ✨

What a wonderful evening as we celebrated 15 years of Dublin South Toastmasters! 🎂🎤

The club was delighted to welcome former members, guests, and friends as we reflected on a journey that has helped hundreds of people grow in confidence, leadership, and communication since 2011.

🌟 Special guests included club founder Eugene Creegan, former members John Kelly DTM and Claire Grogan, along with visitors Tarun, Richie, and Seamus.

🎤 Highlights from the evening:

• John Kelly shared the story of how Dublin South Toastmasters began and what those early meetings looked like.
• Paddy Collins spoke about overcoming fear, practising courage, and building confidence through life and Toastmasters.
• Eoin Keane led an engaging Table Topics session, giving members and guests an opportunity to share their experiences and communication challenges.
• Chris Werner DTM moderated a fascinating panel discussion with Clare, Eugene, and Garvan Gallagher on “Toastmasters Journeys: Growing through DSTM.”

💎 The evening's Crystal Anniversary theme was beautifully carried throughout the meeting by Toastmaster Orna Mulhern, who brought warmth, elegance, and thoughtful touches to every part of the celebration.

☕ After the formal meeting, members and guests enjoyed cupcakes, coffee, conversations, and plenty of reminiscing as old friendships were renewed and new connections were made.

🌱 A lovely finishing touch saw guests leaving with packets of flower seeds, a fitting reminder that growth often starts with a small step.

👏 A huge thank you to Orna Mulhern, Eoin Keane, and Eric Mullaly for helping organise such a memorable celebration, and to everyone who has contributed to Dublin South Toastmasters over the past 15 years.

Here's to the next chapter of learning, leadership, friendship, and growth! 🥂

💙❤️💛

📍 Dublin South Toastmasters
🎤 Celebrating 15 Years of Growth, Confidence & Community

✨ Dublin South Toastmasters – 15 Year Anniversary ✨

Tonight, we celebrate 15 years of growth, confidence, and community.

An evening dedicated to the stories, experiences, and impact Toastmasters has had on our members — past and present.

📍 Clayton Hotel, Leopardstown
🕢 Assemble: 7:45 PM
🕗 Start: 8:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, 2nd June 2026

🎤 What to expect tonight:

• Inspiring speeches from our members
• Interactive Table Topics session
• A special moderated segment reflecting on the journey of our club
• Celebration, connection, and shared stories

💬 Theme: What Toastmasters Has Given Me

Whether you’re a long-time member, new to the club, or visiting for the first time — this is a perfect night to experience what makes our community so special.

👏 Join us as we celebrate the journey and look ahead to the future.

➡️ Next meeting: Tuesday, 16th June 2026

See you tonight 🎉🎤💙❤️💛

✨ DSTM Meeting Summary – 19th May 2026 ✨

What an evening of unexpected adventures, reflection, laughter, and true serendipity at Dublin South Toastmasters 🎤

From the very beginning, the atmosphere was warm and engaging as Steve welcomed members alongside our visitors Midhun, Richard, and our good friend George from Sandyford. Our debutant Toastmaster set the tone perfectly by sharing stories of his own unexpected adventures, immediately drawing everyone into the spirit of the night.

📖 Monica beautifully delivered “The Peace of Wild Things” by Wendell Berry, bringing a thoughtful and calming moment to the meeting.

✨ Nikita encouraged everyone to embrace the Word of the Day — Serendipity — while Chris, returning fresh from a different kind of Base Camp adventure, humorously reminded speakers of the dangers of going overtime… apparently pneumonia awaits those who ignore the timer ⏰😂

🌟 The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly Alex Hannon’s engaging Moments of Truth workshop. Rarely conducted and full of valuable insights, the session sparked lively discussion, reflection, and participation from everyone in the room. Alex deservedly earned Best Contribution of the Evening 👏

🎙️ Rosemary then led an energetic Table Topics session, inviting both Annas, Chris, Orna, Steve Fitzgerald, and our guest Richard to think on their feet. Huge congratulations to Orna for winning Best Table Topics Speaker 🏆

👏 The evaluations brought even more value to the evening:

Imelda delivered a fantastic evaluation of the Table Topics session

Orna gave an insightful evaluation of Alex’s workshop

Eric Mullaly, as General Evaluator, wrapped up the night with a supportive and encouraging overview of the entire meeting

Another memorable evening filled with learning, encouragement, humour, and connection 💫

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🎤 Dublin South Toastmasters – Meeting Recap 🎤

🗓 5th May 2026
📍 Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
🎭 Tall Tales Contest Night

What a memorable evening — full of laughter, creativity, and something a little different 💫

✨ Highlights from the night:
• Our Tall Tales Contest gave newer members a chance to step up and try something new
• Brilliant speeches from Catherine Blackwell, Imelda Leahy, and Steve Fitzgerald
🏆 Steve Fitzgerald took 1st Place, adding another win to a strong year
• Huge credit to Eric Mullaly (Contest Chair) and Rosemary Loughlin (Chief Judge) for running a smooth contest
• Recognition and awards presented by Neil for members completing Pathways levels 👏

After the break… things got interesting 👀

🎥 We were joined by Tyrone Productions, filming a project for RTÉ about people with disabilities entering the workforce.

We had the chance to meet Brendan O'Connor and Kevin Whelan, who shared his journey stepping into public speaking for the first time.

🎤 A lively Table Topics session led by Orna Mulhern
💬 Small group discussions and supportive feedback moments
📸 And a great group photo to finish the night

A meeting full of growth, courage, and real connection — exactly what Toastmasters is about.

🗓 Next Meeting: 19th May

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🎤 Tonight at Dublin South Toastmasters! 🎤

🗓️ Tuesday, 5th May 2026
⏰ Starts at 20:00 (assemble 7:45 PM)
📍 Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
🧾 Meeting #347
🎭 Theme: Tall Tales Contest

Join us tonight for one of the most entertaining meetings of the year — our Tall Tales Contest!

Expect creativity, humour, imagination, and stories that may be just a little… exaggerated 😄

✨ Tonight’s Contest Speakers:
🎙 Catherine Blackwell
🎙 Imelda Leahy
🎙 Steve Fitzgerald

Who will take the crown for the best Tall Tale and move forward in the contest? 👀

Also on tonight’s agenda:
🏆 Presentation of Educational Awards
🎭 Table Topics led by Orna Mulhern
🎤 Special Segment by Tyrone Productions
🔍 Contest judging and final results
☕ Networking break and great conversations

Whether you're competing, supporting, or visiting for the first time, tonight promises plenty of laughs and memorable moments.

Come along and enjoy a Toastmasters night with a twist 🙌

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🎤 Dublin South Toastmasters – Meeting Recap 🎤

🗓 21st April 2026
📍 Clayton Hotel Leopardstown
🧠 Word of the Day: Reinvention

A very engaging evening with 15 members and 7 guests, full of honest speaking, learning, and great energy throughout the room.

✨ Highlights from the night:
• The meeting was led by Monica as President and Neil as Toastmaster
• Warm welcome from Eric, including our Area Director
• A beautiful poetic moment from Anna Ershova with “A Light Exists in Spring”
• Tatiana introduced the Word of the Day, while Iacob kept everyone on time
• Honest and engaging speeches from Alua Larkin and Anna Sherkova
• Monica led a lively Table Topics session, evaluated by Steven Fitzpatrick
• Strong evaluations from Imelda Leahy (first time 👏), Shantha, and David
• Full meeting evaluation by Teresa Cronin
• Insights and feedback from our Area Director Joe Bergin

🏆 Awards of the night:
✨ Best Contribution: Imelda Leahy
🎭 Best Table Topics Speaker: Joe Bergin

Another meeting full of growth, reflection, and real moments — exactly what Toastmasters is about.

🗓 Next Meeting: 5th May
🎤 Tall Tales Contest | AGM | Annual Awards

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✨ Dublin South Toastmasters – Tonight’s Meeting ✨

Step into an evening of growth, fresh perspectives, and new beginnings.

📍 Clayton Hotel, Leopardstown
🕗 Start: 8:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, 21st April 2026

🎭 Theme of the Night: Reinvention
A chance to reflect, reset, and explore how we evolve — both on stage and in life.

📖 Word of the Day: Reinvention

🎤 What’s on the agenda?

• Alua Larkin – The Invisible Key (Icebreaker)
• Neil D’Souza – Preparing for the Unprepared Speech
• Anna Shakhova – I Think I Am Happy Here (Icebreaker)

⚡ Impromptu speaking with Table Topics led by Monica Diez Campa
📝 Supportive evaluations to help every speaker grow
🌟 A full meeting review from General Evaluator Teresa Cronin
👀 Special insights from Area Director Joseph Bergin

Whether you're building confidence, improving communication, or exploring your next step — this is the place to start.

➡️ Next meeting: Tuesday, 5th May 2026

See you tonight 🎤✨ 💙❤️💛

✨ Dublin South Toastmasters – Meeting Recap ✨
📅 Tuesday, 7th April 2026
📍 Clayton Hotel, Leopardstown

A shorter meeting… but full of energy, stories, and growth.

🎤 Theme of the Evening: Breaking Out of Your Shell

Led by Toastmaster David Curtin, the meeting encouraged everyone to step forward, take risks, and share their voice.

🎭 Highlights from the night:

• Catherine Blackwell took us on an adventurous journey to Canada — from bobsleighing to seaplanes
• Alex Hannon shared his leadership journey, from high-energy coaching days to a more grounded, democratic style

📖 A beautiful spring-themed poem by Rob Delicato
📝 Clear and engaging role explanations from Orna (Grammarian) and Alua (Timekeeper — with some creative improvisation!)

⚡ Table Topics, led by Imelda Leahy, challenged members to step out of their comfort zones
👏 Insightful evaluations from Chris Werner & Bláithín Liston helped speakers refine their message
🌟 Monica Diez Campa stepped in as General Evaluator, wrapping up the meeting with professionalism and clarity

Even with fewer speeches, the quality, energy, and support in the room made it a memorable evening.

➡️ Next meeting: Tuesday, 21st April 2026

See you at the next one 🎤✨ 💙❤️💛

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✨ Dublin South Toastmasters – Tonight’s Meeting ✨

Join us this evening for another engaging night of speaking, learning, and connection.

📍 Clayton Hotel, Leopardstown
🕗 Start: 8:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, 7th April 2026

🎤 What’s happening tonight?

• Catherine Blackwell – Throwing caution to the wind
• Alex Hannon – Leadership insights from real experience
• Table Topics led by Imelda Leahy
• A creative poetry moment with Rob Delicato

📝 Supportive evaluations to help every speaker grow
🌟 A full meeting review from General Evaluator Monica Diez Campa

Whether you're building confidence, improving communication, or just curious — you’re very welcome to join us.

➡️ Next meeting: Tuesday, 21st April 2026

See you tonight! 🎤✨ 💙❤️💛

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