Collinsville Toastmasters

Collinsville Toastmasters Toastmasters is a place where you develop and grow - both personally and professionally. All are welcome!

You join a community of learners, and in Toastmasters meetings we learn by doing.

09/25/2026

The single most important thing you can give a child is the love of books." — Dolly Parton 📚✨

On Dolly Parton Day, we’re celebrating one of the world’s greatest storytellers. Through her Imagination Library, Dolly has gifted over 200 million free books to young children, fostering literacy, imagination, and early confidence.
It starts with learning to read the words on a page.
What happens when it’s time to find your own voice? 🎤
That’s where Toastmasters comes in.
Just like the Imagination Library opens doors through reading,
Toastmasters builds the confidence to speak, lead, and share your unique story with the world. Whether you want to advance in your career, give better presentations, or simply grow into a more confident communicator, we provide the supportive environment you need to thrive.
📖 Literacy fuels the imagination. Toastmasters gives it a voice.
Ready to turn the page on your personal growth? Join us for our next meeting as a guest!
📍 When: Thursday October 1st
🕖 7:00 pm
📍 Where:

Edison’s Entertainment Complex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025

💬 Guests are always welcome and attend for free!

👉 Comment below or send us a message to learn more! #925

09/18/2026

🎤✨ Catching speeches and leveling up communication skills! 🎤✨

Our latest Collinsville Toastmasters meeting wrapped up the season with a fun, high-energy theme: Pokémon and the End of Summer.

Just like training your favorite Pokémon, becoming a confident speaker takes practice, patience, and a great team supporting you along the way.
Members stepped up to the podium, tackled spontaneous Table Topics with a concentration on speaking skills that need to improve on and shared powerful stories. As we said goodbye to summer and kicked off a brand-new season of personal growth.

Whether you're looking to overcome public speaking anxiety, sharpen your leadership abilities, or simply connect with a welcoming community, there’s always a spot for you at our table!

Missed this meeting?
Don't worry—our next session is right around the corner! Come as a guest, see what we're all about, and start your own Toastmasters journey!

🗓 Thursday October 1st
🕖7:00 pm
📍 Edison’s Entertainment Couumplex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025

09/17/2026

😮Ever get put on the spot and struggle to find the right words? 😅

Practice quick thinking in a low-stakes, high-fun environment at the next Collinsville Toastmasters meeting!

Our meeting features Table Topics—short, 1-to-2-minute impromptu speaking challenges designed to help you speak confidently without prep. Whether you want to participate or just sit back and watch, guests are always welcome!!

🗓 Thursday September 17th
🕖7:00 pm
📍 Edison’s Entertainment Couumplex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025

09/10/2026

🚪Clear communication opens doors! 🚪✨ Mark your calendar for our Thursday Sept 17th Collinsville Toastmasters meeting.
See how a friendly, encouraging community can help you speak with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're looking to advance your career, prepare for upcoming presentations, or simply become a better listener and conversationalist, guests are always welcome!
What You’ll Experience:
A structured, encouraging environment to practice public speaking
Fun, impromptu speaking exercises (Table Topics) to help you think on your feet
Actionable, positive feedback designed to help you grow
No pressure to speak—feel free to just observe and see how it works! Bring a friend and join us.

Meeting Details:
🗓 Date: September 17th
⏰ Time: 7:00
📍 Location: Edison’s Entertainment Couumplex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025
🎟️ Free to attend !

👇 Questions? Drop a comment below or send us a message!

09/02/2026

What’s one skill that can transform both your career and everyday interactions? Confident communication. 💬

At Collinsville Toastmasters, we provide a warm, constructive space where members help each other learn, grow, and overcome stage fright.
Why not check out a meeting this week?

🗓️ When: Thursday Sept 3rd 7:00
📍 Where: Edison’s Entertainment Complex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025

💡 Cost: Free for guests!
Drop by and see what we’re all about! 👇
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09/01/2026

What’s one skill that can transform both your career and everyday interactions? Confident communication. 💬

At Collinsville Toastmasters, we provide a warm, constructive space where members help each other learn, grow, and overcome stage fright.
Why not check out a meeting this week?

🗓️ When: Thursday Sept 3rd 7:00
📍 Where: Edison’s Entertainment Complex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025

💡 Cost: Free for guests!
Drop by and see what we’re all about! 👇

08/21/2026

ℹ️ Divulging information ℹ️

The word of the night at Collinsville Toastmasters was "divulge," and a lot of life lessons were shared in our speeches!

Our first speaker spoke about how to recognize the signs of a stroke. Weeks ago, he noticed a friend didn't seem well and suspected a stroke might be occurring. Thanks to his swift action and military training, he stepped in to help. His friend survived, and the long-term effects were far less severe. Sometimes heroes don't wear capes—they're just good friends.
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Our second speaker reflected on growing up, sharing how he used to think his parents were being strict by limiting his allowance and curfew. Only later, as a young adult, did he realize they were actually preparing him for adulthood !
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😜 During Table Topics, we tackled a "strange" theme. Speakers were challenged to explain how they would react to unusual foods, odd situations, or bizarre moments in their lives.

Overall a lot of life lessons were learned and a lot of laughs and good vibes divulged all around .
Want to learn and connect more?
Why not come to our next meeting!

🗓 Thursday September 3rd
🕖7:00 pm
📍 Edison’s Entertainment Couumplex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025

08/19/2026

Can Toastmasters actually help you live longer? 🧠✨

📊 😀 Research shows that strong social connections can lower the risk of early death by up to 50%. Belonging to a supportive community where people connect—like Toastmasters—doesn't just enrich your present; it protects your future.🔮

Combine social connection, boosted confidence, and sharper public speaking skills, and you’ve got a powerful three-prong approach to healthy aging!

Ready to expand your circle and step out of your comfort zone? Join us at our next meeting!

👇 Drop a comment or send us a message or better yet come by this Thursday for a Collinsville Toastmasters you’ll be glad you did in the future.

🗓️ Date: Thursday, August 20th
⏰ Time: 7:00 pm
📍 Location:
Edison’s Entertainment Complex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025!

08/07/2026

"The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts."
— Marcus Aurelius

Our word of the evening was "torpor" (meaning slow or sluggish), but last night’s Collinsville Toastmasters meeting was anything but!

Here is a quick look at what went down:

Negotiating Life: Our first speaker broke down how negotiation isn't just for the boardroom—it happens in everyday life, whether we realize it or not. She walked us through the key stages of negotiation, from initial discussion to finding the Z.O.P.A. (Zone Of Possible Agreement), and finally closing the deal.

Mentor Morale: Our second speaker highlighted a classic Toastmasters theme: mentoring. She shared how effective mentors set the standard and uplift their protégés, proving that the mentorship journey helps the mentor grow just as much as the learner.

Genre Reenactment: Table Topics brought the laughs with a creative twist! Speakers had to improvise scenes on the spot based on assigned genres—mystery, sci-fi, fantasy, and western. We even had some interpretive dancing mixed in!
Sounds like a blast, doesn't it? Come join the fun at our next meeting!

Collinsville Toastmasters the “ Fun 4129!”

🗓️ Date: Thursday, August 20th
⏰ Time: 7:00 pm
📍 Location:
Edison’s Entertainment Complex
High Voltage Room ( 2nd floor )
2477 S State Rt 157
Edwardsville IL 62025

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Edison’s Entertainment Complex , High Voltage Room ( 2nd Floor ), 2477 S State Rt 157, Edwardsville IL 6202
Edwardsville, IL
62025

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7pm - 9pm

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+13147957611

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