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Toastmasters meeting is a learn-by-doing workshop in which participants hone their speaking and lead

Guests are welcome at our meetings - join us on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays of every month at 18:30. Riga Graduate School of Law
Strelnieku iela 4 k-2
Auditorium W20

06/06/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends! What a night we had on our meeting on the 3rd of June! Teodora, our Toastmaster of the evening, kicked off the meeting with her signature flair. She introduced the concept of the "12 Week Year," which, let’s be honest, sounded like a great way to condense our procrastination into a manageable timeframe. Who wouldn’t want to accomplish a year’s worth of goals in just three months?
Next up was Ignas, who presented an educational session on the art of evaluation. He made it clear that evaluations are not just for report cards and performance reviews; they’re also for helping us become better speakers. Ignas's tips were so insightful that we almost forgot we were supposed to be evaluating him! After his educational session, Ignas seamlessly transitioned into leading the table topics session. He posed questions that had us scratching our heads and laughing out loud. Anete stole the show with her impassioned speech about cleaning her space after exams. She painted a vivid picture of the post-exam chaos, complete with crumpled papers and snack wrappers that had taken on a life of their own.
Our meeting ended with elections of the Club’s Executive Committee for year 2026/2027! Let us welcome our President Marija, Vice-President Education and Treasurer Ilze and Vice-President Membership Krishna! We are greateful to exiting Executive Committee – President and Vice-President Education Marija, Vice-President Membership and Secretary Ilze, Vice-President Public Relations Henrik and Treasurer&SAA Martins!
Until next time, keep those intentions high and your actions even higher!

11/05/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends!
Our Toastmasters meeting on 6th of May was a marathon of laughter, learning, and a sprinkle of chaos, all under the mesmerizing guidance of our Toastmaster of the evening, Maria. With a theme centered around marathons, we were all set to sprint through speeches, evaluations, and table topics that left us breathless—mostly from laughter!
Maria kicked off the evening with her usual flair, reminding us that marathons are not just about running long distances but also about enduring long speeches. And speeches did we have! First up was Henrik, who delivered a speech titled “How I Found the Bomb”. His storytelling was so captivating that we were all on the edge of our seats, half-expecting a real bomb squad to show up. Next, Erjon took the stage with his speech about the Tower of Babel and the complexities of languages in his own family. Ilze then stepped in to educate us on the election of the club's executive committee.
Jolanta took the reins for the table topics session, where she challenged members to speak on various marathon-related prompts. In a surprising twist, Erjon snagged the title of Best Table Topics Speaker. Finally, Ignas took home the title of Best Evaluator for his insightful and humorous feedback.
As the evening wrapped up, Maria reminded us that whether we’re running marathons or just running late to meetings, the key is to enjoy the journey. So, until next time, keep your sneakers ready and your speeches mesmerizing!

03/05/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends! In a galaxy not so far away, our Toastmasters meeting took place under the whimsical theme of "May the 4th be with you!" This gathering was a delightful blend of Star Wars references and a sprinkle of Latvian independence, proving that the Force is strong with our club.
Ilze, our fearless Toastmaster, kicked off the meeting, reminding us that even Jedi Masters have to start somewhere. She set the tone for the evening, encouraging everyone to channel their inner Yoda while sharing their thoughts and stories.
First up was Karlis, who bravely embarked on his first speech project titled "Until You Can Fly Forever." He shared his journey of overcoming obstacles—much like a young Anakin Skywalker learning to pilot a podracer. His speech was filled with humor and heart, leaving us all wondering if he might just be the chosen one of our club.
Next, Adrian took the stage as our Table Topics (TT) Master, armed with a collection of Star Wars figurines that would make even the most seasoned collector green with envy. He challenged us to speak on various topics related to the galaxy far, far away. Ilze, in a surprising twist, emerged as the best TT speaker of the night. She shared a powerful story about rising from failure and reminded us that even the greatest heroes stumble, but it’s how we rise that defines us.
As the meeting drew to a close, we all felt a little more connected—not just to each other, but to the spirit of independence that Latvia celebrates.
May the 4th be with you, always!🇱🇻

21/04/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends! Last Wednesday’s Toastmasters meeting was a delightful blend of laughter, learning, and a sprinkle of friendly competition, all wrapped up in the theme of "Quiz Night." Our fearless Toastmaster of the evening, Henrik, kicked things off with a quiz about Toastmasters
Our first speaker, Krishna, took us on a whimsical journey through time travel. Since it was the Ice-breaker speech, we gave Krishna standing ovations and an award. Next speaker was Marija, who tackled the topic of haphazard communication styles. She reminded us that sometimes, the best way to communicate is to just embrace the chaos.
Rihard, our Table Topics Master, took the stage with a pop culture theme that had us all reminiscing about our favorite movies, songs, and memes. The spotlight shone brightly on Mihails and Karlis, who emerged as the best table topic speakers of the evening.
As the meeting drew to a close, we turned our attention to the evaluators. Mihails and Ignas stepped up to the plate, providing insightful and constructive feedback that left us all feeling inspired. Their evaluations were not just critiques; they were masterclasses in how to improve and grow as speakers. We might need to start charging admission for their sessions!
So here’s to Henrik for his quizmaster skills, to Krishna and Marija for their engaging speeches, to Rihard for his pop culture prowess, and to Mihails and Karlis for their table topic brilliance. And let’s not forget Mihails and Ignas for their stellar evaluations. Until next time, may your speeches be as entertaining as a quiz night and your communication as clear as a well-timed punchline! Cheers! 🥂

17/04/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends! We have some great news about Division B International Speech and Evaluations contest! Congratulations to Teodora Ursu for 🥉3rd place at the International Speech Contest! Ilze Donina participated at Evaluation contest and celebrated her birthday 🥳, while Marija Grineviča and Kārlis Niķis helped to make the event truly amazing and unforgettable! As you may notice, there are 2 (!!) Toastmasters from our club, who, after having won🏆 at our Club Contests in Autumn and in Spring, proceeded to the Area level (won there too🏆) AND the Division level! Ursu received 🥉3rd place at the International Speech in Kaunas (11 April 2026) and @~Mihail received 🥈2nd place at the Humorous Speech Contest in Helsinki (22 November 2025). Hip-hip-hurray!!!!!👏👏👏

08/04/2026

Dear Rīga Toastmasters and our friends! Our meeting on the 1st of April was very special! It was about speaking up and laughing out loud! And that's what we did!
Our fearless Toastmaster of the Day Teodora set the tone with a warm welcome and a reminder that laughter is indeed the best medicine.
Next up was Ilze, who took us on a hilarious journey through laughter yoga. With her catchy energy, Ilze had us stretching our bodies and our funny bones. She led us through a series of exercises that included everything from “the funny mobile phone” to “the crazy scientist.”
Following the laughter yoga session, Rihards took the stage for the table topics segment. He had prepared a series of amusing prompts that challenged our members to think on their feet while keeping the laughs rolling.
Among the many brave souls who took on the table topics challenge, Jolanta emerged as the star of the evening and won the Best Table Topics Speaker award. Her quick wit and charming delivery had the audience in stitches.
As we transitioned to the final segment of the meeting, we took a moment to celebrate the 14th birthday of our club. It’s hard to believe that 14 years ago, a group of enthusiastic people came together with a shared passion for public speaking and personal growth. A special cake was brought out, adorned with candles.
This meeting was a beautiful reminder that laughter is not just an act; it’s a way of life. Thank you to everyone who participated and made it a memorable occasion. Until next time, keep laughing and keep growing!

27/03/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends! Some exceptional news to share from Tallinn 21th March Area Contest!!! We have TWO WINNERS 💫💫 OF TWO CONTESTS 🌟🌟 at our club!!!🤩👏👏 Meaning that BOTH Ursu (International Speech Winner) AND Donina (Evaluation Speech Winner) will represent Riga Toastmasters at the next, DIVISION LEVEL CONTEST, taking place SOON, in Kaunas, April 11th😇👏👏👏 CONGRATULATIONS, DEAR LADIES!😍 You make all of us SUPER-PROUD and INSPIRED!!! 🤗🙌

23/03/2026

Dear Rīga Toastmasters and our friends!
"Social Capital" themed meeting was a resounding success, filled with laughter, learning, and a sense of community. Maria, our ever-enthusiastic Toastmaster of the evening, led us through a whirlwind of speeches, laughter, and a few awkward pauses that could rival a sitcom.
Next up was the long-awaited session on speech preparation. Now, when we say “long,” we mean it could have been a feature film. Ignas encouraged everyone to share their best tips, and boy, did we get an earful!
With Rihards as the Table Topics Master, the evening was packed with impromptu hilarity, and Teodora emerged as the best table topics speaker, proving once again that she can charm a room even when winging it.
This meeting reminded us that while building relationships can sometimes feel daunting, a good sense of humor can break down barriers and create lasting connections. Here’s to more meetings filled with laughter and the joy of social capital!
Thank you for joining us in this meeting! We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting, where we’ll explore another theme—hopefully with just as much laughter!

09/03/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends!
On the 4th March our club had International Speech and Evaluations contest. We are proud to inform Teodora won the International Speech contest, and Ilze won Evaluations contest. Congratulations to our winners! We wish both Teodora and Ilze the best of luck of Area B1, B2 and B3 contest in Tallinn on 21st March!
As we move forward, we look forward to more opportunities for growth, learning, and connection within our Toastmasters community.
Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this event! Let’s continue to inspire and empower each other on our speaking journeys!

25/02/2026

Dear Riga Toastmasters and our friends! The meeting kicked off with our charismatic Toastmaster of the Day Marija, who, in a bid to set the tone, shared a story about their own rehearsal gone wrong. This set the stage for a meeting filled with humor and camaraderie.
Next up were the prepared speeches, where Marija shared her insights about lessons learned in leading a team.
The Table Topics session, lead by Teodora, was a highlight of the evening, where members were called upon to speak on random topics . Our guest Dmitrijs stole the hearts of the audience with his story how to tame an angry fridge, and was rewarded with award for the best Table Topics Speaker!
In conclusion, this Toastmasters meeting was a delightful blend of learning and laughter. It showcased the power of humor in public speaking and the importance of embracing our mistakes. After all, if we can’t laugh at ourselves, what’s the point of rehearsing? Here’s to more meetings filled with laughter, camaraderie, and, of course, plenty of rehearsals!

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