Ann Arbor Toastmasters & Friends, Club #6563

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Want to improve your public speaking skills?

Join us in person every Wed. @ 6 PM at Northside Community Center in Ann Arbor located at 809 Taylor St., Ann Arbor, MI 48105.

05/14/2026

Vicky here!

We had a GREAT meeting tonight with so much positive energy.

I was a speaker tonight and discussed how we can foster a strong club climate. I was really impressed with how well our new member Jay evaluated me

We also had a very fitting table topics hosted by our champion speaker, Jayden, on gift giving and which gifts we would like to receive. This was a great theme after Mother's Day.

If you would like to find out more, come stop by on a Wednesday evening at 6 pm at the Northside Community center!

04/19/2026

Vicky Turner, Vice President of Membership attended the District 28 Conference in Detroit yesterday. Jayden Wang also participated in the International Speech Contest and won first place despite a fire alarm going off during his speech! Congratulations to Jayden!

04/02/2026

🎤 Meeting Highlights – April 1st 🌸

This week’s meeting brought practical insights and a touch of spring energy!

⏱️ Ravi delivered a focused and helpful speech on how to be more productive by tackling the most important or most difficult tasks first—a great reminder to prioritize what truly matters.

🌷 Vicky led a refreshing Table Topics session with a spring theme, sparking light, seasonal, and engaging responses from everyone.

Another great meeting full of learning and connection—join us next time!

03/27/2026

🎤 Meeting Highlights – March 25th 🌟

This week’s meeting was all about fine-tuning and preparation for the 3/26 speech tournament!

🎤 Tom Wagner and Jayden Wang both took the stage to practice and refine their speeches, getting ready to give their best performances. The room was filled with focus, support, and helpful feedback.

🧠 Tommy Calderone led a thoughtful Table Topics session centered on memories, sparking meaningful and sometimes nostalgic responses from the group.

Wishing our speakers the best of luck in the tournament—go crush it! 💪

03/20/2026

🎤 Meeting Highlights – March 18th 🌟

This week’s meeting brought plenty of laughs and great energy!

😂 Jayden Wang delivered his Level 3 project “Know Your Sense of Humor,” showcasing how humor can be a powerful tool in communication. His speech kept everyone engaged and smiling throughout.

😄 Naresh led a fun and relaxed Table Topics session, with lighthearted questions that got everyone thinking quickly—and laughing even faster!

Another great reminder that growth and fun go hand in hand at Toastmasters. Join us next time!

02/27/2026

Meeting Highlights – February 25th 🌟

Tonight’s meeting was all about preparation and performance as we geared up for the 2/26 contests!

🏆 We had three powerful speeches, all contest-ready:
• Tom Wagner
• Vicky Turner
• Jayden Wang

Each brought passion, polish, and presence as they prepared to compete. The energy in the room was focused and supportive—exactly what Toastmasters is all about.

💼 Mark Boyle led Table Topics with a fun and practical theme: job interview questions. Members had to think on their feet and deliver confident, impromptu responses—great real-world practice!

02/05/2026

🎤 Meeting Highlights – February 4th 🌟

Another meeting with a great turnout and fantastic energy—this time with 7 guests joining us! One of them, Tommy, stood out and was voted Best Table Topics after delivering a memorable response.

🗣️ Pedro delivered a reflective speech on “the strength behind being quiet,” sharing insights into his communication style and how silence can be a powerful tool in communication and leadership.

💬 Jayden served as Table Topics Master and, as always, brought interesting and provocative questions, encouraging us to reflect on different kinds of emotions and respond with honesty and creativity.

Meetings like this show how engaging and welcoming Toastmasters can be. If you’re curious about improving your communication or leadership skills, guests are always welcome—come check us out!

01/30/2026

🎤 Meeting Highlights – January 28th 🌟

We had a great turnout at this week’s Toastmasters meeting, with lots of guests bringing fantastic energy to the room! If you’ve been thinking about visiting, take this as your sign—we’d love to welcome even more guests at our next meeting.

🧭 Ravi delivered a thoughtful speech reflecting on the mentors who have guided and supported him over the years, reminding us how much leadership is shaped by those who invest in us.

❤️ Jayden shared a deeply emotional and powerful speech about his connection with his father, using the act of “turning around” as a moving symbol of how his father was always watching over and supporting him. A truly memorable moment.

❓ Nigel led a strong Table Topics session with the theme of leadership, sparking insightful and personal responses from members and guests alike.

Whether you’re new or returning, Toastmasters is a great place to grow your voice and confidence—guests are always welcome. Join us next time!

01/14/2026

For everyone’s safety, today’s Toastmasters meeting is canceled due to snow and poor road conditions.

Please stay safe and warm—we look forward to seeing you at our next scheduled meeting when conditions improve!

12/05/2025

🎤 Meeting Highlights – December 3rd 🌟

Tonight’s Toastmasters meeting brought inspiration, personal stories, and plenty of thoughtful choices!

🧘 Vicky Turner delivered a Presentation Mastery Level 3 – Persuasive Speaking project, sharing her vision of a sustainable path to wellness. Her message was motivating and practical—encouraging us all to take small, meaningful steps toward healthier living.

🏅 Pedro Monteiro completed the final speech of Level 1 in the Presentation Mastery pathway, speaking about his passion for sports and how it strengthens his connection with family. A heartfelt way to wrap up the level!

❓ Joe Kastely led a creative and entertaining Table Topics session with the theme “choice between two options.” Members had fun thinking on their feet and making quick decisions—sometimes serious, sometimes hilarious!

Each week brings new voices and new growth. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the next meeting!

11/20/2025

🎤 Meeting Highlights – November 19th 🌟

This week’s Toastmasters meeting brought thoughtful insights and lots of laughs!

📊 Xiao Ni delivered her second speech, exploring the important topic of gender-based salary discrepancies. Her message was clear, well-researched, and sparked meaningful reflection among the group.

💡 Jayden Wang served as our Table Topics Master, guiding us through a session on inventions, innovations, and their impacts. His mix of humor and inspiration made the impromptu speeches both fun and thought-provoking.

Every meeting gives us a chance to grow—one speech, one question, one insight at a time. Join us next week!

Address

815 Taylor Street
Ann Arbor, MI
48105

Website

https://annarbor.toastmastersclubs.org/

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