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Manly Esperanto Club

On the oceanfront opposite Whitewater Restaurant, South Steyne, Manly. Good chance to start learning Esperanto. Excellent opportunity to improve your language. Contact: rspring@tpg.com.au 9976 6320

Games Night at the Art Syndicate

Join us at our cozy wine bar in Surry Hills for an evening of board games, wine, and great company! Owned by passionate board gamers, we’ve created the perfect space for both casual players and seasoned strategists. HOUSERULES: It's a $10 entry fee (for attendees over 21 years old) or you buy a drink at the bar - it's up to you! When you enter our space, be polite and say hello! Please be respectful of our games and put them back where you found them so that others can enjoy them, too! We have three large tables perfect for groups of four, plus an extra-large communal table, ideal for meeting new friends over a shared love of games. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, this is the perfect place to connect with fellow board game enthusiasts. We have quick and fun games like Sushi Go, Codenames, and Love Letters, strategy classics like Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, and Go, and team-based action with Captain Sonar. For those who enjoy deeper thinking, we have analytical, problem-solving games like Sherlock Holmes: Consulting Detective, along with classic card games and family favourites like Scrabble. For dedicated gamers, we can even bring out rare gems like Sidereal Confluence and The Gallerist with enough notice. And of course, feel free to bring your own favourites too! We are looking forward to playing! Your hosts Lisa and Saxon

The Bay BookClub - The Daily Stoic 📖

Get ready for the first meetup by the Bay Run on the benches next to the Waterfront Green Amenities. 📍 Please see location pin You don't need to have read the book, come along and meet like-minded people, have meaningful chats and make new friends. We'll be discussing and taking notes on 'The Daily Stoic' by Ryan Holiday. (Optional) BYO: 📖 book 📓 journal & pen 🥤 drinks / snacks

Improve your public speaking skills in a safe, fun and open environment

PMI Sydney Toastmasters club is one of Toastmasters International clubs. Toastmasters International (TI) is a USA headquartered educational organisation that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of helping members improve their communication, public speaking, and leadership skills. Through its thousands of member clubs, Toastmasters International offers a program of communication and leadership projects designed to help people learn the arts of speaking, listening, and thinking. This meetup group lists club meetings and events. We are a friendly, welcoming group who are interested in improving our public speaking and leadership skills. Whether your goal is to enhance your professional presentation skills, gain confidence in addressing an audience, we find that doing it in the company of like-minded people can be a lot of fun. Meetings include both impromptu and prepared speaking practice. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, 5:45 PM for 6:00 PM start. Visiting the club for the first time is free of charge. Club officers are happy to support and provide detailed information should the visitor is interested to be the member of the club going forward. *** To better manage the attendees, all the visitors have to RSVP the event directly on Meetup before each meeting, so that we can arrange your attendance in face-to-face meetings or invite you to join the meetings via Zoom in the PMs and emails while complying with the Covid-19 related policies.

Public speaking and communication every 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursday of the month

Are you afraid of public speaking? 🗣️ Do you want to be a better communicator? Or maybe you just want to be confident enough to deliver the toast at your friend's wedding. 🤵👰 You have been delaying this for years and it's never too late to start. We are part of a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. At each meeting, you will get the opportunity to develop your speaking, communication & leadership skills. You are welcome to attend the first few meetings as a visitor to ensure the club is a good fit for you. Meetings have an agenda that has been published on our interactive website and members are encouraged to nominate themselves for meeting roles in advance. Undertaking roles is part of developing leadership skills 🥇. You will find that our meetings are friendly and fun, welcoming and warm, nurturing and encouraging attendees to achieve their goals. Laughter is guaranteed; you will be amazed that learning can be so much fun! 😃 Join us as a guest every 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursday of the month at 7:00 am at the new St Leonards Library in Mall 88. For more information you can send us a message, email us at vpm-5810@toastmastersclubs.org or simply visit our website https://5810.toastmastersclubs.org/ Public speaking is a skill, not a talent, you can do this 💪

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Friday Night Board Games at Bondi Junction!

Every Friday, 7pm, Boards games, people! You should join in!! Come experience the great fun and excitement of board, card and other tabletop games with a diverse group of friendly people. Note: If you're new, don't worry about lack of numbers in prior attendance lists, we typically have 10-20 players each week. Note: Club membership will be required for most attendees. This is $7 per year and comes with perks (such as $5 on your card to spend at the bar/restaurant). We also charge a $5 fee for attendance that goes towards managing the group and organising extra events with food and prizes. Feel free to bring your friends, family, lovers or anyone else you think deserves your wrath in a game of Settlers of Catan, Splendor, Coup, Codenames, Dixit, Ticket to Ride, whatever! We're sure they did something to warrant it! We meet in two possible places. The main location is the auditorium area next to Artie's Bar on Level 1. Occasionally (especially when the Easts Roosters are playing) we will be in the meeting room on Level 3 instead (take the lift to get there). Please ensure you RSVP so we can inform the club of approximate numbers. This allows us to have reserved table space. See you there!

Enthusiastic Epping Toastmasters Club

At Enthusiastic Epping toastmasters we grow together! We provide safe, friendly and encouraging environment for our members to nurture their confidence, public speaking and leadership skills Keen to know more? Visit us at: **Epping Creative Centre; 26 Stanley Road, Epping, NSW 2121** https://enthusiasticepping.toastmastersclubs.org If you would like to visit us; please be there before 7:00 pm See you soon :)

Drummoyne Toastmasters Meeting @ Club 5 Dock

Join us to Develop 'YOU'. Improving your confidence, leadership skills, public speaking and communication skills are all benefits that could have a great impact on your personal life and career. Members of Toastmasters find unlimited opportunities for personal and professional growth and development. Joining Toastmasters could change your life. Great time, great venue, great Club. Supporting you in: * Giving prepared speeches * Talking “off the cuff” * Giving evaluations * Telling jokes and stories * Chairing meetings * Meeting management skills * Handling props * Using audio-visual equipment This is a place where you will: Continue to grow; Enhance your social skills; Be entertained; Laugh...... and HAVE FUN! Our meetings are held at **Club Five Dock RSL**. To **confirm your attendance** please RSVP or email your details to **president.drummoyne@toastmastersD70.org**

Burwood Toastmasters

Are you ready to improve your public speaking, communication, and leadership skills in a friendly and supportive environment? If so, we would love to have you join us at the next Burwood Toastmasters meeting! Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting your journey, Burwood Toastmasters is a great place to learn and grow. Our meetings are fun, interactive, and filled with opportunities to practice speaking, get feedback, and gain confidence. Plus, you'll meet a fantastic group of people! **Location:** Burwood RSL Club, 96 Shaftesbury Rd, Burwood NSW Time: 7:00pm

Ashfield Toastmasters - every 2nd and 4th Thursdays

Ashfield Toastmasters brings together people from diverse cultures, languages, and generations all working toward becoming more confident speakers. Our supportive community is a place where experienced members mentor newcomers, different perspectives enrich our discussions, and everyone's voice matters regardless of age or background. Members build practical skills through our structured yet enjoyable meetings featuring prepared speeches, impromptu talks, and helpful feedback. Beyond speaking abilities, we develop leadership, critical thinking, and meaningful connections. Whether you're working to overcome speaking anxiety, improve your professional presentations, or simply looking for a welcoming space to share your thoughts, Ashfield Toastmasters offers the right mix of challenge and support for your personal growth. Join us and discover how our diversity becomes our greatest strength as we learn together!

Manly MultiLingual Toastmasters Club Meeting

Join us for a night of fun, inspiration and personal growth at the Manly Toastmasters event! Learn from experienced speakers and improve your public speaking skills. Network with like-minded individuals and take your leadership to the next level. RSVP now for a night of growth and empowerment! **Agenda** 1st half - Prepared speeches 2nd half - Impromptu speaking **Time** The meetings are on the first Wednesday of each month, between 7-9:30 pm. Please arrive at 6:50 for check-in. **What to Bring** A water bottle to join in the toast. **Parking** Parking is available on the church grounds and is accessible through the gate on your right as you turn off Raglan Street into Whistler Street.