Democracy for America

Welcome to Rise and Shine Toastmasters Club, a diverse and fun-loving member club of the public-speaking and leadership organization Toastmasters International. We're meeting virtually right now during the pandemic, but we'll meet again in person soon. Guests are always welcome and can visit for free. When: 7:10-8:30 a.m. on the 2nd and 4th Saturday mornings of each month, and the occasional 5th Saturday as they come up on the calendar. Holidays may alter dates. Where: During the coronavirus pandemic, we meet virtually online via Zoom. Reach out to these folks first to chat and see if you'd like to attend. They will provide you with our special Zoom meeting link: Stephanie Angelo at Stephanie@StephanieAngelo.com ~ OR ~ Scott Hall at shall68129@yahoo.com Map and directions for in-person meetings (once they resume): http://riseandshineaz.toastmastersclubs.org/directions.html So what is Toastmasters all about? Membership in Toastmasters is one of the greatest investments you can make in yourself. Meetings are learn-by-doing workshops during which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. Members evaluate one another’s presentations. Meeting participants also give impromptu talks on assigned topics, conduct meetings and develop skills related to timekeeping, grammar and parliamentary procedure. Get to know us by clicking around here: https://riseandshineaz.toastmastersclubs.org

oin CMC minister Rev. Rudy Colombini for an on-beat and lyrical exploration of the Foundation for Inner Peace Edition of the Course in Miracles. Don’t be surprised if this group banters about the Truth of A Course in Miracles as reflected in the songs of Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan or John Lennon. You might get lucky and attend on a day when Rev. Rudy pulls out his guitar and sings. Everyone is welcome.

We are a friendly and President distinguished club with a great combination of new and veteran members. We support and encourage each other to reach the personal goals and path of interest. We meet every Saturday from 8:00am to !0:00 am online. Please check out our club page and attend the meeting as a guest to see what we have to offer. Look forward to seeing you! https://saratoga.toastmastersclubs.org

Para dudas o preguntas: https://t.me/joinchat/Tm2lt6xZu3pIb4pS Este curso presenta los fundamentos teóricos y las principales herramientas de la programación como herramienta de trabajo. A lo largo de las sesiones del curso, las y los participantes podrán familiarizarse con la actividad de programar (con todo lo que ello involucra) y desarrollarán conocimiento práctico para poder aplicarlo en las distintas unidades en las que quieran desempeñarse. Perfil de ingreso: cualquier persona interesada en utilizar la programación como herramienta de trabajo. No es necesario tener conocimiento previo.

We are not alone! Come listen, learn, and share at this weekly ***WOMEN ONLY*** presentation by Women's Declaration International (formerly Women's Human Rights Campaign). Join this sorority of radical feminists from around the world as they inform us about the challenges and struggles in their own countries. Chat with other attendees and put questions to the panelists. Following the presentation, you are invited to join breakout rooms (women only please) with the panelists. These weekly online webinars present a new panel each week from around the world, often reporting on a central theme. They are attended by a global feminist and activist community of between 250-350. The main focus is how gender ideology is harming the rights of women and girls. The speaker list and any particular theme is usually announced mid-week before the webinar. Information will be added here as it becomes available. Invitation to Feminist Question Time LIVE: ZOOM REGISTRATION: [https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Mq9EMIAbTkyNz5gAx4l2DQ](https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Mq9EMIAbTkyNz5gAx4l2DQ) After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. You can see recordings of previous panels on the WHRC YouTube Channel: [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWECmp5Tk3epYSkjs0qAKKQ](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWECmp5Tk3epYSkjs0qAKKQ) *** Declaration on Women's Sex-Based Rights [https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/](https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/) The Declaration re-affirms women and girls' sex-based rights, and challenges the discrimination experienced from the replacement of the category of sex with that of ‘gender identity'. Declaration on Women's Sex-Based Rights: Summary [https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/declaration-womens-sex-based-rights-summary/](https://www.womensdeclaration.com/en/declaration-womens-sex-based-rights-summary/) *** The legal adoption of "gender identity" politics is fraught with unintended consequences. A clear example has unfolded in New York where a self-described "trans-woman lesbian" (a hetero man in a dress) has used gender-neutral language amendments to supplant women in elected offices that had been specifically reserved for females. The arrangement of "1 man + 1 woman" had been put in place to ensure women's fair representation in an arena from which they have been historically underrepresented or excluded: [https://thevelvetchronicle.com/exclusive-decaudin-preps-for-election-recount-after-unofficially-taking-2-female-seats-new-details-uncovered/](https://thevelvetchronicle.com/exclusive-decaudin-preps-for-election-recount-after-unofficially-taking-2-female-seats-new-details-uncovered/) Women's Liberation Front: "New York Democrats have decided to insult women by pretending in public that state committee member Emilia Decaudin is literally female..." [https://www.womensliberationfront.org/news/6talyh8q4v98g4eksjv56l8530bthb](https://www.womensliberationfront.org/news/6talyh8q4v98g4eksjv56l8530bthb) **WOMAN: noun; adult human female**

Until further notice all Meetups will be online. You will need to RSVP to the Meetup for the link to be visible to you on our Meetup webpage. You can also cut and paste the link into your browser. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85704556668?pwd=ck1RTXhoeS9DdUNpelF6VXdwV3gvUT09

We are supportive, positive, and an empowering club. Our club fosters a learning environment that helps members develop their communication and leadership skills, achieve personal growth, and increase self confidence.

**This event is for beginners** Come and get the chance to speak in a supportive and friendly environment. Public Speaking will boost your confidence and give you more power to speak and to be listened to in both your personal and professional life. **What makes this public speaking session different from others you ask?** There is a strong emphasis on self-expression, creativity, trial and error, and most importantly, speaking practice! **What will you gain from this event?** * Gain confidence by overcoming your fear of public speaking * Learn to think on your feet with our Impromptu speaking format * Get feedback and improve your public speaking with a real audience * Tips and opportunities to practice: body language, voice, tone, pitch, uses of stories, use of pauses, humour, etc... **Here's how it works:** \*I may choose to change the format from time to time based on numbers, and to practice different aspects of public speaking in order to keep it challenging\* You will put your name in a hat/bowl and when your name is chosen, you will be asked to perform. You will speak for 2 minutes on a random topic given by the audience. This is called an impromptu speech. We will do 2-3 rounds of speaking followed by a feedback session at the end of the workshop. **Public Speaking suggestions:** TIP: Give your impromptu speech the following 3 sections below. 1. Introduction ("Today, I'm going to talk about....") 2. Body ("Here is my personal experience....") 3. Conclusion ("So, my key message is ....") Each speech is to be 2 minutes long. Audience size 10-15 people. **Where to find us: - ZOOM** **How to join:** **\*Mandatory Prerequisites: You MUST have an enabled microphone and camera for participation in this event.\*** **1\. RSPV through Eventbrite** You should then receive zoom details to join the event. Check your junk mail, or spam folder. **2\. Download the Zoom app from www\.zoom\.us** *(Please note: Our members joining through a browser have experienced issues with sound, and we would advise against joining via a browser, please download the app if you can.)* **3\. Join us 5 minutes prior and say Hi\.** **\*Please note we start and end strictly on time\*** \*You will be refused entry beyond 17:10pm, so please reschedule if you should not make it\* **EVENT DURATION:** 17:00pm - Event start - 18:30pm - End **ATTENDEES PLEASE NOTE:** You MUST book a ticket through eventbrite to receive the zoom details for the workshop. **Cost: £10 per month for 4 classes** **Payment methods:** Pay on www.veespeak.co.uk \-\-\- ***Marketing and email subscription disclaimer:*** *We value your privacy, and we will never share or sell your details to a 3rd Party without your explicit permission.* ***Email Subscription:*** *By signing up and attending our events you explicitly agree to be contacted by email from Veespeak's marketing team regarding our newest courses, discounts, and upcoming events. You can always opt-out if you feel the information shared is no longer relevant to you.* We may take pictures or record sections of the workshops for training and quality purposes. We will never use this information without your prior consent. **Website & Social Media:** *Website: [www.veespeak.co.uk](http://www.veespeak.co.uk/)* *Meetup Group: [https://www.meetup.com/veespeak](https://www.meetup.com/veespeak)* **Contact Information:** Email: hello@veespeak.co.uk Contact No: 07713 123321 Valentin Todorov - Organiser

SCUMBAT is a diverse community with the common goals and values of becoming better speakers and leaders. We are earnest in this pursuit but light-hearted on the way to get there. It matters to us that each of us is moving towards this goal, not who gets there first or fastest or goes the furthest. Our meetings are structured and focused - but not formal or stiff. Santa Clara Toastmasters (SCUMBAT), is a chartered club (#5474) in District 101 of Toastmasters International. We are currently meeting on Zoom. WHEN: Every Friday 6 PM 6:00pm - 6:15pm, Networking 6:15pm - 7:30pm, Meeting Membership is open to all, Walk-in welcome. Meetings will cancel on holidays.

There's a Reason Why We Tell People That They Are "Just 21-Days Away From Their Very First Deal!" In this session, Marsha McPhee of Baltimore and Robert Eugene Young of Washington, D.C. Share Insider's Secrets On How They Were Able To Find a Deal In Just Two Weeks That Resulted in Them Getting $110,000 On Their Very First Real Estate Deal.

Vagabond is meeting via Zoom on Sundays at 6 PM ET: Click the link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89642197511 to join! (please call/text 301 547 9321 to get your password). For more information about our club, please visit https://vagabond.toastmastersclubs.org/

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. We will be hearing from Becca Powell, Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Unchained At Last, an organization whose mission is dedication to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change. Unchained At Last's mission clearly meshes and addresses several of our Humanist Ten Commitments. Becca will educate us about an issue many of us may not be familiar with--but should be. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

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Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!