For years I had heard about Toastmasters and was very curious about it. I knew it had something to do with speaking and I do like to speak. Last summer I attended my first meeting at Barnum Square Toastmasters. It was very convenient for me since it meets on Tuesdays from 12 noon to 1PM on the lower level of the Bethel Municipal Center.
The group was very friendly and welcoming, explaining things along the way. There is no instructor, members evaluate one another's presentations. A mentor was assigned to me and I was told that I should proceed at my own pace. It's definitely a group to join to improve your public speaking skills or to overcome that very common fear of public speaking. Confidence is built along with leadership skills. New friendships are formed. Guests are always welcome, so stop by one Tuesday and check it out for yourself. I think you'll enjoy it.
