Category: Announcements

The solstice is a moment of balance and transformation, where light and darkness meet in harmony. Join us for an evening of reflection, connection, and inspiration as we celebrate these themes through the art of communication.

Event Details

• 📅 Date: 21st January
• 🕒 Time: 6:45 PM
• 📍 Location: Robin’s Bar, Zurich

Meeting Highlights 🌄🌌

• 🌟 Illuminating Speeches: Explore the theme of “Solstice” through inspiring talks that celebrate transitions, balance, and new beginnings.
• 🤔 Thoughtful Table Topics: Dive into spontaneous speaking challenges inspired by the changing seasons and the solstice spirit.
• 📝 Constructive Evaluations: Gain valuable feedback from experienced evaluators to refine and enhance your communication skills.
• 🤝 Engaging Connections: Connect with fellow members in a warm, inviting atmosphere as we reflect on growth and renewal.

Featured Quote

“The winter solstice has always been special to me as a barren darkness that gives birth to a verdant future beyond imagination.”
— Gary Zukav 

Let’s gather to celebrate the magic of the solstice and the power of communication. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or new to Toastmasters, this meeting is the perfect way to illuminate your speaking journey. 🌅✨

Step into the spotlight this holiday season as we bring a touch of drama to our Toastmasters stage! Join us for a meeting where we’ll explore the art of storytelling, theatrical expressions, and powerful communication.

📅 Date: 10th December 2024
🕒 Time: 6:45 PM
📍 Location: Zum Königsstuhl

What to Expect:

• Dramatic Speeches: Our speakers will captivate you with performances that bring stories to life through passion, suspense, and flair.
• Theatrical Table Topics: Get ready for impromptu challenges that will have you channeling your inner actor while embracing the festive spirit.
• Seasonal Cheer: Enjoy the warmth of the holiday season with a sprinkle of dramatic flair, festive decor, and camaraderie.

Featured Quote: “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” – William Shakespeare

Celebrate the magic and the power of drama in communication. Let’s make this meeting a performance to remember!

Join us next Tuesday as we dive into the theme of “Blissful” and celebrate the joy, peace, and contentment that can be found in both life and communication. This meeting will be filled with positive energy and the vibrant colors of autumn!

Date: Tuesday, October 15th
Time: 6:45 PM
Location: Zum Königsstuhl

Meeting Highlights:

• Blissful Speeches: Our speakers will share moments of pure bliss and personal joy, reflecting on what brings them true happiness.
• Joyful Table Topics: Participate in spontaneous speaking challenges that will have you exploring your sources of delight and serenity.
• Supportive Evaluations: Receive feedback that encourages you to embrace and express your most authentic self.

Featured Quote: “Happiness is not a destination, it’s a way of life.”

Come ready to share and embrace the joy within, as we reflect on the moments that make life blissful.

Join us for our next Toastmasters meeting, where we dive into the theme of being “Anchored.” This meeting is all about finding stability, grounding ourselves, and staying firm in our convictions while navigating the tides of communication.

Date: Tuesday, October 8th
Time: 6:45 PM
Location: Zum Königsstuhl

Meeting Highlights:

• Anchored Speeches: Our speakers will deliver strong, rooted messages, reflecting on moments where staying grounded made all the difference.
• Steady Table Topics: Prepare for impromptu speaking that will challenge you to remain composed under pressure, even when the conversation drifts.
• Insightful Evaluations: Receive feedback that helps you anchor your communication style with confidence and clarity.

Featured Quote: “In the storm, we learn the true strength of our anchor.”

Come ready to explore how being anchored can empower your communication and leadership!

Next Tuesday, join us as we dive into the world of balance, agility, and flexibility—both on stage and in communication! This acrobatic-themed meeting will challenge us to think on our feet, adapt quickly, and deliver our speeches with finesse.

Date: Tuesday, [Insert Date]
Time: 6:45 PM
Location: Zum Königsstuhl
Theme: Acrobatic

Meeting Highlights

• Acrobatic Speeches: Our speakers will push the boundaries of creative expression and balance their words like a true acrobat on a tightrope.
• Flexible Table Topics: Get ready for some spontaneous speech challenges that will test your ability to pivot and adapt under pressure.
• Elevating Evaluations: Receive feedback that will help you strengthen your communication agility and maintain poise in any situation.

Featured Quote: “The art of communication is the language of leadership. Balance your thoughts, adapt your words, and soar with grace.”

Come ready to jump into the action and see how agility in speech can translate to excellence in communication.

Join us for a special Toastmasters meeting where we embrace the power of tolerance. In a world that grows more diverse every day, the ability to listen, respect, and communicate across differences is more important than ever.

Date: 10th September 2024
Time: 6.45 pm
Location: Zum Königsstuhl
Theme: “Tolerance”

Meeting Highlights:

• Speeches Celebrating Diversity: Our speakers will explore how tolerance shapes our personal and professional lives, offering insights on how open communication fosters understanding.
• Inclusive Table Topics: Take part in impromptu speaking sessions designed to challenge your perspectives and build bridges across differences.
• Constructive Evaluations: Receive feedback that strengthens your ability to communicate with empathy and respect.

Featured Quote: “Tolerance is giving to every other human being every right that you claim for yourself.” — Robert Green Ingersoll

Join us as we celebrate the beauty of diversity and learn how tolerance can help us grow, connect, and lead in a more inclusive world.

Life is full of moments where we have to think on our feet, adapting quickly to whatever comes our way. At Toastmasters, we embrace these moments through Table Topics—our time to sharpen our quick-thinking skills and speak off the cuff with confidence.

But what if you could enhance these improvisational skills even further? Imagine being more present, more creative, and even funnier in those spontaneous moments. When these abilities come together, magic happens—innovation thrives, collaboration reaches new heights, and you have a blast doing it! 🤩

We’re thrilled to invite you to a special improvisation workshop led by Tara Brodin at our club.

Tara is the head of CET Theater in Zurich, where she offers well-structured improvisation courses for everyone from beginners to seasoned professionals. It’s no coincidence that many people seeking to improve their public speaking started with her courses—and thrived!

Join us for a glimpse into the world of improvisation. In this fun and interactive workshop, we’ll learn how to be more strategic and self-aware when called to speak on the spot, whether it’s during a Table Topics session or any other spontaneous moment.

After this workshop, you’ll never want to skip a Table Topics session again!

📅 Date: 27th Aug 2024
🕒 Time: 6.45 pm
📍 Location: zum Königsstuhl

Indulge in the finer things at our next Toastmasters meeting, where we delve into the theme of “Luxury.” Explore the many facets of luxury, from opulent lifestyles to the luxury of free time, through thought-provoking speeches and discussions.

Date: 11. June 2024
Time: 18.45
Location: zum Königsstuhl
Theme: “Luxury”

Highlights of the Meeting:
•⁠ ⁠Lavish Speeches: Listen as our speakers explore the concept of luxury, sharing insights on what luxury means in different contexts and how it influences our lives.
•⁠ ⁠Table Topics: Engage in impromptu speeches that challenge you to think about luxury in unconventional ways.
•⁠ ⁠Insightful Evaluations: Gain feedback that helps you refine your ability to convey complex and often abstract ideas like luxury effectively.

Featured Quote: “Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury.” – Coco Chanel

This meeting is not just about the extravagance of material things but also the richness of experiences and ideas. Whether you’re drawn to the traditional notions of luxury or interested in redefining what luxury means in modern society, this meeting promises an evening of enriching discussions and captivating speeches.

🥂 Dress to impress and join us for a night where we explore the luxurious aspects of life and speech. Let’s discover together the lavishness that words can convey!

Join us this Tuesday for a thought-provoking Toastmasters meeting where we delve into the theme of “Paradox.” Explore speeches that twist, turn, and challenge conventional wisdom in the most unexpected ways.

Date: Tuesday, 28th May
Time: 6.45 p.m.
Location: Zum Königsstuhl
Theme: “Paradox”

Discover the Unexpected

• Complex Speeches: Listen as our speakers unravel paradoxical topics, presenting ideas that encourage us to think critically and view issues from multiple perspectives.
• Table Topics: Engage in impromptu speeches that push the limits of contradictory thoughts and paradoxical scenarios.
• Insightful Evaluations: Gain feedback that helps you navigate through the complexities of delivering speeches that make the audience ponder deeply.

Featured Quote: “Only the paradox comes anywhere near to comprehending the fullness of life.” — Carl Jung

Prepare to be both baffled and enlightened as we tackle the intriguing theme of paradoxes. Whether you’re drawn to the intellectually stimulating or simply curious about the perplexing, this meeting promises a night of engaging discussions and captivating speeches.

🌀 Embrace the contradictions and explore the depths of paradoxical thinking with us. Your insights into the enigmatic are awaited!

Seize the day at our next Toastmasters Zuriberg meeting, where we embrace the spirit of “Carpe Diem”! This theme encourages us to live in the moment and speak with passion and immediacy.

Date: Next Tuesday, 21st May 2024
Time: 6.45pm
Location: Zum Königsstuhl, Zürich
Theme: “Carpe Diem”

Highlights of the Meeting:

• Five Speeches: Experience a series of powerful talks where our speakers will seize the moment to share their stories and insights.
• Evaluations: Each speech will be followed by thoughtful evaluations, providing speakers with immediate feedback to help capture and convey their messages more effectively.
• Table Topics: Engage in impromptu speeches that challenge you to think and speak on your feet, truly embodying the essence of “Carpe Diem.”

Featured Quote: “Seize the day, putting as little trust as possible in the future.” – Horace

Join us for an evening of inspiring speeches and lively discussions. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or a newcomer, this meeting is a perfect opportunity to practice public speaking, improve your leadership skills, and embrace the philosophy of living in the moment.

🌟 Let’s make the most of our time together, inspiring each other to speak boldly and act promptly. Your moment to shine is now!