Welcome to our House…that is our Open House! We are lingering on the edge of festival season when the summer gives way to crisp, cool air. Why not celebrate the changing seasons with a party? Everyone loves a gathering with lively conversation. This is where Toastmasters are at their best. Toss in a table of tasty treats and you have the makings of a Toastmasters event to remember. A plethora of themes are available this time of year with everything from Football to Carnivals to Pumpkin everything.
An Open House is more than a tool to attract new members. It is a gala for your fellow club members to spotlight skills they have attained during regular meetings. Invite your friends to see what Toastmasters is and demonstrate how our organization can open new doors for them. The club can also celebrate educational awards members have completed. Recognition for those goals is much sweeter when they are shared with friends and family.
Toastmasters are creative. We wouldn’t be surprised if you are already thinking of ideas to use at your club’s event. Once a theme is chosen you might be wondering, “Where do we start?” Don’t worry, there is a guide you can use for hosting a successful event and includes checklists to make it easy. You come up with the party and we will help you plan it! If you would like a copy of the package, email me at openhouse@d50toastmasters.org.
If you are still not sure about hosting an Open House event, let me add some more amazing incentives. Every club who hosts an event is eligible to WIN a gift card! Qualifying for our MONTHLY drawing is simple: send me or Manhal Shukayr pictures of your Open House event, a copy of the event agenda, and you are in! We will draw from the qualified entries on the 10th of each month & announce our BIG WINNER on District 50’s Facebook page. If you have had your eye on one of our nifty D50 lapel pins, this is one event to get you closer to wearing one of your own! Most of all, your Club Growth team is committed to your club having a memorable year filled with fun! We look forward to celebrating your club’s success!
Rena Tackett
Open House Chair
District 50 Toastmasters
