***COMPETITION NIGHT!*** ***On Monday 12 October we are holding our annual Humorous Speech and Table Topics (short impromptu speech) competitions for club members. Winners will go forward to represent the club in the Toastmasters' Oxford area competition (which we are hosting on 26 October).*** Guests are very welcome to come along and observe. (Our next standard meeting will be Monday November 9th) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Are you wanting to improve your speaking skills?*** ***We offer a friendly and encouraging environment to build your confidence and ability as a speaker, whether for formal or informal situations.*** **Guests very welcome - come and try us out!** We meet in Summertown, Oxford, every 2nd and 4th Monday (except bank holidays). See more on our website: [North Oxford Speakers](https://www.northoxfordspeakers.org/home) North Oxford Speakers extend a warm welcome to you to join us as a guest, for a fun and interactive evening! • What we'll do: We will show you how Toastmasters can help YOU to develop your public speaking skills and how to use your voice, gestures and speech structure in a way that keeps your audience engaged. We'll also have an impromptu speaking sessions for you to take part in - but only if you want to, otherwise hang back, learn and enjoy the meeting. Great for work, social confidence, interview skills - or just for the fun of doing it. • What to bring Your listening ears, your verbal dexterity, an open mind - a pen, and feel free to bring friends! • Important to know There will be no charge for this fun experience. Good bus links to Summertown, and a low cost car park next to venue. If you will be joining us at our next meeting or have any questions you can email us at: [info@northoxfordspeakers.org](mailto:info@northoxfordspeakers.org) (but also feel free to just turn up)

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