District 42 Spring Convention 2011
 
Spring is a little late getting to the Queen City this year. But they say it’s finally on the way. The warmer weather has me thinking about how my friends and I used to enjoy spending the night outdoors when we were kids – me with a flat pillow from the basement couch under my head and an old orange quilt for cover. Sleeping under the stars, we used to call it. I remember it was always great fun, but it’s probably not something any of you D42 Toastmasters want to experience in April in Regina. 

Our discounted block of rooms is expiring March 28, 2011. If you’re not already booked in for at least the Friday and Saturday nights, you might be catching a chill instead of Catching the Wave when you get here. Trust me. Register and reserve a roof over your head before they’re gone.

Diane Goski,
Facilities Chair

 
The last presenter has been announced and the information is posted on the Educational Sessions web page.

Also, all pictures of presenters for the Educational Sessions are now posted.  Get familar with your presenters by checking out their presentation information, bio, and picture.

Eloise Blackstock, ACS CL
Webmaster
District 42 Spring Convention 2011
 
Check out the Education Session page for a list of exciting Educational Sessions being delivered to convention attendees.

It is time to start thinking about which session(s) you would like to attend. 

I can't believe the date of the convention is getting closer and closer!  Hope to see you there.

Eloise Blackstock ACS, CL
District 42 Spring Convention 2011
Webmaster
 
Kamran Akbarzadeh, ACB ALB will be one of the educational session presenters at this year's District 42 Spring Convention 2011.

Check out more information on Kamran on the
Educational Sessions page.
 
One of my favorite things at a Conference or Convention is the dressing up for the Friday night events.  I believe it brings out the funny side of us and gets us to meet and greet other Toastmasters. 

Over the years I recall our Toastmaster club wearing Santa hats (my first conference and I still remember-boy we were easy to spot).  One year Shirley, Jill, and I won the best costume, as we were music notes when we "Tuned up at Toon Town".  Sometimes we have costumes to support our jingles such as 'Going down the Mighty Saskatchewan'.    What camaraderie!

I recall the volunteers at the World Convention in Calgary each having a red scarf so we were easy to spot for anyone that had a question of us.  Even a simple scarf can be a part of dressing up.
I believe if we make an effort to dress up you will have more fun.  Try to coordinate your club or division and then have a blast. 

See you at the Bloodhound Games (prior registration is required) and/or the Beach Party activities (no  pre-registration needed) in Regina.  Let's dress up on Friday night and have fun while we meet and greet as we Catch the Wave.

Respectfully submitted,
Maryann Samida, DTM