District 39 Toastmasters

Bits 'N Speeches Open House
2025-04-03 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Bits ‘N Speeches open house is at their new home base: Cosumnes River College.
We want to invite our fellow Toastmasters to this exciting open house. David Goad will be our guest speaker. There will be snacks, and fun!
Join us at the WINN building @ Cosumnes River College. Use the college address: 8401 Center Parkway, Sacramento, CA 95823
Enter on the Bruceville side; building is on the right side & can be seen from the parking lot (front 2 story building with large windows) We will meet in room 251 on the second floor.
There is a $2 parking fee
This will be a HYBRID meeting

District 39 Planning Team
2025-03-31 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-24 19:00 - 20:00
Thank you for stepping up to be part of the planning team for the district 39 Spring Conference!
Your enthusiasm and expertise are key to making this event a success, and I am thrilled to have you on board.
Our first team meeting is scheduled for:
Date: Monday, January 27th, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwude6qqzguGtK8kSIbVgMnzUtSR9Hap3e5 (link is also on the D39 calendar)
We’ll discuss key roles, set goals, and share initial ideas on how we can bring our theme – “Believe, Lead, and Succeed” – to life.
Your input will be invaluable as we shape a dynamic experience for all attendees. Please mark your calendars and come ready to share your thoughts and creative energy. Together, we’ll build something truly outstanding! If you have any questions or cannot attend, please let me know in advance.
Thank you again for your commitment and I look forward to seeing you on January 27th!

Division North (N) International Speech & Tall Tales
2025-03-29 13:00 - 16:00 | River Of Life Church, 3210 Oro Dam Blvd E, Oroville, CA, 95966, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 29th, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: In-Person only
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 12:30 for contestant briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 12:30 for judges briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 12:30 for functionary briefing.

Area 53, 54, & 55 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Sylvan Oaks Library, 6700 Auburn Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA, 95621, United States
Format: In-person only
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills, and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides being fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefitted from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.

Open House
2025-03-25 11:30 - 13:00
Greetings and Welcome to the Cal Center Communicators TM Club Open House! Light refreshments! No cost to you! Meet club members and other guests, and listen to our engaging keynote speaker — Mr. Amrik Chima, Distinguished Toastmaster and Club Growth Director.
We’d love to have you join us and learn about Toastmasters and how the Toastmasters International Organization’s program can assist you in presenting successful speeches with confidence. Toastmasters has been in existence for 100 years and has a proven highly successful track record producing confident, successful speakers, some who have gone on towards being paid professionally, with their roots in Toastmasters. Join us won’t you?

Area 22 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Placer County Health & Human Services Center, 11434 B Avenue, Auburn, CA, 95603, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 22, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 12:15 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 12:30 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 12:45 pm for the judges briefing.

Area 45 International Speech and Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Elk Grove Public Library 8900 Elk Grove Blvd., 8900 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA, 95624, United States
Contestants will compete from Area 45 clubs in the International Speech and Tall Tales Contest. Please watch them as a winner in each contest is selected to compete in the Division S contest on April 5th. Spectators may attend in person or online. Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides being fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization. The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication. Judges please arrive by 5:15pm. Functionaries and contestants, please arrive by 5:30 pm for briefing.

Area 23 and 24 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Rocklin Library, 4890 Granite Dr., Rocklin, CA, 95677, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 15, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person only
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 12:15 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 12:30 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 12:45 pm for the judges briefing.

Area 34 and 35 International Speech and Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Arden-Dimick Library, Community Meeting Room, 891 Watt Avenue, Sacramento, CA, 95864, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 9:15 am for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 9:30 am for the functionary briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 9:45 am pm for the judges briefing.

Area 11 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Craft Room 55, Casino Fandango, 3800 S Carson St, Carson City, 89701, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Format: In person only for all contestants and functionaries
Spectators may attend in person or online
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides being fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 9:30 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 9:30 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 9:30 pm for the judges briefing.

Area 43 and 44 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Rancho Cordova Library, 9845 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95827, United States
Day: Friday
Date: March 14, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 5:00 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 5:30 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 5:00 pm for the judges briefing.
Light refreshments will be served
Contact Duane White for more info
adventure1320@yahoo.com
(916) 718-8070

March District Executive Committee Meeting
2025-03-09 14:00 - 16:00
Attention District Leaders! Join us at the March DEC Meeting – scheduled for a new day/time (in order not to conflict with Area Contests). We will introduce our candidates for District Leadership in the 2025-2026 year.
Mark your calendars for this updated time – we look forward to seeing you there!

Area 41 and 42 International Speech and Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-08 13:00 - 17:00 | La Bou, 2324 Grand Canal Blvd., Stockton, 95207, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 8, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 11:00 am for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 11:30 am for the functionary briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 12:00 pm for the judges briefing.

Area 21 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Glenn County Health & Human Services Agency, 127 East Walker St, 2nd Floor, Cedar Conference Room, Orland, CA, 95963, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 8, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants please arrive at 12:00 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries please arrive at 12:00 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges please arrive at 12:00 pm for the judges briefing.

Area 13 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-06 18:00 - 20:00 | The Ant Space, 1925 E. Prater Way, Sparks, NV, 89434, United States
Day: Thursday
Date: March 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skillsand ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants please arrive at 5:30 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries please arrive at 5:30 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges please arrive at 5:30 pm for the judges briefing.
Venue:
The Ant Space, 1925 E. Prater way, Sparks, NV (Building in the back, please follow the parking lot around to the second building, through the open gate. You will see our large banner outside the door. The contest will be up the stairs on your right.)

Leadership Nominations Due!
2025-03-03 19:00 - 23:59
Nominations for District Director, Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director, and Division Director all close at midnight Monday, March 3. Submit a Nomination Form for yourself or another member to DLC Chair Lance K. McMahan at lance.mcmahan@district39.org TODAY
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Area 31, 32, and 33 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-01 13:00 - 17:00 | Natomas Library, 4660 Via Ingoglia, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants, please arrive at 12:00 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries, please arrive at 12:15 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges, please arrive at 12:30pm for the judges briefing.

Area 14 International Speech & Tall Tales Contest
2025-03-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Sparks Library, 1125 12th St, Sparks, NV, 89431, United States
Day: Saturday
Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Format: In-Person only for all contestants and functionaries.
Spectators may attend in person or online.
Speech contests are a Toastmasters tradition. Each year, we seek to identify and recognize members with outstanding public speaking skills and ultimately award the title of “World Champion of Public Speaking” to one among our ranks. Besides begin fun, it recognizes excellence, inspires our members, and draws attention to our organization.
The purpose of a speech contest is to provide an opportunity for speakers to improve their speaking abilities, to recognize individual Toastmasters as an encouragement to all, and to provide an opportunity for all Toastmasters to learn by observing speakers who have benefited from their Toastmasters training. Each contest focuses on a particular set of skills, providing a terrific opportunity to learn about a specific area of communication.
Contestants please arrive at 9:30 pm for the contestants briefing.
Functionaries please arrive at 9:30 pm for the functionary briefing.
Judges please arrive at 9:30 pm for the judges briefing.

District 39 Learning & Leadership Program – Club Officer Development
2025-02-28 12:00 - 13:00
Friday
February 28, 2025
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location:  Zoom only
Your development as a club officer leads to more effective leadership and contributes to the club’s success. Renew your motivation, gain new ideas, and find a sense of purpose to lead your club. Learn best practices to perform your role as club officer.
1 Hr. Club Officer Development
Attendance at the Club Officer Development hour plus one (1) additional hour will satisfy the District 39 requirement for training.
The District 39 requirement for the Training section (#9) of the Distinguished Club Program is, one (1) hour of Club Officer Specific development + one (1) additional hour of enrichment development.

District 39 Learning & Leadership Program – Membership Building
2025-02-25 12:00 - 13:00
Tuesday
February 25, 2025
12:00 pm – 1:00pm
Location:  Zoom only
Growing the membership of your club doesn’t just happen. It takes planning & preparation. Explore the top tips, campaigns, contests, and resources to build membership.
Attendance at the Club Officer Development hour plus one (1) additional hour will satisfy the District 39 requirement for training.
The District 39 requirement for the Training section (#9) of the Distinguished Club Program is, one (1) hour of Club Officer Specific development + one (1) additional hour of enrichment development.

Lance McMahan Roast
2025-02-22 16:30 - 22:30 | Old Spaghetti Factory, 12401 Folsom Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95742, United States
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY CLOSED
Join us at the Spaghetti Factory to celebrate our Immediate Past District Director, Lance McMahan! This no-host event will give you the opportunity to share memories and stories from Lance’s District Director year.
Register at the link on the right to reserve your spot at this celebration and let our Roast Master know that you wish to speak during the event!
Questions? Send an Email districtdirector@district39.org

Lance McMahan Roast
2025-02-22 16:30 - 22:00 | Old Spaghetti Factory, 12401 Folsom Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA, 95742, United States
Join us at the Spaghetti Factory to celebrate our Immediate Past District Director, Lance McMahan! This no-host event will give you the opportunity to share memories and stories from Lance’s District Director year.
Register at the link on the right to reserve your spot at this celebration and let our Roast Master know that you wish to speak during the event!
Questions? Send an Email districtdirector@district39.org

New Member Orientation - District Wide
2025-02-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park, Rancho Cordova, 95670, United States
THIS IS A HYBRID EVENT. (You may attend in person or log in on Zoom) (Space is limited, please register for in-person)
Join your fellow New Toastmasters at this District wide New Member Orientation. We’ll examine your goals, the club meeting roles, the Pathways Learning experience, Leadership opportunities, and member support. We’ll show you resources to help you along the way to reaching your goals.

District 39 2025 Mid-Year Education & Recognition
2025-02-22 09:00 - 14:00 | Rancho Cordova City Hall, 2729 Prospect Park, Rancho Cordova, 95670, United States
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY CLOSED
Join us for a dynamic in-person event designed to refresh, inspire, and celebrate the leaders of District 39! This med-year gathering offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with fellow Toastmasters, reignite your passion for leadership, and sharpen your skills as we prepare for the second half of the Toastmasters year.
Event Highlights
9:00am – Division and Area Director Training
10:00am – Leadership Workshop
11:00am – New Member Orientation
12:00pm – Club Officer Training
1:00pm – Awards & Recognition
This in-person only event is a valuable chance to strengthen your connections, build lasting friendships and reignite your enthusiasm for the Toastmasters mission.

District 39 Leadership & Learning Program - The Successful Open House & Leadership Development
2025-02-13 18:30 - 20:30
Thursday
February 13, 2025
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location:  Zoom only
High engagement, a welcoming atmosphere, and a structured yet enjoyable event. These are a few of the elements that can contribute to a successful Toastmasters Open House. Explore a range of elements that contribute to making your open house productive.
1 Hr. The Successful Open House (e)
1 Hr. Club Officer Development
Attendance at the Club Officer Development hour plus one (1) additional hour will satisfy the District 39 requirement for training.
The District 39 requirement for the Training section (#9) of the Distinguished Club Program is, one (1) hour of Club Officer Specific development + one (1) additional hour of enrichment development.
