Freely Speaking Toastmasters, a part of the Capitol Hill community for 28 years needs help in finding a new home. Toastmasters is an international organization that supports members in developing speaking and leadership skills through practice and peer support. Freely Speaking Toastmasters was founded in 1988 as a chapter to serve Seattle’s LGBT and allied community. Since the start Freely Speaking has met in a number of locations and has been hosted at Fred Lind Manor Assisted Living on 17th Avenue since late 2010. Due to recent changes, the management at Fred Lind has reluctantly requested that the club find another location. The club will hold its last meeting at Fred Lind on September 12. Short-term space has been secured for the following three Mondays at Victrola Coffee Roasters on 15th Avenue East. Help from the community to find a permanent location would be greatly appreciated.
The club meets every Monday evening, except holidays, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. One-half hour is needed before and after the meeting for set-up and clean-up. The space must be in the Capitol Hill / First Hill area and be comfortable for at least 20 people in a presentation arrangement. A no-cost or low-cost space is necessary in order to keep dues affordable. If you are able to offer such a space or have suggestions of where the club can possibly find such a space, please contact us through our website at:
Once settled, the club will send out announcements of the new location inviting the community to come visit.
