Stay informed and revisit important updates from District 57 through our News Archive. Here, you’ll find past announcements, event highlights, and news articles that keep you connected to the latest happenings in Toastmasters. Whether you’re looking for historical insights, event recaps, or updates on district initiatives, this page offers easy access to all the information you need. Dive in and explore our collection of news stories from across the district!
Call For 2026-2027 District Officers For the New District 205/206
CALL FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTED DISTRICT OFFICES (From the Desk of Gregory Scott, DTM, PID, District 205 District Leadership Committee (DLC) Chair and Brian Hatano, DTM, PDD, District 206 Leadership…
The District 57 PR Team has been hard at work encouraging greater club visibility and exploring new outreach strategies
In January, we piloted Facebook ads to boost attendance at three club open houses. While the ads achieved visibility and were seen by many, they resulted in limited guest attendance.…
Talk Up Toastmasters with LOVE: Partnering with Local Chambers of Commerce
Each February and March, Toastmasters International’s Talk Up Toastmasters campaign encourages clubs to build membership by sharing the value of communication and leadership. One powerful and often underused way to…
Call For District Officer Candidates (rev 1.1)
Electing District leaders requires special rules for this year and changes the way we do things this year and next year. If you’d like to help run the new Districts…
D57 Public Relations Incentives 2025–2026: Capture, Create, and Celebrate!
By Somdutta Ray, AD, PR Incentive Chair District 57 Toastmasters is filled with creativity, connection, and contagious energy — and this year, your club can earn recognition for sharing that…
An Update On The District 57 Trio
By Jeff Young, District Director I want to start by thanking Lindy for her dedication and service to the District. Although somewhat brief, she sent me a list of tasks…
Incentives Tracking and Scoring Q&A
By Jeff Young, Program Quality Director I’ve received quite a few questions about the newly redesigned Incentives list, which I will try and answer in this brief article. Q: Why…
Deadlines fast approaching!
July 15 is the deadline for submission of your completed OTMA form signed off by your club VPE or Pres. You do more than you think you do. Take a…
Club Success Strategies: Build & Showcase Essential Skills
In this webinar, Toastmasters experts will share ideas for creating club experiences that really connect with people—both current and prospective members. Walk away with strategies you can put to work…
Introducing Maureen Filler – Our New Calendar Master!
We’re thrilled to welcome Maureen Filler as the District 57 Calendar Manager! Maureen will ensure that our calendar stays current and reflects all the exciting events happening throughout the district.…
Nominations now due for Club President of the Year
Have you had a great 2024-2025 Toastmasters Year in your club? Has your Club President done a great job setting the tone this past year and making sure that your…
2025-2026 District Realignment Update
As we gear up for the 2025-2026 Toastmasters program year, our district has completed its annual realignment process to ensure that clubs, areas, and divisions are balanced and structured in…
New Trio for 2025-26
Please join us in congratulating: Lindy Sinclair, District Director Jeffrey Young, Program Quality Director Dennis Dawson, Club Growth Director With this dynamic new Trio at the helm, we’re looking forward…
Yet Another Scam Artist afoot in D57
Hello Everyone in D57, As the subject line attests, we have another barrage of scam emails flooding District 57, seemingly from me. Please check the email address. Also, all of…
Volunteer Sign-Up for District 57’s Annual Conference – May 17, 2025
Dear Fellow Toastmaster, Thank you for considering volunteering for District 57’s Annual Conference on May 17, 2025! Your support is essential to the success of this event, and we are…