Question 1

What time do meetings start?

Accepted Answer

All Park Toastmasters club meetings begin promptly at 7:15pm ET. Guests are recommended to arrive no later than 7:10pm ET to get situated before the meeting.

Question 2

What time does the meeting end?

Accepted Answer

Depending on how many speakers we have for each meeting, they typically end by 8:45pm or 9pm ET at the latest.

Question 3

What happens during inclement weather e.g. snow storm or Noreaster?

Accepted Answer

Park Toastmasters will send out a notice to members and guests that the meeting is either canceled or will move to an online Zoom video call instead. For the Noreaster of Oct 13, 2025, we will be hosting the meeting via Zoom. If you sign up to attend, you will be provided a Zoom link.

Question 4

What is the cost to join?

Accepted Answer

Dues: $13/month, paid 6-monthly. One-time new member fee of $25 plus NJ sales tax for NJ residents.

Question 5

Is there a cost to attend as a guest?

Accepted Answer

No, guests are welcome to attend for free.

Question 6

Do I have to pre-register to attend as a guest?

Accepted Answer

If possible, please let us know you will be coming by choosing the meeting date of your choice of when you will be attending so that we have sufficient printed agenda sheets for everyone:
https://www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/00003041-park-toastmasters-club/contact-club?id=a28a3e9a-8cd7-ec11-a2fd

Question 7

Can I attend more than once as a guest?

Accepted Answer

Yes, most guests decide to join after attending 1 or 2 meetings as a guest.

Question 8

What skill level do I need to be to join Park Toastmasters?

Accepted Answer

Park Toastmasters is a warm and welcoming club with speakers of all skill level from non-native speakers to those who have been coming regularly to club meetings for over 20 years. The variety enables our club members to inspire and learn from each other in a safe environment.

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