Columbia Toastmasters Picnic: Speak, Connect & Grow
Schedule
Sat Jun 13 2026 at 11:45 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Delacorte Theater | New York, NY
About this Event
We are dedicated to helping people develop world-class public speaking and leadership skills.
Come join us for our annual picnic β we have so much in store for you to enjoy! From delicious food, interactive activities, and games to fellowship, storytelling, prepared speeches, speech evaluations, and exciting Table Topics, thereβs something for everyone!
You don't need to be affiliated with Columbia University to join us. All guests are welcome.
We will meet promptly at 11:45am @ the Delacorte Theater -Near the RESTROOMS!!
RSVP: https://forms.gle/ryD71PRB6vZM4GNX7
Agenda
π: 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Meet Up @ Delacorte Theater (Central Park) near the Restrooms
Info: Members & Guests will meet at this location before heading to the Actual Picnic Location.
π: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Picnic Set-Up
Info: Everyone walks together to Picnic destination & Set-Up
π: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Freestyle Activities
Info: Cards / Board Games, eating, chatting, & socializing
π: 01:00 PM - 01:45 PM
Toilet Paper Dress-Up Competition
Info: Everyone's Participation needed!!!
π: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM
15 MINUTE BREAK
Info: Bathroom / Stretch Break + Socializing
π: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Table Topics PICNIC EDITION
Info: Table Topics TEAMS (Special Edition)
Team Building Activity
π: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
15 MINUTE BREAK
Info: Bathroom / Stretch Break + Socializing
π: 03:00 PM - 03:10 PM
Meeting Roles Overview
Info: Club President opens the meeting. Toastmaster of the day explains the meeting structure.
π: 03:10 PM - 03:55 PM
Prepared Speeches
Info: Club members deliver prepared speeches (typically 5-7 min long). Guests share feedback for each speaker using a feedback form and vote for the best speaker of the day.
π: 04:00 PM - 04:25 PM
Impromptu Speaking
Info: Members and guests can practice impromptu speaking during a segment called Table Topics: 1-2 min responses to random questions.
π: 04:30 PM - 04:55 PM
Evaluation Session
Info: Every speaker receives feedback from an assigned evaluator, and Geneval Evaluator reviews the overall quality of the meeting with the help of the assistants.
π: 04:55 PM - 05:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Info: Toastmaster of the day announces the Best Speaker, Table Topics Speaker and Evaluator. Club President closes the meeting.
Where is it happening?
Delacorte Theater, 81 Central Park West, New York, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00











