Meeting the very talented Boothby family.

On Friday I met with Philip Boothby and his son Simon at their studio to collect a photo collage that I had ordered from him at a horse show at Cobham Manor Equestrian Centre, Maidstone. If you are looking for an excellent local photographer for your special event I am sure Philip will capture your memories.

Whilst I was at their studio I met his wife Denise who runs a cake making and decorating business 'A Touch of Elegance'.  I was blown away by the photographs of some of her creations and delighted that she took the time to show me her current work in progress - a beautiful wedding cake with an abundance of delicate hand made flowers. 

As a lady toastmaster from your toastmasters and a fully trained member of the English Toastmasters Association I look forward to working with the Boothby family.

Wow what a weekend!

On Friday night we headed into Margate to the Mayor's Parlour in the Old Town.  The Mayor of Margate, Michael Tomlinson and his lovely wife Shirley, entertained us royally.  The catering was well received and was supplied by Daniel Goldman and his wife, owners of Cafe G.

Saturday brought about a wonderful birthday party in Minnis Bay.  Lynn and Helen pulled out all the stops to ensure all guests had a fabulous time.  They had various carnival style games organised along with entertainer Paul Tann otherwise known as Circus Boy Paul.  Paul taught us all a variety of circus skills and magic.  However the highlight was his fire breathing finale.  As Toastmasters we would thoroughly recommend Paul's services at any special occasion and look forward to working with him in the future.

To end the weekend on a high we helped break a world record.  We put on our dancing shoes and headed to Broadstairs where we danced , along with over 1000 others, to Abba's Dancing Queen.

Breaking the world record was thirsty work so where better to go than the Lighthouse Bar on Margate's harbour arm - we raised a glass or two to Simon mine host as it was his birthday! The Lighthouse Bar is a perfect venue for any special occassion.

We think you'll agree it was an eventful weekend!

A perfect venue and stunning photographs

Yesterday Jon attended a presentation at Leeds Castle, Maidstone.  http://www.leeds-castle.com/goto.php?sess=u3969879|p178|n1|c2337760|s0|g1|d0&pg=Home  What a fantastic venue for a special occasion. Perhaps next time he visits it will be as your toastmaster or master of ceremonies.  http://www.englishtoastmasters.co.uk/toastmasters/jonathan_curran.htm


I know you have been wanting to see the photographs from our session with David http://courtoncamera.co.uk/  I have attached a couple - I am sure you will agree that David is an excellent photographer.  We look forward to working with him in the future - who knows it could be at your wedding or special event!

Photo shoot on Margate beach with David Court

Yesterday we enjoyed taking part in a photo shoot on Margate beach with David Court from CourtOnCamera.  This was an amazing experience.  David worked his magic by putting us and our horse at ease - the results are outstanding.  I am sure you will agree!  As Toastmasters and members of the English Toastmasters Association we are looking forward to working with David at a special occasion in the future.