LAKEPORT – Ever hear someone talking about Toastmasters and wondered what it was? Now is you chance to meet the local Toastmasters of Lakeport and find out the answer.

The members of Club 8731 are holding a potluck open house where you will get a brief introduction and then have time to ask questions.

The open house will take place beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at 2150 Argonaut Road in Lakeport (across from Steele Winery).

The mission of a Toastmasters Club “is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and person growth.”