Public Speaking Lab: Say It Out Loud

Practice informal speaking without grades or pressure

Practice speaking in a low-pressure setting with short prompts, informal presentations, and supportive feedback. Watch, practice with a partner, or share when you’re ready. No pressure to present.

Join us to practice speaking in a relaxed setting without grades, scores, or formal evaluation. Try short prompts, informal introductions, mini-presentations, or confidence-building exercises with other teens.

You can watch, practice with a partner, or share with the group when you're ready. No prepared speech required. No registration required.

Questions about this program? Contact Quince Orchard Library at 240-777-0200.

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Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.

Accommodation Requests

To request an accommodation, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.

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