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This Week In National Press Club History: Club celebrates 25 years in 1933
March 28, 2014
March 23, 1970: The Board of Governors unanimously adopts a resolution creating the National Press Club Foundation. March 24, 2001: Brian Jacques, author of the children’s fantasy series Redwall, reads an excerpt of his works at a Book Rap. Since the 1940s, in a change of policy, authors of…
Read MoreAssistance on Affordable Care Act available to Club members
March 28, 2014
Free, professional concierge-style assistance on the Affordable Care Act is available to members from Affinity Group Underwriters. The last day for this year’s open enrollment period, March 31, is approaching. You won’t pay more for using the services of a trained, qualified insurance agent so why…
Read MorePub Quiz in the Truman Lounge Thursday, 7 pm April 24
March 28, 2014
It’s time once again to get that left side of your brain in shape for an evening of trivia, food, drinks and prizes at a National Press Club Pub Quiz at 7 p.m., April 24, in the Reliable Source's Truman Lounge. Sponsored by the Club Events Committee, the event is a great opportunity to gather with…
Read MoreNPC Flix presents 'We Steal Secrets: The Story of Wikileaks,' 6:30 pm April 9
March 28, 2014
Join us in the Truman Lounge at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, to watch “We Steal Secrets: The Story of Wikileaks.” The event is free and open to National Press Club Members and their guests with no registration required. Enjoy popcorn, appetizers and drinks while watching Academy Award-winning…
Read MoreDid You Know? Start your weekend right with Taco Night
March 27, 2014
Did you know every Friday evening the National Press Club hosts its famous taco buffet in the Reliable Source for members and their guests? Start your weekend off by enjoying the Club’s relaxed atmosphere and unlimited tacos. All we require is that everyone in your party purchase a drink or pay a…
Read MoreClub member helps launch AFRICA TODAY; New TV channel brings African news To U.S.
March 27, 2014
National Press Club member Tony Culley-Foster recently helped launch AFRICA TODAY, a new television channel dedicated to bringing news of Africa to the African diaspora and those in the United States who are interested in Africa. The new venture is similar to a successful channel IRELAND TODAY…
Read MoreSilent auction features Club artist's work, 6:30 pm March 28
March 25, 2014
National Press Club members are invited to attend a silent auction from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, March 28, at the National Woman's Democratic Club, 1526 New Hampshire Ave. N.W. Club member Carol Morgan will auction her 8-inch terra cotta statuette, "Male torso," to raise money for Dupont…
Read More2014 Club stickers have arrived – check your mail
March 24, 2014
Dear Fellow Members, Thank you for your continued support and membership to The National Press Club. By now you should have received your 2014 membership sticker in the mail. Once you receive the sticker, make sure to affix it to the bottom right corner of your membership card and be sure to have…
Read MoreLearn about Club’s Broadcast Operations Center at Photo Committee meeting, noon, March 26
March 24, 2014
Looking for a great studio and broadcast professionals for your video projects? If so, you might want to consider using the National Press Club's Broadcast Operations Center (BOC). The BOC offers full-service broadcast studios on the 4th floor of the Press Building (Suite 480). Jake Serwer, the…
Read MoreGet tips on the freelance trade at Truman Lounge series, 6 pm, March 25
March 24, 2014
Need help getting started freelancing? Want to network with other freelancers? Looking for tips on how to find the best markets, negotiate a contract, set rates and promote your brand? You’ll find that and more at a new series of casual get-togethers sponsored by the Freelance Committee. These…
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