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This Week in National Press Club History: Neil Armstong examines 'the Engineering Century'
February 17, 2013
Feb. 22, 2000: Astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, outlined in a National Press Club Luncheon the top engineering achievements of the 20th century. Describing himself modestly as “a nerdy engineer,” who carried a slide rule with him on his July 1969 momentous journey,…
Read MoreBook by two NPC members deciphers journalese
February 14, 2013
Two long-time National Press Club members, Paul Dickson and Robert Skole, are the authors of Journalese -- A Dictionary for Deciphering the News, published by Marion Street Press. Eerily: streets that are dark or deserted are always eerily silent. Jockeying: what politicians do when they’re busy…
Read MorePub Quiz set for Feb 21 at 7 p.m. in Truman Lounge
February 13, 2013
Did you know that the National Press Club hosts a monthly trivia night? Test your knowledge at the next edition of Pub Quiz at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21, in the NPC's Reliable Source's Truman Lounge. No need to make reservations. Bring your own team or show up and join one. Round prizes include…
Read MoreNational Press Club member publishes book on competition
February 12, 2013
National Press Club member Ashley Merryman expects her new book, Top Dog: The Science of Winning and Losing to be published by Twelve/Hachette on Feb. 19. It is co-authored with Po Bronson. In Top Dog, the authors tackle competition –- a subject faced every day in the office, in school, on the…
Read MoreWhat is a podcast and how can it help my organization reach people online?
February 12, 2013
At this month's "Get It Online" lunch discussion Richard Harrington will discuss what a podcast is and why both communicators and journalists are increasingly using them to successfully reach niche audiences. The discussion will begin at noon on Feb. 22 in the National Press Club's Reliable Source'…
Read MoreSpaces still available for tonight's Meet the Press Club
February 11, 2013
Please join us tonight, Feb. 13, for Meet the Press Club at 6 p.m., in the National Press Club's Reliable Source's McClendon Room. Please reserve your spot by sending an email to [email protected]. Meet the Press Club is a forum for Club members to network and establish business contacts among…
Read MorePakistan flood photographer plans discussion at meeting of Photo, ICC committees, Feb. 12
February 10, 2013
Satomi Kato will discuss her photo exhibit, "Rebuilding Hope after the Pakistan Floods," at a joint luncheon meeting of the Nation Press Club's Photography and International Correspondents Committees at noon, Tuesday, Feb. 12, in the McClendon Room. Kato is a former TV anchor and radio broadcaster…
Read MoreNPC member Morgan to exhibit art
February 10, 2013
National Press Club member Carol Morgan invites members to a reception and exhibition of her sculpture, drawings and paintings at the Church of the Pilgrims, 22nd and P Streets NW in the Bird Room from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. March 1. The show runs through March 31 and is open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on…
Read MoreThis Week in Press Club History: Club, Haitian ambassador weather blizzard to deliver news
February 10, 2013
Feb. 11, 2010: Haitian Ambassador Raymond Joseph gives a press conference at the National Press Club during a blizzard that shuts down the U.S. government and other facilities, the third major snow storm of the winter of 2009-2010, including the infamous “Snowmageddon” just a week earlier.…
Read MoreFancy mask, free beads for first Mardi Gras partygoers at the Club, Feb. 12
February 10, 2013
Kick off your Mardi Gras festivities at the National Press Club on Tuesday, Feb. 12. Swing by the Truman Lounge in the Reliable Source for a "Fat Tuesday" celebration from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. featuring the Capital Focus Jazz Band. Delight in Creole and Cajun-inspired appetizers, entrees and…
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