Member News
Professional Development Committee to consider 2013 programs Monday, Feb.4
January 28, 2013
The Club's Professional Development Committee will meet Monday, Feb. 4 at 9 a.m. in the McClendon Room to discuss this year's programs. If you would like to join the committee, or if you have ideas for programs, please contact chair Jonathan D. Salant at 202-624-1832 or [email protected].
Read MoreMorgan art exhibit opens Friday at Church of the Pilgrims
January 28, 2013
Member Carol Morgan's art show opens Friday, Feb. 1 with a reception from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Bird Room at Church of the Pilgrims, 22nd & P, near Dupont Circle. Morgan's exhibit includes more than 20 works of art, including sculpture, painting and drawing, in keeping with the show's theme…
Read MoreInternet privacy expert to speak on Instagram controversy at Photo Committee lunch meeting Wednesday, Jan. 30
January 28, 2013
Marc Rotenberg, co-founder and executive director of the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC), will speak about on privacy issues affecting photography on the Internet at a lunch meeting of the Club's Photography Committee at noon Wednesday in the McClendon Room. Rotenberg’s talk is titled…
Read MoreThis Week in Press Club History: "Red Beans and Rice-ly Yours"
January 28, 2013
Jan. 29, 1971: Louis Armstrong, the world’s greatest jazz trumpeter, is the featured performer at the inauguration of National Press Club President Vernon Louviere, a fellow Louisianan. Five months later, Armstrong, 69, is dead. A recording of his historic 20-minute performance, believed to be…
Read MoreNPC members receive discounts on Wizards and Capitals games
January 24, 2013
This month’s deals for members to Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals games are listed below. To take advantage of these special deals please contact Vlady Entin at [email protected] or call him directly at 202-527-7979 regarding VIP seats and packages. Washington Wizards:…
Read MoreDid you know? Happy hour happens Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
January 24, 2013
Did you know that the Reliable Source hosts happy hour each week, every Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.? Happy hour features drinks under $4, complimentary appetizers and the famous NPC popcorn. It is a must-hit after work destination. Plus you can add dinner and make a night of it.…
Read MoreNPC members get Shakespeare Theatre discounts
January 24, 2013
Shakespeare Theatre Company is offering Club members up to 48 percent off if they purchase three or more plays as part of a special Valentine’s Day deal. Choose any three or more plays from the following list: Eugene O’Neill’s "Hughie," Robert Pinsky’s "Wallenstein," Shakespeare’s "Coriolanus" and…
Read More'Get it Online' lunch series to explain podcasting Friday, Feb. 22
January 22, 2013
Rich Harrington, CEO of RHED Pixel will explain podcasts and their use at noon, Friday, Feb. 22, in the McClendon room. Podcasting is another name for audio and video blogging and cheaper than streaming and web video options. Podcasts use a distributed model, so they download to subscribers…
Read MoreDaytona paper recounts Golden Owl Daley's career
January 22, 2013
Golden Owl Bob Daley was featured in an article in the Daytona Daily News that recounted his career beginning as a copy boy in 1953. The article describes his path from political reporter to press secretary, assistant to the governor, and director of public affairs. Clock here to read the article.
Read MoreWatch "Act of Valor" Thursday, Feb. 7, in the Reliable Source
January 22, 2013
Visit the Reliable Source on Thursday, Feb. 7 for Dinner and a Movie Night featuring "Act of Valor". "Act of Valor" highlights a specific mission of seven Navy SEALs to find an assailant after a terrorist plot results in the assasination of a U.S. Ambassador and his family. The movie features heart…
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