Member News
This week in National Press Club history: Gore Vidal takes swipe at politics
December 10, 2012
December 9, 2011: Theresa Werner becomes the first free-lance journalist elected president of the National Press Club. She becomes the tenth woman to serve as Club president since 1982, when Vivian Vahlberg of the Daily Oklahoman makes history as the first woman elected to that position. December…
Read MoreDiplomatic Pouch features NPC's South African Night
December 10, 2012
The National Press Club's South African Night honoring the "Life, Values and Legacy of Nelson Mandela" has been featured in a 1,000-word article along with photos in the Diplomatic Pouch, the email newsletter produced by The Washington Diplomat. The article and photos by Audrey Hoffer can be…
Read MoreDec. 11 is opportunity for members to learn about their Club
December 6, 2012
Are you a new member who wants to learn more about their membership opportunities? Are you a member that is still unsure about what their membership entails? Please join the Membership Staff in attending New Member Orientation next Tuesday, Dec. 11th, in the McClendon Room at the National Press…
Read MoreDid you know your NPC membership helps get you great Wizards seats?
December 6, 2012
The National Press Club is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Verizon Center. Under the new arrangement, members have access to exclusive deals offered by Monumental Sports and Entertainment to Washington Wizards games throughout the NBA season. In addition, members will receive…
Read MoreAtlanta Press Club extends deadline for judges
December 5, 2012
The deadline has been extended for National Press Club members willing to help our fellow press club in Atlanta with their annual contest. The deadline is now the end of the day on Dec. 7. We've had some volunteers but could use a few more. If interested, please contact Atlanta Press Club Assistant…
Read MoreLast day to request absentee ballot for NPC election
December 5, 2012
The last day to request an absentee ballot for this year's NPC election is Thursday, Dec. 6. Requests must include your name, home address and member number. Walk-in requests will be honored until Thursday, Dec. 13. Information on candidates may be found on the Membership area of press.org.
Read MoreReliable Source holiday concert postponed, dinner still on, for Dec. 13
December 4, 2012
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Bruce Guthrie with Chat Baker Estate is postponing the Dec. 13 holiday concert at the Reliable Source until a later date and extend best wishes for the holiday season to the NPC family. But the holiday buffet for Dec. 13 is still on, starting at 5:30 p.m., and…
Read MoreNPC member Gryta gets first book published on secret Mafia surveillance unit
December 4, 2012
Matt Gryta, a National Press Club member and staff reporter for The Buffalo News, has just gotten his first book, The Real Teflon Don, published through Casanova Books and Amazon.com. The book discloses for the first time ever the existence of a New York State Police unit that secretly wiretapped…
Read MoreNPC new members invited to orientation Dec. 11
December 4, 2012
Now that you're a member -- how about learning all about your Club? Orientation sessions Dec. 11 are open to all members who would like to learn more about the benefits of membership and the opportunities within the Club. There are three different time options to accommodate members' schedules:…
Read MoreThis week In National Press Club history: Jimmy Stewart's dog
December 4, 2012
December 5, 1987: Jimmy Stewart visits the National Press Club for a screening of “Mr. Smith Goes To Washington,” the occasion a fundraising gala for the NPC Library and the National Press Foundation. The film is in the news today, as discussion of the abuse of the filibuster heats up in Congress…
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