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Atlanta Press Club needs help in judging journalism contest
November 30, 2012
While several National Press Club members have agreed to volunteer their time, the Atlanta Press Club could use some more help in judging its journalism contest. Volunteers may be asked to judge entries in print, broadcast, photography, commentary and even the the top award -- the Atlanta Press…
Read MoreSpace limited at members' reception for James Taylor
November 30, 2012
Due to the popularity of the Dec. 7 luncheon featuring singer-songwriter James Taylor, space will be limited for the members' reception beginning at 12 noon. Members wishing to attend the pre-luncheon VIP reception should RSVP as soon as possible. The reception will feature a receiving line, and…
Read MoreFormer Club President Mark Hamrick leaves AP for Bankrate.com
November 29, 2012
Mark Hamrick, the Club's immediate past president and a 26-year veteran of the Associated Press, is leaving the wire service next month to join Bankrate.com as its first Washington bureau chief. Hamrick will cover the White House, Congress and federal agencies for Bankrate, which operates a network…
Read MorePaul Dickson to get award for biography of Bill Veeck
November 29, 2012
Club member Paul Dickson, author of several baseball books including the Dickson Baseball Dictionary, will receive the fifth annual Jerome Holtzman Award from the Chicago-based Pitch & Hit Club on Jan. 27. The award is given each year to a person who reflects the values and spirit of Holtzman,…
Read MoreNext Dinner and a Movie Night to feature 'J. Edgar' on Thursday, Nov. 29
November 28, 2012
The next Dinner and a Movie Night is scheduled for 7 p.m. this Thursday, Nov. 29, in the McClendon Room. This month’s feature is “J. Edgar” starring Leonardo DiCaprio as J. Edgar Hoover in a biopic story of the colorful life and career of Hoover during his long tenure as FBI director. Members and…
Read MoreClub holds member-only networking event each month
November 28, 2012
Did you know that the National Press Club features an exclusive, member-only networking event every other month? Please join us for the next edition of Meet the Press Club at 6 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, in the Reliable Source's McClendon room. Space is limited, so please reserve your spot by sending an…
Read MoreThis week In National Press Club history: Roosevelt dishes on close encounters with lions in Africa
November 26, 2012
Nov. 19, 1910: Former President Theodore Roosevelt stops by the Club in the evening to regale members with tales from his recent African safari, including several close encounters with a lion. He reveals nothing of a possible challenge in 1912 for the Republican nomination. The Club has served as…
Read MoreDec. 13 means it's time for the Club's annual holiday buffet
November 26, 2012
The National Press Club's annual holiday buffet is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 13, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Executive Chef Susan Delbert will prepare the food. The cost of the buffet is $17 for members and their guests. Tax and gratuities are extra.Please reserve at at [email protected] or 202-662-7443.
Read MoreVolunteers needed to judge Atlanta Press Club contest
November 26, 2012
The Atlanta Press Club needs help judging its Awards of Excellence journalism contest. Volunteers are needed to judge entries in print, broadcast, photography, commentary and the top award -- the Atlanta Press Club Impact Award. If interested, please contact Atlanta Press Club Assistant Director…
Read MoreDid you know the Club hosts a monthly movie night? "J. Edgar" on tap for Wednesday
November 26, 2012
Club members and guests are invited to Dinner and a Movie night at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the McClendon Room at the Reliable Source. This month’s feature is “J. Edgar” starring Leonardo DiCaprio as J.Edgar Hoover in a biopic story of the life and career of Hoover while he was employed at the FBI.…
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