Member News
Two slots open for Journalist-Member focus group Nov. 20
November 6, 2012
If you're a Journalist Member of the National Press Club and willing to share your thoughts about the Club, you can earn a $40 Club gift card by joining one of the two remaining open slots in a focus group discussion on Tuesday, Nov. 20.The discussion is the latest in a series of focus group…
Read MoreTop journalists to assess election during live broadcast Friday from Truman Lounge
November 6, 2012
Seven prominent journalists will review the 2012 election campaign as guests of Julie Mason, host of the Sirius XM radio program "Press Pool," at her "Politics Straight Up" discussion live from the National Press Club Friday, Nov. 9, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Truman Lounge. The guest lineup…
Read MoreWant to rub elbows with the WHO? Deadline is Wednesday to reserve for VIP reception
November 5, 2012
Due to the popularity of the Nov. 12 National Press Club luncheon with Roger Daltrey and Pete Townshend of the WHO, the deadline to RSVP to attend the VIP pre-luncheon reception is Wednesday, Nov. 7, at 5 pm. A new RSVP policy for Club luncheons has been in effect since April and we will be holding…
Read MoreTweeting from space: Get social media tips from NASA at ‘Get-It-Online’ lunch Nov. 20
November 4, 2012
Jason Townsend, deputy social media manager for NASA, will present case studies of the agency’s pioneering efforts in use of social media at another of the Club’s members-only “Get It Online” luncheon discussions at 12 noon on Tuesday, Nov. 20, in the McClendon Room. Townsend will draw from recent…
Read MoreClub welcomes October's new members
November 1, 2012
The Club welcomed new members in October: Journalists - Robert Wheelock ( Al Jazeera English), Ashley Alderman (Fox News), Ferdous Al-Faruque (FDA News), Clay Webster (Platts), Tim Devaney (Washington Times), Derrick Perkins(Alexandria Times), Jessica Estepa (E&E Publishing), Deborah Wilson (…
Read MoreDid you know? Members receive 15 percent discount on room rentals
October 31, 2012
All Club members receive a 15 percent discount off room rentals on the 13th floor. The available space is a perfect location for press conferences, business events and meetings or social functions. We have an experienced events staff available to assist you in planning an upcoming event. You can…
Read MoreEat and read: roast beef buffet will accompany Book and Author Night
October 31, 2012
The annual roast beef buffet on Book and Author night begins 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov.13. Stay tuned for the menu, which will be coming soon. The buffet is $17, plus tax and gratuity. Reserve at [email protected] or 202-662-7443.
Read MoreDid you know? Club to offer travel to London, Holland, Belgium and Africa
October 26, 2012
Did you know that the Club sponsors and organizes many local and international trips at discounted rates for members and their guests? Information about all upcoming trips including prices is located at the front desk. Future travel for 2013 includes Martin Luther King weekend in London, an April…
Read MoreFriday last day to sign nomination petitions for 2013 officers, board
October 26, 2012
Nominations will close at 5 p.m. today, Friday, Oct. 26, for all five officer positions as well as four Journalist board members and one Communicator member. Journalists sign petitions for Journalist positions, including club officers, and Communicators sign for Communicator positions. While…
Read MoreReminder: Seven journalists air live from the Truman Lounge tonight
October 25, 2012
Julia Mason, host of the Sirius XM radio program Press Pool, will host Politics Straight Up live from the Truman Lounge Friday, Oct. 26, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mason continues her coverage of the 2012 presidential campaign through lively discussions with seven seasoned and knowledgeable journalists…
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