Member News
Club needs your survey feedback
August 22, 2012
We've got a great response so far to the National Press Club member survey, but if you haven't filled it out, we still need your opinions. Please click on the unique link sent to you in an e-mail to access the survey. If you've misplaced the survey e-mail or would like it sent to a different…
Read MoreFlu shot clinic Oct. 10
August 22, 2012
The National Press Club Fitness Center is sponsoring the annual flu shot clinic Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The shots will be administered by INOVA Health Services and the cost is $25 per person. They will also honor members with Medicare Part B. Don’t miss out! All…
Read MoreClub to offer dues assistance to members facing financial challenges
August 22, 2012
The Fellowship Committee and Board of Governors have established a program to assist members who are out of work or having financial challenges pay their membership dues. President Theresa Werner said “a big thanks to new Fellowship Chair Arthur Wiese and his team for coming up with a smart and…
Read MoreAllyson Cannon club's new recruitment manager
August 16, 2012
Allyson Cannon is the new recruitment manager/assistant to the president. She will be responsible for recruiting and processing new members. If you have any friends or co-workers who might consider membership, you can forward their information to Allyson at [email protected] or call her at 202-662…
Read MoreRoll call of the fallen
August 16, 2012
Members who have died since the Annual Meeting in Jan., 2012: Roger E. Coleman Jr., a Silver Owl who was a retired public affairs specialist for several Washington trade associations. Carl Hartman, one of the Associated Press’ longest-serving correspondents, both in Europe and in America. He was a…
Read MoreSilver Owl Quentin R. Bates dies at 93
August 16, 2012
The National Press Club has belatedly learned of the death of Quentin R. Bates of Bethesda, Md., a Silver Owl and 37-year member. Bates passed away April 25 at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda after suffering from what his family described as "multiple health problems." Bates spent 28 years in the U.S…
Read MoreThis week In National Press Club history
August 15, 2012
August 15, 1935: National Press Club member and beloved American humorist Will Rogers dies in a plane crash after taking off from Barrow, Alaska with internationally famous test pilot Wiley Post. He had just sent his daily telegram to newspapers, skewering the government’s effort to grow…
Read MoreMagicians meet third Wednesdays in the McClendon room
August 13, 2012
Does magic fascinate you? Did you used to dabble with magic tricks but haven’t dusted them off in years? Do you perform for friends and family but would like to learn more? The Larry West Assembly 23 of the Society of America Magicians meets the third Wednesday of every month (next meeting Aug.…
Read MoreLast call for Members' Exhibit photos
August 13, 2012
Photos are due by Friday, Aug. 17, for the 13th Annual NPC Members' Photography Exhibition. Submit entries in the Membership Office. Each member may submit up to four photos. The exhibit, sponsored by the Photography Committee, is open to all Club members and is not juried. Photos will be on…
Read MoreDid you know NPC has a professional trainer to help you get fit?
August 8, 2012
Did you know that the Club has a full-time, professional trainer to help you with your fitness needs? Terry Davis is available to show you how to use the equipment in the Fitness Center and will design your personal workout plan. Davis’ services and expertise are complimentary. To make an…
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