Member News
WWI German U-boat attacks is subject of Thursday's American Legion Post meeting
March 13, 2019
Maritime archaeologist and diver Tane Casserley will be guest speaker at an American Legion Post 20 meeting at noon Thursday in the McClendon Room. The meeting is open to all National Press Club members. Casserley will discuss World War I German U-Boat attacks on U.S. Navy and American shipping…
Read MoreBooks and Brunch to discuss "Milkman" on Saturday
March 13, 2019
Books and Brunch will discuss "Milkman" by Anna Burns, the first Irish novelist to win the Man Booker Prize, at noon Saturday in the mezzanine. Books and Brunch is open to all National Press Club members and their guests. It is not mandatory to read the book If you are able to attend, please…
Read MoreThere's magic in the air. And at the Club.
March 13, 2019
Five magicians from the Society of American Magicians Assembly 23 will perform family-friendly magic in the National Press Club conference rooms starting at 7 p.m., Monday, April 15. Another magician will do walk around magic in the Reliable Source for diners who want to get a bite before the show…
Read MoreClub members get free admission for Thursday discussion on USS Cole bombing
March 13, 2019
National Press Club members can attend for free when the National Law Enforcement Museum holds a panel discussion on the USS Cole attack at 7 p.m. on Thursday in the Museum’s Signature Theatre. In the early morning hours of October 12, 2000, the USS Cole was attacked by two suicide bombers in…
Read MoreCelebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Club on Thursday
March 13, 2019
National Press Club members and their guests are invited to a pre-St. Patrick’s Day buffet and celebration on Thursday, March 14, starting at 5:30 p.m. for special food and music, and a performance by popular guitarist Mat Palombo at 6:30 p.m. The price of the buffet is $25 for Club members and $30…
Read MoreLearn strategies for digital communications success at March 21 breakfast
March 13, 2019
With more than 4.1 billion internet users and 1.94 billion websites, how do journalists and communicators make an impact with their content, strengthen market position and increase audience loyalty? Parson TKO chief executive Tony Kopetchny will explain some of the best strategies for success at a…
Read MoreIndependent writers meet Thursday
March 11, 2019
A group of independent authors -- those who has written and published at least one full-length book not using a traditional publisher -- will meet from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, March 14, in the McClendon Room. Such books must be available for sale to the public. Print, ebook, POD and audio book…
Read MoreYoung Members meet Tuesday
March 11, 2019
The Young Members Team will hold its first meeting of the year at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, in the Truman Lounge. Enjoy drinks and networking while learning about the committee, upcoming events, and how to get involved. This meeting is free and open to all members under 35. For more information…
Read MoreCelebrate St. Patrick's day early with Thursday buffet
March 8, 2019
The National Press Club will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with a buffet on Thursday, starting at 5:30 p.m. Guitarist Mat Palombo will provide music beginning at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $25 for Club members and $30 for nonmembers, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are encouraged at 202-662-7443…
Read MorePub Quiz resumes tonight
March 7, 2019
The Club's monthly Pub Quiz takes place at 7 p.m. tonight in the Truman Lounge. Come form a team for food, drinks and trivia. Don’t have a team? We’ll team you up. For more information on Pub Quiz and other upcoming events, contact Mesfin Mekonen at [email protected].
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