Member News

House Historian Discusses Institutional History, 6:30 pm Nov. 16

November 5, 2010

Fred W. Beuttler, historian of the House of Representatives, will discuss the preservation of institutional history at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 16, in the Bloomberg classroom adjacent to the Library. The meeting of the History and Heritage Committee is open to all; there is no charge for attendance…

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Free, Discounted Class Fees: A Benefit for NPC Members Only

November 5, 2010

Did you know … that as a NPC member, you are eligible for free or reduced-rate professional training? Upcoming events include a writing session with the Poynter Institute's Roy Peter Clark on Nov. 10 and a hands-on Photoshop class on Nov. 18. To reserve a seat for the classes or to volunteer for…

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'Casablanca' at Dinner & Movie, 7 pm Nov. 4

November 4, 2010

"Casablanca" will be shown at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, in the McClendon Room during Dinner and a Movie Night. In World War II Casablanca, Rick Blaine, exiled American and former freedom fighter, runs the most popular nightspot in town. The cynical lone wolf Blaine comes into the possession of two…

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Welcome Karoun Demirjian to the National Press Club

November 4, 2010

The Harvard-and-Tufts-educated journalist Karoun Demirjian works for the Las Vegas Sun in DC. She's been working regularly as journalist since 2007, with stints at the Chicago Tribune, Congressional Quarterly and most recently reporting for AP from Israel, the West Bank and Gaza strip. She got her…

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Watch Election Results in Truman Lounge, 6:30 pm

November 1, 2010

Find a spot in the Truman Lounge to watch the Election Day results roll in on Tuesday, Nov. 2. Drink specials and the great new Reliable Source fare will be available for purchase. For more information please email Events Committee Vice Chairwoman Abeer Abdalla, [email protected]

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How to Join an NPC Committee

October 28, 2010

Did you know … that as a NPC member, you can join one of the 24 committees that are the backbone of the Club? For a list of committees and what they do, see the Committees section in the members-only part of the website. Most of the committees are open to any members interested in serving. To find…

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Creating Photo Art Presentation, Noon Oct. 27

October 27, 2010

NPC member Rex Stucky will discuss "Reinventing the Photographic Image" at the Photography Committee meeting at noon, Wednesday, Oct. 27, in the McClendon Room. He will also describe how to create photo art works. No reservations are required, and all Club members are welcome. -- Darlene Shields,…

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OPC Looking for Journalists Who Covered Solidarity

October 26, 2010

The Overseas Press Club (a reciprocal club of the NPC) is organizing a reunion of reporters who covered Solidarity. The Nov. 9 event in New York City will be a gathering of journalists who who covered the rise of Solidarnosc and the ultimate transformation of the Polish state. To respond, contact…

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Oktoberfest Buffet, 5:30 pm Oct. 28; $17

October 25, 2010

The Oktoberfest buffet is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, in the Reliable Source Restaurant. The buffet will feature traditional Oktoberfest favorites and music from accordionist Roy Beyer. The buffet is $17, not including beverage, tax and tip. The menu includes bratwurst and knockwurst…

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Job Opening: Communications Director, DC Business Improvement District

October 25, 2010

The Downtown DC Business Improvement District is recruiting for a director of communications to promote the message of Downtown DC as a “remarkable urban experience” through electronic communications including the internet, intranet, social networks, PowerPoint presentations and targeted…

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