Member News
Do you know? Club holds monthly book group for members
May 31, 2012
Join your fellow members for a lively discussion on the latest reads while enjoying the Club's famous brunch. Books & Brunch is typically held on the third Saturday of the month in the Fourth Estate Restaurant at noon. Previous books include "The Privileges" by Jonathan Dee, “Lady Almina and…
Read MoreHelp make the National Press Club a better place: Join a committee
May 31, 2012
Here's an easy way to get involved in the National Press Club Just attend NPC’s Committee Fair on Monday, June 4. Representatives of all the Club’s committees will be available to discuss their committee's function and highlight upcoming events. This is your chance to share ideas with the Club…
Read MoreFrom the Club President: Committee fair, 5K on tap
May 30, 2012
Summer is here and there are a lot of great things going on at the Club. On Monday, June 4, we are having a committee fair/open house at 6 p.m. This is a chance for you to find out about the different committees and how you can get more involved in your Club. This is also a great opportunity to…
Read MoreVisit the Antietam Battlefield during the 150th anniversary of the Civil War
May 30, 2012
Some seats still remain for the Club’s annual Civil War battlefield trip, taking place this year to Antietam National Battlefield in Maryland on Saturday, June 2. To make a reservation, contact Richard Meyer of the Travel Committee at 703-356-6884. There is no charge, but Club members are limited…
Read MoreA capital idea: Spend July 4 at the Club
May 30, 2012
The National Press Club will open its doors to members and their guests on Wednesday, July 4, offering a unique spot to spend Independence Day. While the Club officially will be closed, members and guests who pre-register can enjoy drinks and snacks in the First Amendment lounge from 4:30 p.m. to…
Read MoreDo you know? Free parking is available to members who dine at the Club
May 25, 2012
All members of the National Press Club receive complimentary evening and weekend parking at the PMI garage on G Street NW when they dine at the NPC's Reliable Source or Fourth Estate restaurants. Members who are using any of the other Club facilities at night or on Saturday can purchase a…
Read MoreAward-winning sports photographer to address Photography Committee
May 25, 2012
Chris Bernacchi, an award-winning sports photographer, will speak at a luncheon meeting of the Club's Photography Committee at noon, Wednesday, May 30, in the McClendon Room. Bernacchi will discuss photos based on his wide-ranging sports work, as well as selected images from his architecture,…
Read MoreReminder: Freelance Committee to offer 'Should I Write a Book?'
May 17, 2012
The Freelance Committee will offer a one hour lecture on "Should I Write a Book?" Monday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. Book designer Anna Lafferty; principal, Lafferty Design Plus, of Santa Barbara, Calif.; will cover the most frequently asked questions to be considered by would-be authors. The topic of…
Read MoreSilimeo named executive vice president of PR firm
May 17, 2012
Communicator member Debra Silimeo has been named executive vice president of Hager Sharp,a public relations firm specializing in health, education, and safety messages. Silimeo, named "PR Woman of the Year” in 2010 by Washington Women in Public Relation, has worked with the firm 10 years. A former…
Read MoreNPC adds Brussels club to reciprocal list
May 16, 2012
The Press Club Brussels Europe recently became a reciprocal partner. It is located in the heart of European quarter just steps from Rond Point Schuman. The facility is the meeting place for the Belgian and international media. The club features a members lounge which is a key location for…
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