Tim Pawlenty, Former Governor of Minnesota

Tim Pawlenty, the former governor of Minnesota and a potential Republican presidential candidate in 2012, will speak at a National Press Club luncheon on Jan. 13, 2011.

Pawlenty, who left the governor's office Jan. 3, will launch a book tour at the National Press Club for his memoir "Courage to Stand." In his book, Pawlenty tells his story of going from blue-collar South St. Paul to the governor's mansion, about his time as governor and shares his ideas for the direction of the country and how some of the things he's done in Minnesota might translate nationally.

Pawlenty will sign copies of his book from 2 to 2:30 p.m., after the luncheon.

The National Press Club luncheon will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. and Pawlenty's remarks will begin just after 1:00 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session. Advance reservations should be made by contacting reservations at the National Press Club, (202) 662-7501 or [email protected]. Cost of luncheon admission is $18 for National Press Club members, $29 for their guests and $36 for general admission.

Ticket must be purchased at the time of reservation. No refunds after Jan. 10.

Credentialed press may cover this event with proper ID.

The National Press Club is located at 14th and F Streets, NW, one block west of Metro Center. For more information about the Club and its programs is go to www.press.org.