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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack on child nutrition
NPC Books and Brunch: Discussion of "The Orphan Master" by Adam Johnson
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Mega-Mixer
Come Network With Top Journalists in the D.C. Area The most diverse gathering of journalists called UNITY happens every four years. This year the UNITY convention is meeting in Las Vegas this summer. What better way to prepare than a Mega-Mixer in the Nation’s Capital! All are welcome to network with members of 9 journalism groups at a Mega-Mixer with top journalists covering Washington, the nation and the world. Bring your business cards and get ready to network. Enjoy free hors d’oeuvres and a cocktail or two at the cash bar. The Pre-UNITY Mega-Mixer is happening at the National Press Club…
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Satchmo at the National Press Club
Press Conference with the National Press Club, Smithsonian Folkways and The Louis Armstrong Foundation to discuss the release of the live recording: "Satchmo at The National Press Club." It is believed this is the last recorded trumpet performance by the greatest trumpet player of all time. The concert took place January 29, 1971. At the news conference officials from the three organizations will describe the process that brought this music, which so far has been heard by only a few hundred people, to the public and what it means for these institutions and their missions. Louis Armstrong was…
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National Press Club Panel to Assess Repression of Expression in Mideast
National Press Club Panel to Assess Repression of Expression in Mideast More than a year ago, uprisings in several Mideast countries triggered what has come to be called the Arab Spring. But when it comes to freedom of the press and on the Internet, it has been a chilling period in many parts of that region. Reporters and citizens have been spied on, beaten, imprisoned and even killed merely for telling the truth about what is happening in their countries. On Feb. 14 at 9:30am in the National Press Club’s Fourth Estate Restaurant, the Club’s Press Freedom Committee hosts a panel to examine…
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Restaurant Week at the Fourth Estate Restaurant
Please join us at the Fourth Estate Restaurant for the annual DC Winter Restaurant Week where diners enjoy a 3-course lunch for $20.12 or a 3-course dinner for $35.12. This is a great time to ask a colleague, source, or sweetheart to a wonderful dining experience that won't bust your budget. Click here for the menu, which features an additional offering of wine flights for only $12 more! Be sure to make reservations now as seats fill up fast! Call or make a reservation on OpenTable by clicking here.
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Conflict Zone Photography Exhibit Reception
Please join us for a reception and view the groundbreaking war photography exhibit, "Conflict Zone," which supports injured journalists, photojournalists, and troops. The reception will be held at the National Press Club on Thursday, Aug. 25, 6-8 p.m., in the First Amendment Lounge. All are welcome. This extraordinary photo exhibit is currently on display in the NPC lobby through Monday, Aug. 29, and it includes 40 photos from Conflict Zone's permanent collection. The exhibit also features a special display dedicated to Chris Hondros, the Getty Images photographer who died in April while…
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Haunting Legacy: Vietnam and the American Presidency from Ford to Obama
A conversation with authors Marvin Kalb and Deborah Kalb will be moderated by Ted Koppel on Friday, June 24 at 6:00 p.m. The United States had never lost a war - that is, until 1975, when it was forced to flee Saigon in utter humiliation and abandon South Vietnam to a victorious communist army. The legacy of this first defeat has haunted every president since, especially on the decision of whether to commit troops to war. In “Haunting Legacy,” the father-daughter journalist team of Marvin and Deborah Kalb presents a compelling, accessible, and hugely important history of presidential…
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Up Next – Hyperlocal Coverage: Neighborhood Blogs, Community Websites, and the Future of the News
"Is hyperlocal online media the new 5 o'clock news?" This question will be posed at the National Press Club’s new online-focused series, "Get It Online." In a time when more Americans get their news from the Internet than from newspapers, highly customized neighborhood-centric reporting is on the rise. Washington, D.C. has more than 25 distinct neighborhood-specific bloggers. A number of Web start-ups are creating their own hyperlocal news sites, with larger companies like AOL and Gannett starting their own brands. What is it about the state of modern media that allows these news platforms…
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How to Use Video to Get Your Message Across: Thinking Strategically About Content
As people watch less TV, they are watching more video on their computers, tablets or smartphones. That means your video needs to more compelling, creative and contagious than the competition. We’ll help you understand the anatomy of a great video – from concept to promotion – so that you can powerfully reach, teach and activate your target audiences.
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Mastering Social Media: Three Successful Case Studies & Advice You Can Apply Today
Your organization has developed a presence on social media – now what? Master the art of taking these tools to the next level and see how successful organizations have done it. Conference Program Check-in / Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Introduction: 9:00 a.m. – 9:10 a.m. (Havilah Ross, National Press Club) Panel One – Three Successful Case Studies: 9:10 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. Moderator: Ashley Mancini: The Public Affairs CouncilSpeakers: Bianca Prade: American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity Kerala Taylor: KaBOOM! Gina Welker: Adfero Group Break: 10:20 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. Panel…
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