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NPC Headliners Luncheon: Archbishop of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington, D.C. – Cardinal Wilton Gregory
Wilton Cardinal Gregory, Seventh Archbishop of Washington and the first African-American Cardinal in the Catholic Church, will speak at a National Press Club in-person Headliners Luncheon on Wednesday, Sept. 8. Cardinal Gregory was elevated to the College of Cardinals in November 2020, becoming the highest-ranking African-American Catholic in history. He serves as a close advisor to Pope Francis and is a leading voice in the Catholic Church for racial and social justice, immigration reform, and numerous life issues that challenge our unity in our shared humanity and ability to treat each…
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Press Conference and Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Unveiling
BEN & JERRY’S ANNOUNCES ITS SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE’S RESPONSE ACT Unveils new flavor made in partnership with Black-owned businesses to support a new vision for public safety What: Press Conference and Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Unveiling Who: Jabari Paul, Ben & Jerry’s Congresswoman Cori Bush Monifa Bandele, Movement 4 Black Lives When: Monday, September 20 at 10 a.m. Where: National Press Club Ballroom, 529 14th St NW, Washington, DC Why: Ben & Jerry’s is announcing its support of the People’s Response Act in a press conference with…
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Tacos & Tequila: Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with a Tequila Tasting
Join us on Friday, September 17 as we celebrate Mexican Independence Day with tequila tastings and education. Florina Martinez, the U.S. Representative of the Tequila Regulatory Council will lead a quick educational session about the Tequila Appellation of Origin that will include information about the role of CRT, the territory of production, categories and classes of tequila and some tasting notes. The presentation will end with a tasting of 3 classes of tequila (Blanco, Reposado and Añejo). Follow up with Tacos in the Reliable Source. Reserve your spot at our 6 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.…
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Governor Asa Hutchinson to Introduce His NGA Chair’s Initiative on Computer Science Education
Media contacts: Eric Wohlschlegel, 202-624-5391 or [email protected] James Nash, 202-624-3658 or [email protected] Governor Asa Hutchinson to Introduce His NGA Chair’s Initiative on Computer Science Education National Initiative Will Build on Successes in Arkansas WASHINGTON – National Governors Association Chairman and Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson will introduce his 2021-22 NGA Chairman’s Initiative, K-12 Computer Science Education, Oct. 1 at The National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Since becoming Governor of Arkansas in 2015, Gov. Hutchinson has championed computer science…
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NPC Photography Committee Meeting
We will have our first Photo Committee of 2020 on Tuesday, February 11 at 12:00 noon in the Cosgrove Lounge on the 14th floor. We will start with a self-funded, self-serve lunch at the Reliable Source, followed by the meeting. Hope you can make it!
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The African American Woman, 400 Years of Perseverance
Gloria Browne-Marshall plans to present her latest book, The African American Woman, 400 Years of Perseverance at a National Press Club Book Rap on Feb. 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the Cosgrove Lounge. The event is free for Club members and their guests but purchasing food and drink at the Club's Reliable Source Bar & Grill is encouraged. The book contains a series of essays depicting treatment and experiences of African-American women over the years. As one reader says “A must read! Gloria Browne-Marshall has the ability to capture and dissect issues in a constantly reliable, relevant and…
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Screening of "Black Press: Soldiers without Swords"
Event Description: The National Press Club, Events Committee, is featuring the documentary The Black Press: Soldiers Without Swords, by award-winning director Stanley Nelson. The film debuted on PBS during Black History Month 1999 and was featured by NPR during the March On Washington 50th Anniversary recognition. Nelson was the Sundance Film Festival winner of the “Freedom of Expression Award in 1999 and the documentary was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize. It was in 1827 that a group of black writers and journalists in New York created the nation’s first black-owned and operated newspaper…
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Screening of “Guru Nanak: The Founder of Sikhism - Life and Legacy"
The National Press Club in Washington, D.C. presents the premiere screening of the upcoming public television documentary “Guru Nanak: The Founder of Sikhism - Life and Legacy" Guru Nanak founded the fifth-largest religion in the world, yet Americans, and the Western World know very little about him. This unique film coincides with his 550th birthday celebration. His message was ahead of his time. He was considered a revolutionary activist. Nanak espoused equality for all, gender empowerment, service to others, and devotion to the environment. The documentary interweaves his life, and how…
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NPC Pub Quiz
Pub Quiz is still a great opportunity for Club members and friends to connect with each other and to make new friends, too. This month we'll be gathering in-person at the National Press Club on Friday, November 12. Invite a friend, enjoy some tacos and test your knowledge! Simply form your team and register here. Don’t have a team? Don’t worry. Just register yourself and the Club will team you up with other players. Pub Quiz is brought to you by the Club's Events Team, and the questions are brought to you by Brainstormer Trivia, which presents trivia questions and events to thousands of…
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Freedom of the Media Gala Dinner & Award Ceremony
For more information, please visit: https://www.transatlantic.org/events/tln-freedom-of-the-media-gala-dinner-and-award-ceremony/
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