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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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Getting Known: A Freelancers' Workshop on Branding and Websites
Freelance writers need to be known. In today’s world, branding and websites are essential. Accordingly, the National Press Club’s Freelance Committee will host a workshop on these two essentials for independent writers and editors. The workshop will consist of two panels: 1 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.: Branding and Marketing Panelists will be Beth Lawton and Ray Sidney-Smith, both extensively versed in helping individuals and small businesses spread word of their services. Lawton is founder of Canoe Media Services, a company focused on helping small businesses, entrepreneurs and non-profits with social…
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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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Timothy Gay "Assignment to Hell"
A panel of journalists and authors will discuss the book, Assignment to Hell: The War Against Nazi Germany with Correspondents Walter Cronkite, Andy Rooney, A.J. Liebling, Homer Bigart, and Hal Boyle. Reservations are required for this event and may be made at [email protected] or by calling 202-662-7523. This event is free for NPC members, $5.00 for all non-members. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. Proceeds benefit the National Press Club Journalism Institute. No outside books will be permitted. Panelists include: Timothy Gay, author, Assignment to Hell Walter (…
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D.C. Open Government Summit
The National Press Club's Freedom of the Press Committee and the D.C. Open Government Coalition will present the "D.C. Open Government Summit,” a discussion of the state of government transparency in the District, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Conference Rooms. The event will feature speakers from the D.C. government and members of the news media who use open government laws to cover them. A reception follows. The D.C. Open Government Coalition works to enhance the public’s access to government information and ensure transparency in the D.C. government. The forum is open to all free of charge,…
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Sunshine Week Networking
The National Press Club will join the Sunlight Foundation and open government advocates for a Sunshine Week event on Wednesday, March 14th from 6-8pm. Come join the National Press Club, Openthegovernment.org, Online News Association, ASNE, POPVOX, ProPublica, Public Campaign, Public Citizen, Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, Sunlight Foundation and United Republic to discuss issues surrounding transparency in government and find out the latest from those working on and committed to open government. This is a free event but registration is required. There will be a cash bar.
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Getting the Story: Sara Ganim of the Harrisburg Patriot-News on Covering the Penn State Story
Getting the Story: Sara Ganim of the Harrisburg Patriot-News on Covering the Penn State Story – Feb. 14, 9:30 – 11 a.m. in the Conference Rooms Join us for a one-on-one conversation with Sara Ganim, whose reporting for the Harrisburg Patriot-News uncovered the allegations of child-abuse against former longtime Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky. Rick Dunham, president of the NPC Journalism Institute and Washington Bureau Chief of the Houston Chronicle will lead the discussion. Reserve at [email protected]
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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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10 Tech Trends for Q1
Learn about the most interesting emerging technologies coming to market in the next few months that stand to impact your work. This invigorating session will showcase ten tech trends that you need to know now. We’ll explain what they are in plain English, why they matter to you and how you can leverage them to energize your work. We’ll bring lots of show and tell items and gadgets, and you’ll receive betas and trial versions to use on your own. To reserve: http://webbmediagroup.com/training-10-tech-trends-for-q1 Instructor: Amy Webbhttp://webbmediagroup.com/amy-webb
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