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How to Join an NPC Committee
Did you know … that as a NPC member, you can join one of the 24 committees that are the backbone of the Club? For a list of committees and what they do, see the Committees section in the members-only part of the website. Most of the committees are open to any members interested in serving. To find out more about a committee or to join it, committee chairperson contact information is listed in the Committee Chair booklet: http://press.org/membership/member-content. -- Angela Greiling Keane, membership secretary, [email protected]
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Creating Photo Art Presentation, Noon Oct. 27
NPC member Rex Stucky will discuss "Reinventing the Photographic Image" at the Photography Committee meeting at noon, Wednesday, Oct. 27, in the McClendon Room. He will also describe how to create photo art works. No reservations are required, and all Club members are welcome. -- Darlene Shields, [email protected]
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OPC Looking for Journalists Who Covered Solidarity
The Overseas Press Club (a reciprocal club of the NPC) is organizing a reunion of reporters who covered Solidarity. The Nov. 9 event in New York City will be a gathering of journalists who who covered the rise of Solidarnosc and the ultimate transformation of the Polish state. To respond, contact OPC President David A. Andelman [email protected] or call the OPC at 212-626-9220.
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Job Opening: Communications Director, DC Business Improvement District
The Downtown DC Business Improvement District is recruiting for a director of communications to promote the message of Downtown DC as a “remarkable urban experience” through electronic communications including the internet, intranet, social networks, PowerPoint presentations and targeted communications, as well as printed materials such as the annual report, State of Downtown report, leadership papers, brochures and press releases. The director, through management of a five-person communications team and outside contractors, ensures that all communications consistently and effectively convey…
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ISO Volunteers for Nov. 9 Book Fair
About 30 NPC members are needed to volunteer at the Book Fair and Authors' Night Tuesday, Nov. 9. Volunteers must be available for a 90-minute shift between 5 and 8:30 p.m. A few will be assigned to be stationed at the doors or to direct people from the elevators. Others will be assigned to assist authors. Among the 90-plus authors scheduled for the event are Kitty Kelley, Eugene Robinson, George Allen, Suzanne Carriero, Ted Leonsis, Evan Thomas, Chelsey "Sully" B. Sullenberger, Debbie Macomber, John Heilemann, Mark Halperin, Nikki Giovanni, Spike Mendelsohn, James Zogby, Geoff Tracy, Mpho…
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Members Sail Chesapeake Bay During Annapolis Visit
With temperatures approaching 70 under clear and sunny skies, 30 Club members and guests began a trip to Annapolis on Oct. 23 by lifting sails and steering the 74-foot Schooner Woodwind into the calm waters of Chesapeake Bay. Club members normally accustomed to computers took turns at the helm under the watchful eye of Captain Jennifer Kaye to guide the classic schooner into the Bay, where they had a close-up view of sailing races that went directly by them. An international contingent went on the trip organized by the International Correspondents Committee, with participants including…
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Oktoberfest Buffet, 5:30 pm Oct. 28; $17
The Oktoberfest buffet is from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, in the Reliable Source Restaurant. The buffet will feature traditional Oktoberfest favorites and music from accordionist Roy Beyer. The buffet is $17, not including beverage, tax and tip. The menu includes bratwurst and knockwurst cooked in beer; stuffed cabbage rolls in tomato sauce (stuffed with ground pork, beef and rice); weiner schnitzel; potato pancakes; German potato salad; braised red cabbage with apples; applesauce; creamed cucumbers; carrot and raisin salad; coleslaw; beet salad; Black Forest cupcakes; apple strudel;…
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Club Members Have Access to Research Librarian
Did you know … that as a NPC member, you can use the staff of the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library to conduct research? For research requests and costs, please contact the library's research librarian Beth Shankle at 202-662-7509 or [email protected]. This reminder is one in a series of notes about the array of benefits available as part of your Club membership. -- Angela Greiling Keane, membership secretary, [email protected]
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Hoot Honors C-SPAN's 30-Year Link to NPC
The Silver Owls (25-plus year members) thanked C-SPAN in song and a video retrospective Oct. 21 marking three decades of nationwide telecasting of Club luncheons. C-SPAN's founder, CEO and Chairman Brian Lamb, and Golden Owl Dawson "Tack" Nail, a broadcast reporter who took part in the first live call-in show on Oct. 7, 1980, were honored with the Order of the Owl for their dedication to the Club and Washington journalism. A packed ballroom viewed filmed highlights of luncheons over the years with heads of state, politicians and celebrities. Former Club presidents and current President…
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'$50 for Five' Membership Recruiting Led by Kuckro; More Time Left
There's still time to recruit at least five new members of the Club and earn a $50 Fourth Estate Restaurant gift certificate. Member Rod Kuckro is leading recruiting efforts with three new members he's sponsored, and Gayela Bynum is close behind with two. Members have until the end of the Press Club year in January to be included in the tally. To be counted, members must be listed on the application form in a sponsor spot. Members enjoy networking opportunities with our 3,400-plus members with expertise in journalism and marketing, top-notch professional development and training programs,…
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