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Club members to get discount on net neutrality event, Oct. 14
National Press Club members have been offered a discounted rate to hear a panel discussion on Tuesday, Oct. 14, on why media should care about the issue of “net neutrality.” Rules the Federal Communications Commission is writing will say whether wireless companies and Internet service providers can manage their networks as they see fit, selling faster transmission to operators sending video to smartphones and computer screens, or whether all transmissions pass through at the same speed. The FCC received 3.7 million comments from the public on this matter. With an introduction by Ellen…
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Club members to vote on dues increase at membership meeting, Oct. 10
National Press Club officers will report on the state of the organization at the next general membership meeting, scheduled for noon Friday, Oct. 10. Members will be asked to approve a $1-per-month increase in dues for most membership categories except spouse/partner, widow, inactive, student and interns. A buffet lunch will be served. The meeting will take place in the Club's conference rooms. RSVP to [email protected].
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Air Line Pilots Association seeks to fill communications openings
The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), the largest airline pilots union in the world and the largest global non-governmental aviation safety organization, seeks to fill four communications positions for its national office in Herndon, Va. The openings are for media relations manager, senior communications specialist, senior media specialist and web content coordinator. Apply online for complete descriptions. Interested applicants are requested to submit links to samples of their work. Minorities, Veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. ALPA offers…
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ID please: Members must show Club card at Taco Night, Oct. 3
The National Press Club membership department and Club leaders will be conducting a membership card/ID check at tonight's, Oct. 3, Taco Night Happy Hour. Please be sure to bring your updated 2014 membership card with you. Please do not be offended by the request to see your membership card. We want to make sure that only members in good standing have access to this popular event. Your membership card is an important part of your Club participation and shows that you are entitled to the full Club benefits. Guests of members will be asked to sign-in and may be asked to wait for their member…
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Golden Triangle BID seeks digital marketing specialist
The Golden Triangle Business Improvement District (GTBID) is a dynamic organization that looks for talent to complement its existing team in enhancing the neighborhood and public space from the White House to DuPont Circle and 16th Street, N.W. to 21st Street, N.W. We currently have an opening for a digital marketing specialist to implement the GTBID’s online communications strategy to ensure consistent messaging across multiple online networks, increase brand awareness, generate inbound traffic and encourage engagement online and in the neighborhood. Reporting to the marketing and…
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Author to discuss book about Vietnam 40 years after war at Photo Committee meeting, noon Oct. 8
Robert Dodge, a veteran reporter and photojournalist, will speak about his new book, "Vietnam: Forty Years Later," at the next National Press Club Photography Committee meeting at noon, Wednesday, Oct. 8, in the Games Room. All Club members and their guests are welcome. No reservations are required. Coming on the 40th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, the book is intended to help Americans think of Vietnam as a country -- and a striking one -- rather than a war. "Dodge tells his story with beautiful color images that land carefully between fine art and documentary," the book's…
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Did You Know? Club hosts baseball playoff events starting tonight with Orioles-Tigers, 5:30 pm Truman Lounge
Did you know that the Club hosts a number of special events for our members and their guests? Our next event is playoff baseball at The Reliable Source starting at 5 p.m. tonight, Oct. 2, at Truman Lounge. Join fellow Club members to cheer on the Baltimore Orioles or your favorite American League team vying for a World Series berth. The first pitch of the Orioles/Tigers game is at 5:30 p.m. Food and drinks specials are available. Please look for future watch party dates featuring the Washington Nationals. For more information about your membership benefits, send an email to [email protected]…
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No tricks, lots of treats at Reliable Source Halloween Party, 6 pm Oct. 31
National Press Club members and their guests are invited to throw on their favorite costumes and come to a Halloween party in the Reliable Source on Friday, Oct. 31, starting at 6 p.m. Take part in the fun on the trick-or-treating eve. Special drinks reflecting the season will be available. The event is likely to sell out. Make your reservations today by calling 202-662-7443.
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Club members to vote on dues increase at membership meeting, noon Oct. 10
National Press Club officers will report on the state of the organization at the next general membership meeting, scheduled for noon Friday, Oct. 10. Members will be asked to approve a $1-per-month increase in dues for most membership categories except spouse/partner, widow, inactive, student and interns. A buffet lunch will be served. The meeting will take place in the Club's conference rooms. RSVP to [email protected].
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Did you know? Club members get Zipcar discount
Did you know National Press Club members get a discounted rate with Zipcar? You can sign up for an annual Zipcar membership at 50 percent off. Members will pay $25 and have no application fee. Members who apply will have access to special weekday rates, which include the hourly price of $9.50, the 24-hour rate of $66 and the daily Zipvan price of $89. To sign up, simply fill out the online application.. Already a Zipcar member? Give them a call at 1-866-4ZIPCAR (1-866-494-7227) and select Option 2 for account assistance, followed by Option 1 for billing. Let the agent know you would like to…
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