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Learn how to cover a presidential debate tonight
With the first 2023 Republican primary debate a week away, the National Press Club’s Professional Development Team is offering members an opportunity to prepare to cover political debates and more as campaigns shift into high gear. On Wednesday, Aug. 16 at 5: 30 p.m. in the Club’s Conference Rooms, a panel of experienced campaign reporters will discuss how to do your homework before covering debates so you can provide valuable journalism to voters. Register to join the free conversation. Panelists include: Sophia Cai is a Club member and a congressional reporter at Axios. She contributes to…
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Books & Brunch to discuss "Demon Copperhead" at Aug. 19 virtual meeting
Books & Brunch will meet via Zoom at noon Saturday, Aug. 19, to discuss Barbara Kingsolver's Pulitzer Prize winning novel "Demon Copperhead." Inspired by Charles Dickens' "David Copperfield," Kingsolver takes us to the mountains of southern Appalachia to tell the story of a boy born to a poor, teenaged single mother living in a trailer as he plays the hand he's been dealt and contemplates the invisibility of people like him in popular culture. To RSVP and receive a Zoom link, please email Fay Iudicello at [email protected] by Thursday, August 17. Those who RSVP should expect to…
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Reliable Source serves up Wednesday buffet, Friday tacos
NPC Members and their guests are invited to enjoy daily specials in the Reliable Source. Among the featured items are entrees, such as a peppercorn-infused grilled hanger steak with Lyonnaise potatoes and side salad ($25) and a smoky mahi-mahi with creamy grits, seasonal vegetables and side salad ($20). Daily sandwiches include crab cake, salmon burger, and beef burger with all trimmings. Other choices include salmon on Greek salad and certified Angus beef steak served with salad. The kitchen prepares everything fresh. Special new cocktails also are available, please ask your server. A…
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Mix and mingle with the International Correspondents Committee at Happy Hour tonight
Mingle, network and discuss current events at the monthly International Correspondents Committee Happy Hour! The team will gather for drinks in the Reliable Source at 5:30p.m. on Thursday, and head over to the Headliners Book Rap event with veteran foreign correspondent Sean Carberry at 6:30 p.m. Carberry will discuss his reporting from war zones in Iraq, Syria, Yemen and Libya. Those who wish to attend the book talk should register in advance here.
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Club closed Monday for Labor Day
The National Press Club will be closed Monday, Sept. 4, for Labor Day. The Club will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 5. The next issue of the Wire will be Tuesday.
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First civilian head of Marine Corps Public Affairs to speak at Sept. 6 meeting of American Legion Post 20
American Legion Post 20 will hear from April Langwell, first civilian chief of the Marine Corps Communication Directorate, at noon Wednesday, Sept. 6, in the McClendon Room. All Club members are invited. If you can't get there in person, you can watch online at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88013778049?pwd=ZmZ4dlNyQ2hsZ0UxK2lKQ0ZXYm1sdz09. The meeting ID is 880 1377 8049 and the passcode is ALPOST20. Langwell plans to discuss challenges of the military's public outreach at a time when fewer families have someone serving, and when confidence in public institutions is at a low. Previously, Langwell…
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Reception for Club members' photo exhibit takes place Sept. 6
A reception to celebrate the National Press Club's annual photography exhibit takes place beginning at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6, in the Fourth Estate room. The event is free with a cash bar. To attend, please RSVP online. The exhibit, which opened last week, featured 209 digital images and print photos from 54 members. The images will be displayed in the Club's main lobby through Friday, Sept. 29. At the reception, participants will hear from Yevgen Nemchenko, founder of the Conflicted Art collection, an exhibit of Ukrainian works on display at various sites in Washington. Nemchenko will…
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Screening of Frontline's 'America and the Taliban' to take place Sept. 7 at the Club
The third part of Frontline's "America and the Taliban" series will be aired at the Club at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 7. The showing will be followed by a panel discussion on the series and where things stand two years after the American withdrawal from Afghanistan. Registration is required for the event, sponsored by the Club's Events Team. The event is only for Club members and their guests. The panel will include: Martin Smith, an award-winning reporter and producer for Frontline who has covered the rise of Al Qaeda and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. He was one of the first western…
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Reliable Source serving up prime rib at Sept. 28 dinner
Celebrate fall with a prime rib dinner at the Reliable Source on Thursday, Sept. 28. The price is $40 plus tax and gratuity, and the dinner includes a glass of red wine.. Dinner will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. and reservations are recommended. To reserve a seat, please contact the Reliable Source at [email protected] or call 202-662-7443 The special autumn prime rib menu and drinks are as follows: Glass of red wine Caesar salad (anchovies on the side available) Prime rib with loaded baked potato and asparagus with hollandaise sauce Bread pudding with apples, walnuts, and bourbon sauce a la…
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Sample South American wines at Sept. 21 wine social
The National Press Club will explore the world of wines from Chlle and Argentina at a Wine Social on Thursday, Sept. 21. Tickets for the event, which will begin at 6:15 p.m. are available here. The cost is $80 for Club members and $90 for their guests, There will be three tasting rooms pairing the wines with food: Montes Chilean Wines: Montes, Alta Vista's Argentinian wines and rhe Bodega Norton Estate Selection. Featured Wines: Montes • Limited Sauv Blanc • Alpha Chardonnay • Alpha Pinot Noir • Alpha Syrah • Purple Angel • Folly Alta Visa • Alta Vista Brut Rosé • Alta Vista Torrontes…
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