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Hybrid publishing CEO to address indie authors, May 9
If you’re an author looking to enhance your knowledge of independent publishing, a group of National Press Club members might be right for you. The group holds its next gathering on Thursday, May 9, from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the McClendon Room. Our special guest speaker is Mascot Publishing CEO Naren Aryal, who will share his expertise with the hybrid/vanity publishing method. Independent authors write, publish, distribute, and promote their books through their business as opposed to using a “traditional” publisher. Indies can still distribute their books widely in bookstores and through…
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NPC General Membership Meeting set for 12:15 p.m. TODAY
National Press Club members are invited to attend the General Membership Meeting at 12:15 p.m. Friday, May 17. The meeting, open only to Club members, will be held in the Fourth Estate restaurant. Members will receive an update on the Club’s finances and membership trends and hear from the Club’s leadership on other matters. A complimentary light lunch will be served. Club officers and board members look forward to seeing you there. Watch the meeting live online here (login required).
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Drink, sing, party and then see how smart you are at the Reliable Source in May
Mark your calendar for May events in the Reliable Source restaurant and lounge: Wednesday, May 1, NPC Members Monthly Happy Hour – 5:30 p.m. – Truman Lounge Friday, May 3, Karaoke Night – 6 p.m. – Truman Lounge Monday, May 6, Cinco de Mayo celebration – 5:30 p.m. - Reliable Source Thursday, May 9, NPC Pub Quiz Night – 7 p.m. – Truman Lounge To make reservations, please contact the Reliable Source at 202-662-7443 or at [email protected]
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Club revives reporter/source happy hours
Nearly 40 journalists and communicators gathered in the Truman Lounge April 17 for a reporter/source happy hour. Hosted by the National Press Club Communicators’ Team, the event was designed to revive the Club happy hours geared toward convening journalists and communicators. “While the two professions have always been closely aligned, nowadays it’s more important than ever to work collaboratively so we can all be more successful,” said Communicators Team member Mike Fulton of The Asher Agency. “We wanted bring members together in a fun and casual setting to get to know each other, better…
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Journalism program at Fund of American Studies seeks mentors for interns
Want to do something about the future of journalism? Consider becoming a mentor for a collegiate journalist intern this summer. The Fund for American Studies (TFAS) is seeking working journalists and communications professionals for their summer mentor program. Mentees are all undergraduates students who are interning in DC for the summer with news and communications outlets. It’s a fun and easy way to give back and help shape the journalists of the future. Sign up online today. TFAS is also still looking for companies and individuals to host interns for the summer. For details about being a…
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Karoke tonight: Hit Me Baby One More Time in Truman Lounge
The National Press Club Events Committee invites you to warm up your vocal chords and start refining your greatest hits - karaoke is coming back to the Club at 6 p.m. Friday, May 3, in the Truman Lounge. Press Club Karaoke is perfect for all ages, including first-time performers and people who would like someone to encouragingly shout "whoo!" once or twice during their song. Choose from thousands of songs to belt either solo or with a friend (but no Nickelback, please). For any questions, please contact Emily Wilkins at [email protected].
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Last chance to reserve for the annual Clam Bake Buffet, April 25 at the Reliable Source
Start your countdown to summer with the Annual Clam Bake Buffet dinner. Reserve now for this annual sellout. The buffet is served from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, in the Reliable Source restaurant. The buffet features traditional clam bake favorites. Cost is $25 for National Press Club members and $32 for nonmembers, and does not include beverage, tax and gratuity. Please see buffet menu below. Prominent vocalist Renee Tannenbaum and her trio provide entertainment at this Club Jazz and Dinner event in the Truman Lounge. Tannenbaum is a regular performer in such Washington…
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Communicators invite Club members to roundtable dinner for professional discussion, April 25
The National Press Club Communicators’ Team invites Club members – both journalists and professional communicators – to our next Communications Roundtable Dinner on Thursday, April 25. Join us for a lively discussion on current topics we face in our function and profession. By sharing our concerns, ideas, approaches and strategies, we help one another be more effective in our roles for our organizations. These quarterly dinners are held in the Winners’ Room at the Club. A three-course dinner with wine is served for $58 per person. The gathering begins at 6:30 p.m. with a cash bar. Dinner…
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Indie authors, NPCJI director share Book Fair ideas; Set next meeting for May 9
What role should independent authors play in the annual National Press Club Book Fair? That was the question addressed at an April 11 meeting of Club members who publish their books independently. Julie Moos, director of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, which organizes the Book Fair, joined in the conversation and shared some of her vision for the event, typically held in November. The publishing world is changing rapidly, and traditional publishers no longer hold all the cards. Indeed, some authors — including those in the informal Club group — prefer to publish independently…
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Coast Guard public affairs director to address NPC's American Legion Post, May 29
Rear Adm. Melissa Bert, director of governmental and public affairs for the U.S. Coast Guard, will speak at a luncheon meeting of the National Press Club's American Legion Post 20 at noon on Wednesday, May 29, in the McClendon Room. The speaker portion of the meeting is open to all Club members. Bert is responsible for engagement with the media, Congress and inter-governmental entities. She will discuss Coast Guard public affairs and other priorities and challenges. Bert graduated from the Coast Guard Academy and George Washington University Law School. Prior to her current assignment, she…
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