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Events Committee to meet Feb. 12; seeks fun loving-members
Interested in planning different, interesting and fun events at the National Press Club? You'll get a chance at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 12, by joining the first 2014 meeting of the Events Committee in the Club's Mezzanine. The committee is seeking members with new ideas for events that will bring both members and nonmembers to the Club. For more information about the meeting or to RSVP, please email committee chair Joan Coyle at [email protected].
Type: News
House Armed Services Committee chairman to speak at luncheon Feb. 24
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Howard “Buck” McKeon (R-Calif.) will discuss President Obama's Afghanistan withdrawal plans at a National Press Club luncheon on Monday, Feb. 24. The chairmanship of the House Armed Services Committee, which provides authorization and oversight of the Defense Department and its nearly $500 billion budget, is considered one of Congress' most important positions. A staunch advocate of robust defense spending, McKeon announced in January he would not seek reelection in 2014 after 21 years on Capitol Hill. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m., with remarks…
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Eat Russian, cheer American as Reliable Source offers special menu during Olympics
To coincide with the opening of the Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia, the National Press Club's Reliable Source restaurant will feature a Russian menu starting tomorrow (Feb. 7) and continuing throughout the games. Although you won't actually be in Sochi, you can experience a bit of Russia at the Reliable Source by availing yourself of such special Russian menu items as beef stroganoff, beet and beef borscht and Russian rye pastrami sandwiches. Prefer just a snack? A special Russian appetizer, pumpernickel grenki, will be available. Meanwhile, the bar will serve up special Olympics cocktails…
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Did you know? For only a buck deposit, you can join State Dept. Credit Union
Did you know that, as a National Press Club member, you can join the State Department Federal Credit Union? Yes, it's one of the Club benefits. For only a $1 deposit, you can open an account at the State Department Federal Credit Union that features a lifetime membership, free checking accounts, low-interest loans, high-yield savings, money management and certificate accounts, and more. Applications are available in the Club's general office, or you can contact the Membership Department to receive one by mail. For more information about your Club membership benefits, email [email protected].
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Members invited to discussion of first ladies and the media Feb. 12
National Press Club member Janice Law invites Club members to join her for a discussion, staged by the American Women Writers National Museum, on "How Do First Ladies and Media Treat Each Other?" in NPC's McClendon Room at noon Wednesday, Feb. 12. Featured speaker will be Anita McBride, chief of staff to former First Lady Laura Bush. Sharing the podium with her will be Patricia Krider, executive director of the First Ladies Library, Canton, Ohio, who will present visuals from the library's recent exhibit, "Eyes on First Ladies," which addresses media attention. The event, free and open to all…
Type: News
Kalb Report to host NY Times columnist Tom Friedman Feb. 10
New York Times columnist Thomas L. Friedman will join host Marvin Kalb Monday, Feb. 10, to talk about the intersection of national security and personal freedom. With the fallout from Edward Snowden’s massive leaks about NSA surveillance reverberating around the world, the appearance of the three-time Pulitzer Prize winner comes at a critical moment. Kalb and Friedman will discuss “not just freedom of the press but all of our freedoms at a time when we must consider the dangers of global terrorism threatening our own cherished freedom,” Kalb said in announcing the show. The show will begin at…
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America's youth feel record misery; get details at Newsmaker Feb. 13
The misery of American youth, calculated by Young America's Foundation (YAF) to be at an all-time high, will be the topic of a National Press Club Newsmaker news conference Thursday, Feb. 13, at 10 a.m. in the Club’s Bloomberg Room. Ashley Pratte, a spokesperson for YAF, will discuss findings of the foundation’s Youth Misery Index, which has reached a record high of 98.6. She will describe the hardships that young people are experiencing, shown by the index, and the resulting implications for the 2014 elections. YAF calculates the index by adding figures for youth unemployment (at a near…
Type: News
Cyprus & Developments in E. Mediterranean
Type: Media
'Blackfish,' documentary on killer whale, scheduled for Dinner & Movie Night Feb. 20
The acclaimed documentary film, "Blackfish," will be the attraction at the Club's next Dinner and a Movie Night in the Reliable Source restaurant Thursday, Feb. 20, at 7 p.m. The documentary examines the life of performing killer whale Tilikum, whose time in captivity has caused several deaths, and questions the safety and humanity of confining such intelligent creatures. The movie has received fascinating reviews and has been nominated for prizes at more than 10 film festivals. The Reliable Source restaurant will have its full menu available for dining. The event is open to members and…
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Pub Quiz returns to Truman Lounge Feb. 13 with prizes galore
It’s time once again to get that left side of your brain in shape for an evening of trivia, food, drinks and prizes. Yes, the National Press Club’s monthly Pub Quiz returns to the Reliable Source's Truman Lounge Thursday, Feb. 13, at 7 p.m. -- packed with gag gifts and prizes for those who like to unleash their inner Cliff Clavin and showcase their knowledge on anything and everything, from movies and ‘80s music to sports and politics. Sponsored by the Events Committee, Pub Quiz is a great opportunity to gather with friends over food and drinks and to meet new friends and members. Veteran…
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