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Skaggs serenades luncheon crowd, promotes support of wounded veterans
Grammy-winning country music and bluegrass singer Ricky Skaggs warmed up for a benefit concert later in the week by performing at a National Press Club luncheon on Dec. 19. The Club erupted with the sounds of Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder fiddler Andy Leftwich, a guest of Skaggs' at the head table and a member of the band that plays with Skaggs. It was a rich interlude for a few minutes, as the native Kentuckian and often-honored singer, songwriter, producer and author entertained an enthusiastic audience. Skaggs is in Washington to perform with the Medical Musical Chorale and Symphony on at 8…
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Did You Know? Club members test trivia knowledge with Pub Quiz
Did you know that the National Press Club hosts a monthly trivia night? Test your knowledge at the next edition of Pub Quiz at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 19, in the Reliable Source's Truman Lounge. No need to reserve. Bring your own team or show up and join one. Round prizes include complimentary appetizers. The grand prize of the evening is $50 off your tab. Pub Quiz is open only to Club members and their guests. For more information about your membership benefits please email [email protected].
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Interactive workshop to help freelancers, self-employed professionals set business goals, Jan. 17
A smart CEO -- including freelancers and independent workers -- understands the value of setting goals for the New Year to move his or her business to the next level. The process involves a fair amount of introspection into values, visions, strengths and weaknesses. Serial media entrepreneur Hannes Luth of Wunderbar Media will help you map out your 2014 goals in a 3-hour interactive workshop sponsored by the NPC Journalism Institute from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 17, at the National Press Club. Registration is $20 for Club members and $40 for the general public. Club members should…
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Book early for Club presidential International Inaugural Gala, Jan. 25
To mark the inauguration of Myron Belkind as the 107th National Press Club president, the traditional inaugural gala on Saturday, Jan. 25, will have an international theme for the first time to reflect his global career assignments. Everything at the Gala -- from the food to the entertainment to the program -- will reflect the rich diversity of international cultures. The Gala will begin with a reception at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $95 per person and must be purchased at time of reservation. For questions regarding reservations, please email [email protected]…
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Club brings IRE conference back to Washington, Jan. 11
The National Press Club Professional Development Committee, NPC Journalism Institute and Investigative Reporters and Editors are teaming up for a one-day conference on covering the federal government. The conference will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11. Topics include investigating Congress, covering health care and national security and following the money. Participants can break away from the conference to attend the Book Rap featuring political consultants Mary Matalin and James Carville, who will talk about their new book and sign copies purchased at the event. An…
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Union official debunks workplace wellness programs
There is no evidence that wellness programs work, yet they may increase health care costs for people who need it the most, according to John Borsos, secretary-treasurer of the National Union of Healthcare Workers. Borsos told an audience at a Dec. 17 National Press Club Newsmaker that wellness programs should be eliminated. “You can take people who are generally considered to be fairly fit, fairly healthy, and put them in a category of being overweight that requires some kind of address” based on arbitrary standards, Borsos said. He cited several studies that found no evidence that…
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Top National Guard general to outline future of the force at Jan. 9 luncheon
Gen. Frank J. Grass, member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and chief of the National Guard Bureau, will explore issues facing the National Guard at a National Press Club luncheon Jan. 9. Grass, who took command Sept. 7, 2012, is responsible for ensuring that the more than 460,000 Army and Air National Guard citizen-warriors stand ready to protect the nation and mobilize as active duty soldiers and airmen and women. Since 9-11, National Guard citizen soldiers and airmen have supported more than 760,000 overseas mobilizations, some more than once. The luncheon begins at 12:30 p.m. Remarks begin…
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Amtrak President Joseph H. Boardman headlines Jan. 10 luncheon
Amtrak President and chief executive Joseph H. Boardman will analyze passenger rail issues and preview the year ahead for Amtrak at a National Press Club luncheon on Friday, Jan. 10. The luncheon will begin promptly at 12:30 p.m. Remarks will begin at 1 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $22 for Club members and up to one guest, and $36 for non-members. Tickets must be purchased at time of reservation. For questions regarding reservations, please email [email protected] or call (202) 662-7501. Club members who wish to attend the pre-luncheon…
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Club members get 15% discount on new book, "Freelancer's MBA"
"The Freelancer's MBA: Essential Business Skills for Freelance Writers" will help you to stick out of the crowd of freelance writers and gain control over your freelance business. The book is available for $14.95. Club members receive a 15% discount using the code: NPC0910. "The Freelancer’s MBA," written for the freelance writer without a business background, covers all the essentials: How to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, use the laws of supply and demand to your advantage, get a clear picture about your finances, find and set your ideal rate, market yourself and be more productive.
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