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Book & Author Committee
Type: Event
Journalism Awards
After the 1995 awards presentations, Mr. Smith spoke about the economic and technological challenges the U.S. faces as it approaches the 21st century. After his remarks, he took a few questions from the audience.
Type: Media
Governor Mitch Daniels
Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels will discuss his new book, "Keeping the Republic: Saving America by Trusting Americans" at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Rooms. Reservations are required at [email protected]. This event is free for NPC members and $5 for all non-members. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing at the event. Proceeds benefit the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library. No outside books will be permitted.
Type: Event
NPC Luncheon with Tom Brokaw
Former NBC anchor Tom Brokaw, author of the blockbuster “The Greatest Generation,” will discuss his new book at a National Press Club luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 3. Brokaw will talk about “The Time of Our Lives: Past, Present, Promise,” a broad view of how American life has changed since the Great Depression and how to foster America's future. Lunch will be served at 12:30 p.m. with the speech beginning at 1 p.m. and ending at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $18 for Club members, $29 for guests of members and $36 for general admission. To reserve tickets, please e-mail [email protected] or call 202-…
Type: Event
Unmanned Vehicle Systems
A panel of experts on Unmanned Vehicle Systems:MG David "Duncan" Heinz, USMC (ret.)VP, iRobot Maritime Division Lt. Col. Charlie Dean, USA (ret.)QinetiQ Corporation Lt. Col. Ricky Thomas, USAFGlobal Hawk Functional Manager John PriddyDir., Natl. Air Security Operations Center, Grand Forks ND Beyond Drones: What You Didn't Know About Unmanned Vehicle Systems The speakers are in Washington as part of the 2011 show of the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) at the DC Convention Center August 16-19. The products of their organizations are used for military, civil and…
Type: Event
Jazz Night featuring WEK Jazz Trio
What to do on Thursday? Get a Clue! Who: The WEK Jazz Trio When: Thursday, August 18, 2011 at 6 pm Where: In The Truman Lounge With: Specially Priced Wine & Beer Selections Join the Events Committee in the Truman Lounge this Thursday evening for an exciting night of jazz music with the WEK Jazz Trio! The Reliable Source bar and lounge will be offering selected wine and beer on special for this evening: WINEWhitePinot Grigio, San Pietro, Aldo Adige, Italy, 2010Sauvignon Blanc, Pouilly Fume, FranceSauvignon Blanc, Ten Sisters, New ZealandChardonnay, National Press Club,…
Type: Event
Dinner & a Movie Night: True Grit
Members of the National Press Club - Come on out for our monthly Dinner & a Movie! This month we'll be showing the blockbuster True Grit, starring Jeff Bridges, Matt Damon, Josh Brolin and little Hailee Steinfeld. Enjoy a delicious dinner from the Reliable Source while enjoying this great flick! About the Movie: True Grit is a powerful story of vengeance and valor set in an unforgiving and unpredictable frontier where justice is simple and mercy is rare. Mattie Ross (Hailee Steinfeld), is determined to avenge her father's blood by capturing Tom Chaney (Josh Brolin), the man who shot and…
Type: Event
NPC Membership Committee
Type: Event
NPC Luncheon with The Honorable Gary Johnson, Republican presidential candidate
Gary Johnson, a 2012 Republican presidential candidate, will speak at a National Press Club luncheon on Friday, August 19. Johnson, who served two terms as governor of New Mexico, says he has a record of staying out of the way to allow the private sector to create jobs. During his governorship, New Mexico experienced 11.6% job growth. Johnson also is known for his controversial support for legalizing marijuana. Luncheon will be served served at 12:30 p.m., with the speech beginning at 1 p.m. and ending at 2 p.m. Cost of tickets is $18 for Press Club members, $29, for guests of members, and $…
Type: Event
Young Members Committee
Type: Event