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Update-1 podcast covers eclipse
The solar eclipse on Monday, Aug. 21, is not just a boon for scientists, but also an opportunity for citizens and journalists alike. In this Update-1 podcast, National Press Club Broadcast/Podcast team member Adam Konowe interviews Irene Klotz, space editor at Aviation Week & Space Technology. Klotz discusses why this solar eclipse has generated such widespread attention, as well as other developments in space science. She also explains what it’s been like to cover the space beat for 25 years on behalf of mainstream and trade media from Aviation Week to UPI. Update-1 is produced by Mike…
Type: News
Daily Telegraph of London seeks Washington reporter
This role offers the chance to cover Donald Trump's presidency and American news more widely for one of Britain's best known newspapers. The position will focus on online coverage - quick pieces on breaking news, live blogging major events, and standalone articles based on original reporting. Ideal candidates will have a good news sense, an ability to turn around tight copy quickly, an understanding of what works online and an eagerness to help out wherever needed. There will also be opportunities to do on the ground reporting, bring in exclusives and write for the printed newspaper as well…
Type: News
Fourth Estate on vacation, Aug. 21 through Sept. 4
The National Press Club's Fourth Estate Restaurant will be closed for two weeks beginning Monday, Aug. 21, 2017. It will reopen for regular dining hours beginning Tuesday, Sep 5. But for Club fans of the restaurant, all is not lost. Club members can still enjoy lunch and dinner in the Reliable Source restaurant on the fourteenth floor
Type: News
Start your Labor Day weekend with Taco Night at the Reliable Source, return for more September events
The Reliable Source has announced the following events for September in the restaurant and the Truman Lounge: Friday, Sept. 1 - First Friday Taco Night – 5:30 p.m. – Reliable Source Tuesday, Sept.5 - Young Members Happy Hour – 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Truman Lounge Thursday, Sept. 7 - Pub Quiz Night – 7 p.m. – Truman Lounge. Thursday, Sept. 14 – Spanish Dinner Night – 5:30 p.m. – Reliable Source
Type: News
Press Freedom Award honors White House and Mexican reporters
The White House Correspondents’ Association and the press corps of Mexico are the winners of the National Press Club's 2017 John Aubuchon Press Freedom Award. Each year, the Club honors two recipients of the award, one domestic and one foreign, for demonstrating through their work the principles of press freedom and open government. In a year when journalists have been explicitly targeted by people and forces who see freedom of information as a threat to their power, the Club and its nonprofit Journalism Institute are recognizing two groups that have been on the front lines of the struggle.…
Type: News
Membership inquiry: What's your beat or area of expertise?
The National Press Club’s Membership Team wants to know: What do you cover? The Club is looking to start some "beat groups" of members who cover or handle similar issues, and having some updated information on what members cover can help with seats at a head table or invitations to special events. For example, Club members who cover Capitol Hill and the Senate Press Secretaries Association mingled at the co-hosted “Recess Rendezvous” in the Club’s Holeman Lounge Aug. 2 - a part-networking, part-social event. Do you cover regulatory agencies? Are you a travel writer? Do you handle…
Type: News
New chairs update the Club with bow to tradition and history
The new chairs and bar stools that have just been added to the Reliable Source Dining Room, Cosgrove Lounge, McClendon Room, and Truman Lounge and Bar are a perfect example of an upgrade that allows for all of the conveniences of modern manufacturing without sacrificing our traditional look. The National Press Club’s history is important to our culture and traditions, and is even evident in our décor. For members and visitors alike it is our sense of history that is most appealing and charming, so when upgrades and changes are needed, we take great care in ensuring that our historic identity…
Type: News
Fourth Estate offers Restaurant Week specials beginning Monday, Aug. 14
The Fourth Estate will participate in D.C. Restaurant Week Monday, Aug. 14, through Saturday, Aug. 19. A three course meal will be $22 plus tax, tip and beverage for lunch, $35 for dinner. Specially priced wines will also be available by the bottle. The Fourth Estate is open to the public as well as members of the National Press Club. Make reservations here. Menu Appetizer:Choose one fromJAPANESE COCONUT AND SESAME CHICKEN ON A STICKfive pieces of chicken; mango/tamarind dipping sauce CAESAR SALADromaine, parmesan cheese, croutons & house dressing SOUP DU JOUR Entrées: Choose one from…
Type: News
Current Situation in South Africa
While visiting the United States, Mr. Mandela spoke to the National Press Club about the current situation in South Africa. He answered questions from the audience and stressed the importance of western support for a democratic South Africa. Mr. Mandela visited the United States to deliver the keynote address at the Carter-Menil Foundation's Human Rights Award Banquet.
Type: Media
Toastmasters meets Monday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m.
Are you developing a public persona? Want to be a better leader or facilitator? If so, come join the National Press Club Toastmasters Monday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m. in the McClendon Room. You'll have fun while polishing your skills with like-minded people. The NPC Toastmasters Club meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. Visits are free and pre-registration is not required.
Type: News