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The American News Women's Club, one of the nation's oldest press clubs, promotes professional pursuits; provides a place for members to find helpful assistance and encouragement in their professional development and community endeavors; and awards grants to outstanding journalism students and media professionals.

Members in ANWC include professionals in journalism, public relations, new media, and publishing

Cranford House

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The setting for intimate weddings and receptions. An elegant 1906 four-story townhouse with two floors for gracious entertaining. Our charm and ambiance create the perfect backdrop for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, anniversaries and birthday parties.

The house is located just off Massachusetts Avenue amidst Embassy Row. The interior is lavishly designed with period antiques and built-in bookshelves. Walking through the house, you experience a taste of richness and warmth.

From the classic exterior to the magnificent inside, this house is truly a work of art.

Cranford House also hosts business meetings, corporate receptions, civic events & non-profit workshops.
For more information contact our Club Manager at
(202) 332-6770
or via Email: anwclub@covad.net

ANWC Historical Manuscripts
now Available at
University of Maryland Libraries

The Annual
Holiday Celebration
was a Success!

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Upcoming Programs

Thursday, May 22

Special workshop

"How to Create Your Own Blog Tonight"
with Rob Yunich

Rob Yunich is a Web-savvy writer with 10 years of professional
communications experience.
In addition to his work, mostly at
associations, Rob maintains an active blog (rrthoughts.com) and teaches others how to get involved in blogging. Rob's insight on the subject has appeared in such media as the Wall Street Journal and Comcast SportsNet.
Rob holds a bachelor's of science degree in broadcast journalism from Syracuse University.

Rob will talk about
trends in blogging as well as a hands on workshop on creating your own blog.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; program will begin promptly at 7 p.m.

*Bring your laptop
and use the club's wireless access to take part in this important workshop.*

Limited space available-
sign up now!

RSVP: anwclub@covad.net
Tel: 202-332-6770

Members: $15;
Non-members: $20

Saturday, June 14

A special group tour of the Newseum

Join this group tour the morning of June 14 and see the
newly opened *Newseum*
555 Pennsylvania Ave.N.W.

Tour begins at 10 a.m. and will include highlights of women journalists featured in various exhibits.

Members and guests: $20
Seniors (65+): $18
Children ages 7-12: $13
Reservations required by June 12. RSVP: anwclub@covad.net

Tel: 202-332-6770

Contact the Club
anwclub@covad.net

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One of the nation's oldest press clubs, The American News Women's Club is a national nonprofit 501(c)(3) offering educational and professional development programs in support of women in the journalism and communications professions. The annual ANWC "Helen Thomas Award" benefit gala awards annual scholarships to journalism schools. In 2003, the organization was named an historic site in journalism by the National Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ).