Monday, Aug. 25
In the Pepsi Center: Highlights from the Convention Floor
Senator Claire McCaskill of Missouri and Craig Robinson, Michelle Obama's older brother, will be among the featured speakers on Monday August 25th.
Michelle Obama will headline Monday night.
Speaker Pelosi and Senator McCaskill will speak late in the program about the values of the Democratic Party, the efforts to take America in a New Direction and to reach out to all voters, in particular new voters, Independents and Republicans, to get the country moving in the right direction at this critical time.
Monday night will also feature a tribute to Senator Edward M. Kennedy, who has worked for more than 45 years to bring the country together and ensure equal opportunity for all Americans.
Also featured on Monday night will be family members of Barack and Michelle Obama. Craig Robinson, Michelle Obama's older brother, will introduce his sister, who will be Monday's headline speaker in prime-time.
As the person who knows him best, Michelle will talk about the Barack Obama she knows and loves, the values that shape him and why she believes he'll be an extraordinary president.
In an effort to highlight the setting of the Convention and the importance of the Mountain West to the Democratic Party, Monday's program will also feature a video segment introducing delegates and other Convention attendees to the natural beauty and strong voices of leadership in the region.
Get more info at www.demconvention.com.
Convention-Related Events In Denver
Rock The Vote Ballot Bash
At the Ellie Caulkins Opera House in Downtown Denver, the Rock The Vote Ballot Bash fundraiser will take place with a live concert featuring exclusive performances and collaborations by big name artists. Wyclef Jean, Jakob Dylan, N*E*R*D and more are scheduled to appear.
www.rockthevote.com
Cinemocracy ROCKS at Red Rocks
GOOD Magazine has teamed up with the Denver Film Society, Denver Office of Cultural Affairs and the Denver 2008 Host Committee to offer $20 GOOD Seats at Cinemocracy Rocks, guaranteeing you a seat at this fantastic event, featuring live music from The Apples in Stereo, Okkervil River, Jill Sobule, plus screenings of the top ten films from the Cinemocracy film festival.
www.cinemocracy.org
Free Day at Denver Art Museum courtesy of Target
As part of its strong commitment to community and the arts, Target will host a free day at the Denver Art Museum (DAM) on Monday, August 25, to celebrate the Democratic National Convention. This special day will allow Denverites, delegates and their families a chance to view the world-class collections and spectacular exhibitions at the DAM. DAM will open its doors with free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, August 25, a day the Museum is normally closed to visitors.
www.denverartmuseum.org
MSNBC Broadcast from Union Station
Join MSNBC, live, August 25 - 28th, from behind Union Station, 16th Street Mall and Union Station (Wewatta Street) where we will be broadcasting an unprecedented 20 hours a day from the news network's outdoor location. See, hear, and even speak with today's newsmakers and nation's politicians. Be part of history in the making, during one of the most super-charged political seasons of our lifetime. Coverage kicks off daily at 4am with Joe Scarborough and "Morning Joe" at Sam's #3 and continues throughout the day with commentary and analysis by the MSNBC & NBC News team, including Andrea Mitchell, David Gregory, and Norah O'Donnell, all leading up to our Prime Time coverage hosted by Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews beginning at 3pm.
www.msnbc.com
Denver Tip: Take a run, walk or ride on Denver's vast network of bike trails.
The trim and fit residents here make Denver one of the U.S.'s thinnest cities, so while you're visiting, you might feel a little added pressure to get outside and exercise -- something made much easier by the Mile High City's 850 miles of off-road paved trails. No matter where you are in the city, you're usually only steps away from one of these trails, which wind their way around Denver. Head over to the lovely Cherry Creek Bike Path, accessible from downtown, for a stroll or jog along the stream. Or walk over to the nearby Confluence Park, a popular spot for early rising joggers on the banks of the picturesque Platte River. And if you want to get a more intense workout while you're there, head to the REI Flagship Store and attempt to scale the 47-foot climbing wall. Need a bike? Find a Freewheelin station and pick one up for the day -- at no cost!