OFFICIAL DNC EVENTS

DHC Hospitality Suite
Wednesday, Aug 27 7:30a
at DPAC-Lime Light Supper Club, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Democratic Host Committee.

Host Committee DNC Meeting
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:30a
at Space Theater, Denver, CO
By invitation only.

Ethnic Council
Wednesday, Aug 27 10:00a
at Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Hosted by Democratic National Convention Committee. Tickets required. Includes Native American Council, APIA Caucus

Denver 2008 Convention Marketplace
Ongoing
at Civic Center Park, Denver, CO
The 2008 Democratic National Convention Host Committee has created a unique and affordable way for Colorado to showcase its culture and diversity during the DNC. With over 50,000 people coming to Denver, this expo is a great way for you to showcase,
sell, or share information on your organization. Exhibit booths are available for only $300, and open to any Colorado business.

American Presidential Experience
Event is ongoing: Until Friday, August 29, 2008
at Invesco Field at Mile High, 2755 West 17th Ave, Denver
The Denver 2008 Convention Host Committee brings the American Presidential Experience, the largest traveling exhibit of presidential memorabilia, into the Mile High City. Appearing for the first time in the Rocky Mountain Region, the spectacular 150,000-square-foot, non-partisan exhibit invites everyone to learn more about democracy in action through educational exhibits celebrating three centuries of presidential history. The non-partisan exhibit will include a wide variety of items and activities, including life-size replicas of Air Force One and the Oval Office, six presidential libraries (from three Republican and three Democratic administrations), a collection of first lady gowns, and celebrity book author signings.

PROTEST GROUPS / RALLIES

Rage Against the Machine war protest concert
Wednesday, Aug 27 11:00a
at Denver Coliseum, Denver, CO
Tickets required. Rage Against the Machine has agreed to perform as part of the "Tent State Music Festival to End the War." They will be joined by Denver's Flobots, The Coup

Recreate 68 Parade
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Designated Parade Route, Denver, CO

Environmental Action Day
Wednesday, Aug 27 12:00p
at Pepsi Center, Denver, CO
Open to the public. CODEPINK.

Tent State Parade
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Designated Parade Route, Denver, CO

God Hates Democrats
Wednesday, Aug 27 2:30p
at Wells Fargo Theatre, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Westboro Baptist Church pickets the DNC.

Pray at Pump Movement
Wednesday, Aug 27 3:00p
at Invesco Field at Mile High, Denver, CO
Open to the public. PAPM calls attention to the high gas prices on the poor. Prayers services are at a station near Invesco Field.

Iraq Veterans Against the War
Wednesday, Aug 27 3:00p
at Denver Coliseum, Denver, CO
Open to the public..

'Open the Debates' Nader/Gonzalez Super Rally
Wednesday, Aug 27 7:00p
at Magness Arena, Denver, CO
Open to the public. During the Democratic National Convention, the Nader/Gonzalez Campaign holds a Super Rally with appearances by actors Sean Penn and Val Kilmer and musician Tom Morello.

UNOFFICIAL DNC EVENTS

· MEDIA BRIEFINGS/TOURS/EVENTS

Daily Convention Press Briefing
Wednesday, Aug. 27 9:30a
At Colorado Convention Center, Rm. 601

“Winning Health Care Reform in 2009”
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008 9:30 a.m.
At Seawell Ballroom, Denver Center for the Performing Arts 
Forum attended by U.S. Senator Hillary Clinton, Governors Deval Patrick (MA), Ted Strickland (OH), Edward Rendell (PA), and Kathleen Sebelius (KS). Former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle, House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman John Dingell, House Education and Labor Committee Chairman George Miller, and Congresswoman Hilda Solis. Invited but not confirmed are Michelle Obama, U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee Chairman Ted Kennedy (who may participate in person or on camera from Massachusetts), and U.S. House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Charlie Rangel.

Rudolph Giuliani Speaks
Wednesday, Aug. 27 Time TBD
The former Mayor of New York is expected to address Republican Party event held alongside the Democratic National Committee.

· STATE DELEGATIONS EVENTS

DNC Delegation Meeting Breakfasts
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
At Delegation Hotels, Denver

· RECEPTIONS/SPONSORED PARTIES

Rahm Emanuel Event
Wednesday, Aug 27 8:00a
at Home of Judson Cary, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Fundraiser for Betsy Markey.

Insider Briefing
Wednesday, Aug 27 8:30a
at The Westin Denver Tabor Center Hotel, Denver, CO
Credentials only. A private breakfast sponsored by the New Democratic Network.

Meet the Candidates Breakfast
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00a
at Brown Palace Hotel, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Hosted by Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee.

Spotlight Initiative Award Reception and Movie Celebration for '14 Women'
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00a
at Earl's Restaurant, Denver, CO
Open to the public (RSVP required). Party with a Purpose and the Creative Coalition will host a reception at Earls. Attending guests include Annette Bening, Susan Sarandon, Spike Lee, Alan Cumming, Rachel Leigh Cook and Quentin Tarantino.

Governor's Reception
Wednesday, Aug 27 11:30a
at Tamayo Restaurant, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Hosted by Governor Ritter..

Democratic Governors Association Luncheon
Wednesday, Aug 27 12:00p
at The Palm, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Hosted by the NEI/EEI.

AT&T Luncheon for delegates from Western States
Wednesday, Aug 27 12:00p
at Pinnacle Club by Grand Hyatt, Denver, CO
By invitation only..

America Gaming Association luncheon
Wednesday, Aug 27 12:00p
at Oceanaire Seafood Room, Denver, CO
By invitation only..

Democratic Ladies Luncheon
Wednesday, Aug 27 12:00p
at Grant-Humphreys Mansion, Denver, CO
By invitation only.

Marian Wright Edelman reception
Wednesday, Aug 27 1:00p
at Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
Invitation only. Capitol File magazine and Viacom host the event in honor of the Children's Defense Fund President featuring Jennifer Lopez, Rep. Xavier Becerra, Gov. Bill Ritter.

Senator Clinton Hosts Reception with Delegates
Wednesday, Aug. 27 1:15 p.m.
At Colorado Convention Center, Denver, CO

Lift Every Voice for Reproductive Justice
Wednesday, Aug 27 1:30p
at Denver Athletic Club - Glenarm, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Hosted by Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice.

Tea Hosted by Rep. Nancy Pelosi
Wednesday, Aug. 27 2;00p to 4:00p
at Pinnacle Club at Grand Hyatt

Senator Harry Reid Reception
Wednesday, Aug 27 2:30p
at Tamayo Restaurant, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Hosted by Kamlet Shepherd..

WHP 10th Anniversary VIP Celebration
Wednesday, Aug 27 5:00p
at Denver Newspaper Agency Auditorium, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Hosted by the White House Project.

Tribute to Ann Richards
Wednesday, Aug 27 6:00p
at Donald R Seawell Grand Ballroom, Denver, CO
Invitation only..

Voto Latino Signature Event at the DNC
Wednesday, Aug 27 7:00p to 10:00p
at Vinyl, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Rosario Dawson will be hosting a VIP event for her organization Voto Latino, a leading non-profit / non-partisan voter registration organization that aims to engage and empower the 7 million Latinos between 18-29.

Private Party with Mercedes
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00p
at The Corner Office Restaurant and Martini Bar Denver, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Hosted by Mercedes Benz..

“A Season for Change” Reception
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00p
at Sherman Event Center, Denver, CO
Open to the public (RSVP required). Party with a Purpose and Perennial present a reception with guests Chris Tucker, Kid Capri, Biz Markie and Musiq Soulchild.

Jennifer Lopez Foundation party
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00p
at Denver Art Museum, Denver, CO
By invitation only..

Gala Benefit Evening
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00p
at Fillmore Auditorium, Denver, CO
Open to the public, tickets required. the Creative Coalition/Target hosts a special Musical performance by The Black Eyed Peas.
Visit the website for tickets and sponsor packages.

Late Night to Honor ONE
Wednesday, Aug 27 10:00p
at EXDO Event Center, Denver, CO
By invitation only. Hosted by the One Campaign and Recording Industry Association of America featuring a special concert by Kanye West.

· MEETINGS

None.

· LECTURES/DISCUSSIONS/SCREENINGS

Latin America Business Forum
Wednesday, Aug 27 8:30a
at University of Denver, Denver, CO
Open to the public. The Inter-American Economic Council hosts the forum featuring advisors to the Obama campaign, U.S. policy experts and members of the Latin American diplomatic community. Registration required by noon on Tuesday, Aug. 26.

“Enhancing the U.S. Role Around the World'
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00a
at Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Denver, CO
Open to the public. The National Democratic Institute, in conjunction with the Council on Foreign Relations & the Josef Korbel School of International Studies, presents this discussion as part of their International Leaders Forum.

Can the Next President Make the Middle East Irrelevant?
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00a
at Colorado History Museum, Denver, CO
Open to the public. The New America Foundation hosts an event asking, "Can the next president make the Middle East irrelevant?"

2008 International Relations Roundtable
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00a to 4:00p
at Denver Center for the Performing Arts: Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, CO
Open to the public. The Roundtable will feature a keynote address by former US Secretary of State Madeleine Albright

“They Got the Memo”
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:30a
at Starz Film Center, Tivoli 800, Denver, CO
Credential required. Members of Congress reveal how they push a pro-women agenda featuring Reps. Loretta Sanchez, Rosa DeLauro, Carolyn Maloney, Gwen Moore, Lois Capps, Allyson Schwartz and Jan Schakowsky.

Faces from the Front: Western Perspectives on the Drilling Boom
Wednesday, Aug. 27 10:00 a.m.
At the Big Tent’s Center Stage
Come hear from diverse western voices – a New Mexico rancher, a local Colorado county commissioner, a Wyoming sportsman, and a West Slope renewable energy expert – about the toll that this administration’s “drill everywhere” policies are having on the people and communities of the West. This panel will also cover the alternative path energy path that we should be taking towards a sustainable future that conserves the land, water, and local communities of the West.

Schwartz Infrastructure Forum: “Rebuilding America: U.S. Infrastructure Needs and How to Pay for Them”
Wednesday, Aug 27 11:00a to 12:30p
at Denver Marriot City Center, Denver, CO
RSVP required. the Democratic Leadership Council (DLC) will host a policy forum at the DNC, tackling America’s infrastructure needs.

Luncheon on Foreign Policy
Wednesday, Aug 27 11:45a
at Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, CO
Credential required. Discussion on challenges facing the next administration with former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, Denver Mayor John Hickenlooper, 2008 Rocky Mountain Roundtable Chairman Jim Polsfut and more
Panel Discussion with T Boone Pickens and American Progress CEO
Wednesday, Aug. 27 12:00p to 1:00p
At The Big Tent, Denver, CO
The Sierra Club host panel discussion with BP Capital founder and John Podesta.

I Hunt, I Fish, I Vote Conservation
Wednesday, Aug 27 2:00p
at The Curtis Hotel, Denver, CO
By invitation only. National Wildlife Federation hosts a panel discussion featuring Larry Schweiger, David Crockett, Tony Dean and Matt Vincent.

· PERFORMANCES/CONCERTS/PARTIES

40 Years of the RFK Memorial Celebration
Wednesday, Aug 27 3:30p to 5:30p
at Brown Palace Hotel, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Ticketed event. Ethel Kennedy, Senator Hillary Clinton, Mayor John Hickenlooper, Beth and Joseph Kennedy, II, Senator and Mrs. Edward M. Kennedy invite you.

Russian King of Rock n' Roll
Wednesday, Aug 27 5:00p
at Russian Consulate, Denver, CO
Open to the public. The Honorary Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Colorado presents Denis Mazhukov.

UNCONVENTIONAL ’08
Wednesday, Aug. 28 6:00p
Manifest Hope Art Gallery, Denver, CO
Program includes special appearance by comedienne Sarah Silverman and features musical performances on the Street Party Stage by: Nada Surf; Cold War Kids; Clap Your Hands Say Yeah; the Silversun Pickups; and DJ Z-Trip.

Stand Up For Choice in 2008
Wednesday, Aug 27 6:00p to 10:00p
at DC.10, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Comedy and Political Party: Laugh with comedians Rubi Nicholas from Nick@Nite's "America's Funniest Mom" and Comedy Central's Lynne Koplitz Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a free drink on us.

Floyd's 99 Barbershop Presents Rock the Vote Live Concert
Wednesday, Aug 27 6:00p to 11:00p
at Floyd's 99 Barbershop - Champa Shop, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Rock n’ Roll barbershop partners with Rock the Vote to throw a live music event exclusively by locals, for locals, featuring the Hot IQs.
Gala Benefit Evening
Wednesday, Aug 27 9:00p
at Fillmore Auditorium, Denver, CO
Open to the public, tickets required. the Creative Coalition/Target hosts a special Musical performance by The Black Eyed Peas.

· MISCELLANEOUS

America's Second Harvest Repack Event
Wednesday, Aug 27 11:30a
at Food Bank of the Rockies, Denver, CO
Credentials only. Members of the House and Senate Hunger Caucus and notable celebrities engage in a friendly competition of packing boxes for distribution to families in Colorado. Academy-award winner Ben Affleck makes an appearance.

SUNFEST
Wednesday, Aug 27 12:00p
at Coors Field, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Hosted by Solar Energy Industries Association features keynote address by environmental advocate Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and remarks by national and local environmentalists.

CONTINUING

Food Not Bombs Community Feeds
Ongoing through Thursday, Aug. 28
at Lincoln Park, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Food Not Bombs will be coordinating to provide two public feeds a day during the convention, one at 11am, and one around 5PM, in Lincoln Park for the first half of the week, and later in the week in Skyline Park.

Freewheelin' - A Citywide Bike-Sharing Program
Ongoing through Thursday, Aug. 28
at Downtown Denver, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Close to 1,000 bikes are available free of charge for anyone looking for an alternative to automobiles while the convention is in town.

· EXHIBITS

Dr. Seuss For President Art Exhibit
Wednesday, Aug 27 8:00a to 4:00p
at Gallery One Writer's Square, Denver, CO
Open to the pulic. Coinciding with the historic 2008 Presidential election, Dr. Seuss throws his “hat” into the ring by releasing the first-ever political print editions to the public.

The Bush Legacy Tour bus
Wednesday, Aug 27 10:00a to 10:00p
at 14th and Champa St., Denver, CO
Open to the public. Bio-diesel powered museum on wheels spotlighting Bush-McCain- conservative policies and the negative effects on America.

CONTINUING

Experience Guantanamo in Denver
Ongoing through Wednesday, Aug. 27
at Cuernavaca Park, Downtown Denver, Denver, CO
Open to the public. A life size replica of a cell at Guantanamo Bay is coming to Denver the week of the Democratic National Convention, from August 24 -27. Tour the cell and find out what it's like to be illegally detained.

Tax Free Art Zone
Ongoing through Thursday, Aug. 28, 9:00a to 9:00p
at Art District on Santa Fe, Denver, CO
Open to the public. Galleries on Denver's historic Santa Fe Drive will be open extended hours from 9 to 9 each day of the Convention and will be participating in a "Tax Free Art Zone.”

1908 - When the Democrats First Came to Denver
Ongoing through Oct. 31
at Denver Public Library, 10 W. 14th Ave. Parkway
It was 100 years ago when the Democratic donkeys first stampeded into Denver for the Democratic National Convention. The Denver Public Library and History Colorado are commemorating that event with 1908 - When the Democrats First Came to Denver, a collection of more than 100 photos, newspapers and cartoons that captured venues across the Metro area where the 1908 delegates visited. The pix and memorabilia come from Denver Public Library's Western History Department and the Colorado Historical Society and are on display on the seventh floor of the Denver Public Library, 10 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy., through Oct. 31. Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays.

Political Whistle-Stop Campaign Train - Steam Up
Ongoing
at Colorado Railroad Museum, Golden, CO
Open to the public. Get on board the political track with a new perspective on whistle stop trains.  Railroads have played a major part in American political campaigns, due largely to the “one-on-one” nature of the candidate’s presentation.

Get Out the Vote
Ongoing
at Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway
Display of posters and motion graphics by multiple artists working with AIGA, the professional organization for design

Dialog: Denver
Event is ongoing: Until Saturday, September 20, 2008
At Robischon Gallery, 1740 Wazee St.
Group show includes work by some “Dialog:City” artists and 16 noted local artists: Jack Balas, Zach Burk, Albert Chong, Francoise Duresse, Gary Emrich, Chuck Forsman, Carlos Fresquez, Jill Hadley Hooper, Jerry Kunkel, Terry Maker, Sarah McKenzie, Lauri Lynnxe Murphy, Kevin O’Connell, Bruce Price, Floyd Tunson and Rebecca Vaughan

Dialog: City Responses
Event is ongoing: Until Saturday, September 20, 2008
At Robischon Gallery, 1740 Wazee St.
Group show includes work by some “Dialog:City” artists and 16 noted local artists: Jack Balas, Zach Burk, Albert Chong, Francoise Duresse, Gary Emrich, Chuck Forsman, Carlos Fresquez, Jill Hadley Hooper, Jerry Kunkel, Terry Maker, Sarah McKenzie, Lauri Lynnxe Murphy, Kevin O’Connell, Bruce Price, Floyd Tunson and Rebecca Vaughan

Dialog: City: spurse collective
Event is ongoing: Until Friday, August 29, 2008
Denver metro area
The spurse collective is designing a one-of-a-kind cultural and environmental map of the metro area. This walking tour will locate what spurse calls “entanglements.” Maps will be distributed across the city as free artistic prints