Official information on elections in Ramsey County:
Ramsey County Elections - Election information, including district and precinct maps, candidates, and other information for Ramsey County.
While the the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul is packed with delegates (and media!), the Minneapolis Convention Center will be playing host to Civic Fest.
Produced by the MSP Host Committee, CivicFest is a vibrant non-partisan civic festival celebrating Minnesota and American history, democracy, and the U.S. Presidency.
Many of the 30 plus exhibits have been featured attractions at the Smithsonian Institution and other renowned institutions. CivicFest will transform the Minneapolis Convention Center, from August 29 through September 4, into a uniquely entertaining and enlightening celebration of American history and civic engagement.
Saint Paul and Minneapolis are playing host to the Republican National Convention this September.
For the latest information about what is planned, visit the official sites of the Convention and the Minneapolis Saint Paul 2008 Host Committee:
If you want to see what is going on with the Democratic National Convention in Denver, vist:
2 - 3 p.m., Rondo Community Outreach Library
Intermedia Arts’ Moving Lives
Artists from Intermedia Arts in partnership with Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights share their stories and experiences about Art for Social Change. Moving Lives presentations build intercultural connectedness and encourage civic engagement around issues that impact our diverse communities.
7 - 8 p.m., Hayden Heights Library
Intermedia Arts’ Moving Lives
Artists from Intermedia Arts in partnership with Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights share their stories and experiences about Art for Social Change. Moving Lives presentations build intercultural connectedness and encourage civic engagement around issues that impact our diverse communities.
7 - 8 p.m., Arlington Hills Library
Intermedia Arts’ Moving Lives
Artists from Intermedia Arts in partnership with Minnesota Advocates for Human Rights share their stories and experiences about Art for Social Change. Moving Lives presentations build intercultural connectedness and encourage civic engagement around issues that impact our diverse communities.
Tou Saiko Lee will share his stories and experiences about Art for Social Change.
6:30 p.m., St. Anthony Park Library
Uncounted: The New Math of American Elections
The St. Anthony Park Library and St. Anthony Park Neighbors for Peace co-sponsor a free screening of Emmy-award-winning director David Earnhardt’s film Uncounted, which documents challenges to the integrity of U.S. elections.
Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m., with the film at 7 p.m., followed by discussion.
7:00 p.m., Merriam Park Library
Madame President? Hillary Clinton, Gender and the Pursuit of the U.S. Presidency
Description: Julie Dolan, Associate Professor of Political Science at Macalester College and author of “Women and Politics: Paths to Power and Political Influence”, will talk about some of the challenges and constraints facing political women in the United States, focusing specifically on Hillary Clinton’s historic run for the presidency. She will also highlight some of political women’s unique contributions to public life and their successes in office.
7:00 p.m., Hillcrest Auditorium - Highland Park Library/ Hillcrest Recreation Center auditorium
A Political Conversation for Everyone
Bill Arnold, Triple Espresso playwright and performer, will chat about the lighter side of politics and inspire individuals and groups to be more civically involved in unique and fun ways.
Free tickets available online.
6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Sun Ray Library
Becoming a U.S. Citizen (presented in Somali)
Become aware of the legal and educational requirements, hear about the common problems and get help finding legal resources.