2008 NHL ALL-STAR WEEKEND – ATLANTA SCHEDULE OF PUBLIC EVENTS

Thursday, Jan 24

8:00 p.m. Bud Light NHL All-Star Concert
Tabernacle ( 152 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303)

Anheuser-Busch will stage a special concert featuring rock band OneRepublic to welcome the NHL All-Star Weekend to Atlanta. Adult consumers 21 and older must have a ticket to attend the concert. Tickets are complimentary and available through Budweiser promotions in area bars, clubs and restaurants and through radio station giveaways.

Friday, January 25

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Atlanta Thrashers Junior NHL All-Stars Youth Hockey Tournament
The Cooler (10800 Davis Dr., Alpharetta, GA 30004)
Blueland at the Marietta Ice Center (4880 Lower Roswell Road NE, Marietta, GA 30068)

More than 200 players between the ages of nine and 12 from throughout the Southeast will take part in a youth hockey tournament at two area rinks.

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. NHL Diversity Luncheon Celebrating the 50^th Anniversary of Willie O’Ree
Westin Hotel – Plaza Ballroom (210 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30303)

The NHL will celebrate the 50^th anniversary of Willie O’Ree’s trailblazing debut, becoming the first black player in the NHL. Local organizations will honor individuals in community who share O’Ree’s commitment, perseverance and teamwork. The luncheon also will showcase the documentary Black Ice: The Lost History of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes, 1895-1925, produced by authors George Fosty and Darril Fosty about the history of blacks in hockey. Tables range from $5,000-$10,000 and individual seats may be purchased for $150. For ticket information, call 212-789-2788.

8:00 p.m. – midnight Verizon Wireless / NHL All-Stars Present an Evening with Wyclef Jean to Benefit Usher’s New Look Foundation
Tabernacle (152 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30303)

Global superstar, singer, businessman and humanitarian Usher will host a benefit concert featuring performances by Grammy Award-winning musician Wyclef Jean and alternative country band Old 97’s. Fans may purchase tickets ($75.00 concert hall level, $30 upper level) on-line at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 404-249-6400. VIP hospitality opportunities are available for purchase by calling Front Row Associates at 617-247-6111. Proceeds from the event will go to Usher’s New Look Foundation.

Saturday, January 26

8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Atlanta Thrashers Junior NHL All-Stars Youth Hockey Tournament
The Cooler (10800 Davis Dr., Alpharetta, GA 30004)
Blueland at the Marietta Ice Center (4880 Lower Roswell Road NE, Marietta, GA 30068)

8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. NHL All-Star Trading Card & Memorabilia Show, presented by Upper Deck & McFarlane Toys
CNN Center (100 CNN Center NW, Atlanta, GA 30303)

CNN Center will host the NHL All-Star Trading Card and Memorabilia Show, presented by Upper Deck and McFarlane Toys. During the two-day trading card and memorabilia show, fans will be able to meet current and former NHL stars, view the most cherished prize in team sports -- the Stanley Cup and collect exclusive Upper Deck trading cards, including Sidney Crosby, Ilya Kovalchuk, Jonathan Toews, members of the Atlanta Thrashers and other All-Stars as part of their wrapper redemption program. The Upper Deck booth also will feature the opportunity to have a personal trading card created as an All-Star or take a few shots on goal through their “Lucky Shot” game. McFarlane Toys has made 3,000 limited-edition Marian Hossa action figures available exclusively during the two-day event. Todd McFarlane, CEO of McFarlane Toys, Creator of Spawn and minority owner of the Edmonton Oilers will be on hand to sign autographs, as will current and former NHL players. Other attractions include a live mural experience created by artist David Arrigo, a collectible pin trading area, a unique creation using trading cards by Guinness World record holder in card stacking Bryan Berg, and a live painting by renowned 3-D pop artist Charles Fazzino.

9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Verizon Wireless / NHL Rockin’ Skate 2008, Presented by Upper Deck
Philips Arena

After the NHL All-Stars take the ice for practice, an All-Star lineup of performers and celebrity hosts will take the stage. Platinum recording artists Jonas Brothers will perform for the fans in attendance. Global superstar Usher and actors Taylor Kitsch of NBC's “Friday Night Lights” and Alyssa Milano of NBC's "My Name Is Earl" will emcee the festivities. Proceeds from the event will benefit Usher’s New Look Foundation. Tickets are available for purchase (ranging from $10 to $30) on-line at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 404-249-6400. VIP hospitality opportunities are available for purchase by calling Front Row Associates at 617-247-6111.

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Player Red Carpet Arrivals
Philips Arena (Philips Drive)

NHL All-Stars, YoungStars and celebrities will greet fans and media along the red carpet upon their arrival for the night's festivities.

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Dodge / NHL SuperSkills and NHL YoungStars Game
Philips Arena

The NHL All-Stars show off their skating, puck-handling and shooting skills in the Dodge/NHL SuperSkills.

Sunday, January 27

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Atlanta Thrashers Junior NHL All-Stars Youth Hockey Tournament
The Cooler (10800 Davis Dr., Alpharetta, GA 30004)
Blueland at the Marietta Ice Center (4880 Lower Roswell Road NE, Marietta, GA 30068)

12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. NHL All-Star Trading Card & Memorabilia Show, presented by Upper Deck & McFarlane Toys
CNN Center

6:00 p.m. 56^th NHL All-Star Game (VERSUS, CBC, RDS, NHL Radio)
Philips Arena

The 56^th NHL All-Star Game pits the League’s best players against one another in an East-versus-West format. The All-Star Game will be televised live on VERSUS in the United States and CBC and RDS in Canada. NASN and other international broadcasters will provide live coverage of both the Dodge/NHL SuperSkills event and the NHL All-Star Game to more than 115 countries and territories in Europe. NHL RADIO on Westwood One will provide exclusive national radio coverage which can be heard on stations around the United States and Canada as well as on XM Satellite Radio's NHL Home Ice and NHL.com.

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Jackie Krawczyk
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