8.29.2008 - 03:50pm ET

(CSRwire) BLOOMINGTON, Minn., Aug. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Mall of America(R) is excited to welcome the RNC to the state's top tourist destination. Exclusive during the RNC are several exciting events that showcase Mall of America. The week's featured event is "Kids Stump the Delegates" game show. And to make life easier in the midst of all the frenzy, Mall of America will also offer a Reporter's Retreat to give media a chance to recharge.

Featured event of the week:
Kids Stump the Delegate Game show
Wednesday, Sept. 3
10 a.m. -- 11 a.m.
West Market Square

RNC delegates may need to reassess their civics knowledge after local fifth and sixth graders attempt to bamboozle them in a test of U.S. government, politics and history in "Kids Stump the Delegates" game show at Mall of America(R). Six Bloomington area students from Oak Grove Middle School will be pitted against six delegates from various states in a 45 minute battle of questions and answers to claim bragging rights and a donation for local schools.

The light-hearted competition consists of two rounds of questioning. During the first round, the host will direct a question to the team and they will have 15 seconds to confer and respond. If they answer correctly they are rewarded with a bonus question. Each correct answer is worth 10 points and each correct bonus answer is worth five points. Round two will be the quick reflex-testing lightening round.

Contestants will buzz-in to answer questions. Each correct answer will be worth 20 points and each bonus question will be worth 10 points.

Following the two exciting rounds the team with the highest score will be proclaimed as the winner.Mall of America will donate $500 to Bloomington Public Schools and Oak Grove Middle School in honor of the first place team; and $250 in honor of the runner up.

More exciting events for media coverage:
Fashion Day at Mall of America(R)
Tuesday, Sept. 2
8 a.m. -- Noon
Nordstrom Court

Mall of America(R) trend and wardrobe specialist Sara Rogers will be available to show the latest and greatest in back-to-school trends and fall fashion from 8 a.m. -- 10 a.m.Rogers will also demonstrate how to tackle the nation's largest shopping and entertainment complex including a guided media tour of locally owned and Minnesota specialty stores from 10 a.m. -- Noon. Rogers is also available by appointment for special interviews and segments. Find out more at http://www.mallofamerica.com/about_moa_experts.aspx.

Experience Nickelodeon Universe Day at Mall of America(R)
Wednesday, Sept. 3
Nickelodeon Universe
6 a.m. -- Noon

As a media member, they will have a chance to ride Avatar Airbender, one of the new thrill roller coasters at Nickelodeon Universe before the amusement park opens for the day. During this time media are welcome to do live shots, hang out with Nickelodeon characters and interview the Nickelodeon Universe marketing director. From 10 a.m. to noon, experience all rides and attractions.

Swim or SCUBA with Sharks Day at Mall of America(R)
Thursday, Sept. 4
Underwater Adventures(R) Aquarium
6 a.m. -- 11 a.m.

Reporters are invited to experience an EXTREME adventure -- swimming with the sharks (and fish)! Get up close to over 60 types of tropical fish including puffers, stingrays, and even sharks! No special certifications required. Underwater Adventures(R) Aquarium will also feature the grand opening of The Glass Sharks Exhibit containing 56 Glass Sharks that represent the 56 states and territories with U.S. delegates. Two RNC additions to the aquarium are the Elephant Nose Fish and Donkey Dung Sea Cucumbers.

Reporter's Retreat
Friday, Aug. 29 to Friday, Sept. 5
2nd level, northeast corner of Nickelodeon Universe
8 a.m. -- 5 p.m. (Monday -- Saturday), 11 a.m. -- 5 p.m. (Sunday)

The nation's largest retail and entertainment destination is providing solace for RNC-frenzied media. The Reporter's Retreat at Mall of America will serve as an area for media to relax, recharge and renew during the hectic week. Refreshments, water, media materials and internet access will be available. Reporter's can also arrange tours and interviews with on-site staff.

Visiting media will be required to check-in for media credentials at this location. For more information contact Mall of America public relations at 952-883-8805.

About Mall of America
Mall of America is the nation's largest retail and entertainment complex. The 4.2 million square foot complex is home to more than 520 world-class shops; Nickelodeon Universe, the nation's largest indoor family amusement park; Underwater Adventures(R) Aquarium, a 1.2 million gallon walk-though aquarium; a 14-screen movie theater and more. The Mall opened in August of 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. For more information visit http://mallofamerica.com.

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