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April 7, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the morning, the President will travel to Bladensburg High School in Bladensburg, Maryland to announce the winners of a competition he launched last fall to bring together educators and employers to redesign the high school experience to give students access to real-world career skills and college-level courses. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media and there will be in-town travel pool coverage of the President’s classroom visit at Bladensburg High School.

In the afternoon, the President will meet with the Commander-in-Chief and Executive Director of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President and the Vice President will attend and deliver remarks at the ceremonial swearing-in of Maria Contreras-Sweet as Administrator of the Small Business Administration. This event in the South Court Auditorium is open press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
10:30 AM	The Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden deliver remarks at the 94th Annual Convention of the American Association of Community Colleges Marriott Wardman Park Hotel Open Press
11:15 AM	The President visits a classroom at Bladensburg High School Bladensburg High School - Bladensburg - Maryland Travel Pool Coverage
11:35 AM	The President delivers remarks at Bladensburg High School Bladensburg High School - Bladensburg - Maryland Open to pre-credentialed media
12:00 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
2:00 PM	The President meets with the Commander-in-Chief and Executive Director of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Oval Office Closed Press
3:25 PM	The President and Vice President attend the ceremonial swearing in of Maria Contreras-Sweet as Administrator of the Small Business Administration South Court Auditorium Open Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: The Guardian
Radio: SRN

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Rethinking High School: President Obama Announces New Youth CareerConnect Grants

The President visits Bladensburg High School in Prince George's County, Maryland to talk about Youth CareerConnect, which is offering $107 million in grants to redesign America's high schools for the 21st century economy.

4:44 PM ET by David Hudson

Behind the Scenes: “In Performance at the White House: Women of Soul”

Get a behind-the-scenes look from "In Performance at the White House: Women of Soul,” honoring the foremothers of American music.

3:47 PM ET by Megan Slack

April 4, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the morning, the President and Vice President will meet with Secretary of the Treasury Lew.

In the afternoon, the President will host Prime Minister Mehdi Jomaa of Tunisia at the White House. During the meeting, the President looks forward to discussing the commitment Tunisia’s leaders have made to advancing Tunisia’s democracy and how the United States can further support Tunisia’s historic transition. The leaders will discuss a broad range of bilateral and regional issues of mutual interest, including U.S. economic, political, and security assistance to support the Prime Minister’s reform agenda and Tunisia’s stability. Prime Minister Jomaa’s visit is a demonstration of the strong bonds of friendship between the American and Tunisian people, and America’s enduring commitment to Tunisia’s democratic transition. The Vice President will also attend. There will be a pool spray at the top of the bilateral meeting in the Oval Office.

In the evening, the President will host a reception for Greek Independence Day in the East Room. The Vice President will also attend. This reception is closed press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
10:45 AM	The President and Vice President meet with Secretary of the Treasury Lew Oval Office Closed Press
12:30 PM	Press Briefing by Principal Deputy Press Secretary Josh Earnest
2:10 PM	The President meets with Tunisian Prime Minister Mehdi Jomaa; the Vice President also attends Oval Office Pool Spray at the Top
5:40 PM	The President hosts a reception for Greek Independence Day; the Vice President also attends East Room Closed Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: NBC
Print: CS Monitor
Radio: FOX

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Weekly Wrap Up: Millions Get Covered, Team USA Visits, and More

This week, the President announced that 7.1 million Americans got covered, and the First Lady worked with students to plant the Kitchen Garden. Plus, 2014 U.S. Olympians and Paralympians visited the White House. Check out what else you may have missed in this week's wrap up.

5:59 PM ET by Jonathan Friedman

America’s PrepareAthon!

Here at the White House, we're getting ready for the first America's PrepareAthon!, a national day of action that will take place April 30, 2014.

2:39 PM ET by Paulette Aniskoff

You're Invited: White House Easter Egg Roll Social

Sign up for your chance to join other Let's Move! and First Lady social media followers at the White House South Lawn for the 136th annual White House Easter Egg Roll.

1:30 PM ET by Kasie Coccaro

While Marketplace Enrollment Ended, Medicaid Enrollment Continues

Enrollment in Medicaid and CHIP in February was at least 3 million people higher than it was, on average, between July and September. While this is great progress, states where governors or legislatures refuse to implement the Medicaid expansion provisions of the law will leave 5.7 million Americans uninsured.

12:15 PM ET by Tara McGuinness

West Wing Week: 4/4/14 or, “The Rosies”

Welcome to the West Wing Week, your guide to everything that's happening at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, and beyond.

10:00 AM ET by Adam Garber

The Employment Situation in March

The latest report from the Bureau of Labor statistics shows that total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 192,000 in March. The private sector has now added 8.9 million jobs over 49 straight months of job growth.

9:39 AM ET by Jason Furman

April 3, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

In the afternoon, the President and Vice President will meet for lunch in the Private Dining Room. This lunch is closed press.

Following lunch, the President and First Lady will welcome members of the United States teams and delegations from the 2014 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Sochi to the White House. The President and the First Lady’s remarks in the East Room are open press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will sign H.R. 2019, the Gabriella Miller Kids First Research Act, into law. There will be a pool spray of the signing in the Oval Office.

In the evening, the President and Vice President will meet with the bicameral, bipartisan Congressional Leadership to discuss his recent trip to Europe and the ongoing situation in the Ukraine. The meeting will take place in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

All times ET
10:30 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
12:00 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
12:35 PM	The President and Vice President meet for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
3:20 PM	The President and First Lady welcome the 2014 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams to the White House East Room Open Press
4:00 PM	The President holds a bill signing Oval Office Pool Spray
6:00 PM	The President and Vice President meet with the bipartisan, bicameral Congressional Leadership Oval Office Closed Press

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The President and First Lady Welcome Team USA to the White House

The President and First Lady host members of the 2014 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic teams at the White House, in honor of their performance in the 2014 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia.

7:02 PM ET by David Hudson

Spring Has Sprung: The Sixth-Annual White House Garden Planting

The First Lady welcomed local students and FoodCorps leaders on the South Lawn for the sixth-annual planting of the White House Kitchen Garden. The garden was first planted in 2009 to commence a nationwide conversation on healthy eating and inspired the First Lady to launch Let’s Move!

3:40 PM ET by Elyse Cohen

Combating Climate Change: Secretary Hagel Hosts the U.S.-ASEAN Defense Forum

Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel hosts the 10 defense ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for a first-of-its-kind gathering on U.S. soil.

12:52 PM ET by John Podesta

Giving America a Raise: President Obama Delivers Remarks About Raising the Minimum Wage

President Obama delivers remarks at the University of Michigan on increasing the national minimum wage.

9:26 AM ET by David Hudson

April 2, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the morning, the President will travel to Ann Arbor, Michigan. The departure from the South Lawn and arrival at Willow Run Airport are open press.

In Ann Arbor, the President will deliver remarks at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor on raising the national minimum wage. The President’s remarks are open to pre-credentialed media.

Following this event, the President will depart Ann Arbor, Michigan en route Chicago, Illinois. The departure from Willow Run Airport and the arrival at Chicago O’Hare International Airport are open press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will attend a DNC event. Following this, the President will deliver remarks and answer questions at a DNC dinner. The first event is closed press, and the dinner is open to the print pool for remarks only.

At night, the President will depart Chicago en route Washington, DC. The departure from Chicago O’Hare International Airport and arrival on the South Lawn are open press.

All times ET
10:00 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:15 AM	The President departs the White House South Lawn Open Press
11:30 AM	The President departs Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
12:55 PM	The President arrives Michigan Willow Run Airport Open Press
3:00 PM	The President delivers remarks University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - Michigan Open Press
4:00 PM	The President departs Michigan Willow Run Airport Open Press
5:00 PM	The President arrives Chicago Chicago O’Hare International Airport Open Press
5:45 PM	The President attends a DNC event Chicago Cut Steakhouse - Chicago - Illinois Closed Press
7:55 PM	The President delivers remarks and answers questions at a DNC dinner Private Residence Print Pool
9:30 PM	The President departs Chicago Chicago O’Hare International Airport Open Press
11:10 PM	The President arrives Joint Base Andrews Travel Pool Coverage
11:25 PM	The President arrives the White House South Lawn Open Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Daily Caller
Radio: AURN

Out-of-Town Pool Call Time: 10:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Washington Times
Radio: NPR

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The President Delivers a Statement About the Shooting at Fort Hood

The President delivers a statement about the shooting at Fort Hood.

8:43 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

State and Local Government Cybersecurity

The White House convened a broad array of stakeholders to discuss ways to help implement the State and Local Government Cybersecurity Framework as a tool for improving cybersecurity.

5:43 PM ET by Michael Daniel

Add Your Name: America Deserves a Raise

Secretary of Labor Tom Perez explains the importance of raising the minimum wage for American workers.

1:45 PM ET by Secretary Thomas E. Perez

April 1, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President and the Vice President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing in the Oval Office. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the morning, the President will welcome the Boston Red Sox to the White House to honor the team and their 2013 World Series Championship. This visit will continue the tradition begun by President Obama of honoring sports teams for their efforts to give back to their communities. This event on the South Lawn is open to pre-credentialed media. The deadline to request media credentials has passed.

In the afternoon, the President will meet with House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi in the Private Dining Room for lunch. This meeting is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President and the Vice President will meet with Secretary of Commerce Pritzker. This meeting is closed press.

All times ET
10:30 AM	The President and Vice President receive the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:35 AM	The President honors the 2013 World Series Champion Boston Red Sox South Lawn Open to pre-credentialed media
12:15 PM	The President meets with Leader Pelosi for lunch Private Dining Room Closed Press
1:15 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney
3:15 PM	The President and Vice President meet with Secretary of Commerce Pritzker Oval Office Closed Press
4:15 PM	The President delivers a statement on the Affordable Care Act The Rose Garden Open Press

In-Town Pool Call Time: 9:30 AM
Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: Buzzfeed
Radio: AP

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President Obama: "7.1 Million Americans"

The President sends a message to the White House email list following his remarks in the Rose Garden, announcing that 7.1 million Americans are now enrolled in private insurance thanks to the Affordable Care Act.

7:42 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

President Obama Welcomes the Red Sox to the White House

President Obama welcomes the Boston Red Sox to the White House, in honor of their 2013 World Series Championship -- their third title in the past decade.

6:16 PM ET by David Hudson

7.1 Million Americans Have Enrolled in Private Health Coverage Under the Affordable Care Act

As of today, we know that more than 7 million Americans have signed up for private health coverage.

2:48 PM ET by Lindsay Holst

Announcing the President's Council on Beards

President Obama announces the creation of the President's Council on Beards, a committee of volunteer citizens and officials dedicated to honoring our nation's history, and promoting men's health and wellness.

12:29 PM ET by Erin Lindsay

March 31, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will receive the Presidential Daily Briefing, and later in the morning the President will meet with senior advisors. These meetings in the Oval Office are closed press.

All times ET
10:30 AM	The President receives the Presidential Daily Briefing Oval Office Closed Press
11:15 AM	The President meets with senior advisors Oval Office Closed Press
1:15 PM	Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: ABC
Print: Boston Globe
Radio: ABC

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In Case You Missed It: Vice President Biden Talks About the Need for Immigration Reform

Vice President Biden speaks to 350 Hispanic businessmen, entrepreneurs, and community leaders about the need for immigration reform at the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Annual Legislative Summit.

3:23 PM ET by Felicia Escobar and Sherry Lachman

Last Call for Health Insurance: It's the Last Day to Get Covered

If you don't have health insurance, March 31 is the last day to get coverage that starts in 2014.

1:06 PM ET by Megan Slack

March 28, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will depart Rome, Italy en route Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The President’s departure from the Fiumicino Airport is open press. The President's arrival at the King Khalid International Airport is pooled press.

In the evening, the President arrives to the Rawdat Khuraim and participates in a bilateral meeting with His Majesty Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. There will be travel pool coverage of the President’s arrival and a pool spray at the top of the bilateral meeting.

The President will remain overnight in Saudi Arabia.

The Vice President will attend meetings at the White House.

All times ET
5:35 AM	The President departs Rome, Italy en route Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Fiumicino Airport - Rome - Italy Open Press
10:10 AM	The President arrives Riyadh, Saudi Arabia King Khalid International Airport - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia Pooled Press
10:55 AM	The President arrives and is greeted by the Saudi delegation Rawdat Khuraim Travel Pool Coverage
11:00 AM	The President participates in an expanded bilateral meeting with His Majesty King Abdullah Rawdat Khuraim Pool Spray at the Top

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Politico
Radio: CBS

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The Incredible Email I Got Today

Secretary Thomas E. Perez talks with 11-year-old Jesseca, who came out to a rally in Cleveland to show her support for raising the minimum wage, and giving millions of workers the dignity and respect a hard day’s work deserves.

6:53 PM ET by Secretary Thomas E. Perez

Weekly Wrap Up: FLOTUS and POTUS and Pandas, Oh My!

This week, the First Lady wrapped up her visit to China -- of course, pandas were involved -- while the President started a week-long trip to Europe and Saudi Arabia. And the Vice President gave seven reasons why you should get covered before open enrollment ends on March 31. Check out what else you may have missed in this week's wrap up.

6:30 PM ET by Jonathan Friedman

In Case You Missed It: The First Lady's Trip to China

5:15 PM ET by Kori Schulman

More than 3.57 Million Records Released

Today, the White House releases visitor records that were generated in December 2013.

3:48 PM ET by David Hudson

West Wing Week 03/28/14 or, "The 2014 European Edition"

The President spent this whirlwind week working in Europe, where he attended the third, biennial Nuclear Security Summit in The Hague, traveled to Brussels for an EU-US Summit, and then on to Rome, where he met with His High Holiness Pope Francis.

3:02 PM ET by Adam Garber

"I'm a Republican, and You Should Get Covered"

Mark D. Bearden of North Carolina is a Republican, didn't vote for the President, and an avid watcher of Fox News. And he wants you to get covered.

2:46 PM ET by Mark D. Bearden, Ph.D.

Supreme Court Decision in U.S. v. Castleman Will Save Women's Lives

In United States v. Castleman, the Court recognized that domestic violence is a unique kind of crime that doesn’t always fit everyone’s idea of what’s “violent.”

2:23 PM ET by Lynn Rosenthal

A Strategy to Cut Methane Emissions

The White House released the Climate Action Plan – Strategy to Cut Methane Emissions. Learn more about the strategy in this fact sheet.

11:52 AM ET by Dan Utech

March 28, 2014

The Schedule

The President will remain overnight in Saudi Arabia.

All times ET
5:35 AM	The President departs Rome, Italy en route Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Fiumicino Airport - Rome - Italy Open Press
10:10 AM	The President arrives Riyadh, Saudi Arabia King Khalid International Airport - Riyadh - Saudi Arabia Pooled Press
10:55 AM	The President arrives and is greeted by the Saudi delegation Rawdat Khuraim Travel Pool Coverage
11:00 AM	The President participates in an expanded bilateral meeting with His Majesty King Abdullah Rawdat Khuraim Pool Spray at the Top

Out-of-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CNN
Print: Politico
Radio: CBS

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The Incredible Email I Got Today

6:53 PM ET by Secretary Thomas E. Perez

Weekly Wrap Up: FLOTUS and POTUS and Pandas, Oh My!

6:30 PM ET by Jonathan Friedman

In Case You Missed It: The First Lady's Trip to China

5:15 PM ET by Kori Schulman

More than 3.57 Million Records Released

Today, the White House releases visitor records that were generated in December 2013.

3:48 PM ET by David Hudson

West Wing Week 03/28/14 or, "The 2014 European Edition"

3:02 PM ET by Adam Garber

"I'm a Republican, and You Should Get Covered"

Mark D. Bearden of North Carolina is a Republican, didn't vote for the President, and an avid watcher of Fox News. And he wants you to get covered.

2:46 PM ET by Mark D. Bearden, Ph.D.

Supreme Court Decision in U.S. v. Castleman Will Save Women's Lives

In United States v. Castleman, the Court recognized that domestic violence is a unique kind of crime that doesn’t always fit everyone’s idea of what’s “violent.”

2:23 PM ET by Lynn Rosenthal

A Strategy to Cut Methane Emissions

The White House released the Climate Action Plan – Strategy to Cut Methane Emissions. Learn more about the strategy in this fact sheet.

11:52 AM ET by Dan Utech

March 27, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will visit the Vatican where he will have an audience with His Holiness Pope Francis. There will be a limited pool spray of the meeting and the President’s arrival at the Vatican is open press.

Afterward, the President will meet with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin. There will be a limited pool spray of the meeting.

In the afternoon, the President will hold a restricted bilateral meeting followed by an expanded bilateral meeting with President Napolitano. Afterward the President and President Napolitano will meet for a working lunch. There will be pre-set pool coverage of the President’s arrival at the Quirinal Palace. There will be a limited pool spray of the restricted bilateral meeting and pool spray of the expanded bilateral meeting. The working lunch is closed press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will travel to Villa Madama where he will hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Renzi of Italy before participating in a joint press conference with Prime Minister Renzi. There will be pre-set pool coverage of the President’s arrival at Villa Madama; there will be a pool spray at the top of the bilateral meeting; and the joint press conference is open press.

Afterward, the President will tour The Colosseum. There will be travel pool coverage of the President’s tour.

In the evening, the President will participate in a meet and greet with employees and families of the U.S. Tri-Mission to Italy, The Holy See, and the UN Agencies in Rome at the United States Ambassador’s residence. This meet and greet is closed press.

The President will remain overnight in Rome.

All times ET
5:15 AM	The President arrives the Vatican Vatican City - The Holy See Open Press
5:30 AM	The President has an audience with His Holiness Pope Francis Vatican City - The Holy See Pool Spray
6:25 AM	The President meets with Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin Vatican City - The Holy See Pool Spray
7:15 AM	The President arrives the Quirinal Palace Quirinal Palace - Rome - Italy Travel Pool Coverage
7:25 AM	The President participates in a restricted bilateral meeting with President Giorgio Napolitano of Italy Quirinal Palace - Rome - Italy Pool Spray
7:40 AM	The President participates in an expanded bilateral meeting with President Giorgio Napolitano of Italy Quirinal Palace - Rome - Italy Pool Spray
8:05 AM	The President attends a working lunch with President Giorgio Napolitano of Italy Quirinal Palace - Rome - Italy Closed Press
9:20 AM	The President arrives Villa Madama Villa Madama - Rome - Italy Travel Pool Coverage
9:25 AM	The President participates in a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Matteo Renzi of Italy Villa Madama - Rome - Italy Pool Spray at the Top
10:35 AM	The President holds a joint press conference with Prime Minister Matteo Renzi of Italy Villa Madama - Rome - Italy Open Press
11:40 AM	The President tours The Colosseum The Colosseum - Rome - Italy Travel Pool Coverage
1:30 PM	The President meets with employees and families of the U.S. Tri-Mission to Italy, The Holy See, and the UN Agencies in Rome U.S. Ambassador's residence - Rome - Italy Closed Press
1:30 PM	The Vice President delivers remarks to the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s 2014 Legislative Summit Capital Hilton Open Press

In-Town Wires: AP, Reuters, Bloomberg
Wire Photos: AP, Reuters, AFP
TV Corr & Crew: CBS
Print: Politico
Radio: ABC

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The White House Joins the BuzzFeed Community

The White House joined the BuzzFeed Community to lay out seven reasons why Vice President Biden thinks you should get covered. In GIFs.

7:00 PM ET by Kori Schulman

Day 4: The President Travels to Italy, Meets with Pope Francis

President Obama heads to Italy, stopping by Rome and Vatican City, continuing his five-country trip across Europe and Saudi Arabia.

5:15 PM ET by David Hudson

March 26, 2014

The Schedule

In the morning, the President will visit Flanders Field Cemetery with Prime Minister Elio Di Rupo of Belgium and His Majesty King Phillipe to participate in a wreath laying and tour the grounds. There will be pool coverage of the wreath laying and tour.

Following the tour, the President, Prime Minister Di Rupo and His Majesty King Phillipe will deliver statements at Flanders Field Cemetery. There will be pool coverage of their statements.

In the afternoon, the President will arrive at the Council of the European Union to participate in the EU-U.S. Summit. On arrival, the President will be greeted by European Union President Barroso and President Van Rompuy. There will be expanded pool coverage of the President’s arrival and greet.

Afterward, the President will participate in the EU-U.S. working lunch. There will be a pool spray at the top of the lunch. Following the lunch, the President will participate in a press conference at the Council of the E.U. The press conference is open press.

Later in the afternoon, the President will meet with employees and family members of the U.S. Tri-Mission to Belgium, EU, and NATO before meeting with NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen. The President’s meeting with embassy personnel is closed press and there will be a pool spray at the bottom of the meeting with NATO Secretary General Rasmussen.

In the evening, the President will deliver remarks at the Palais Des Beaux Arts (BOZAR). The President’s remarks are open press. Following his remarks, the President will depart Brussels, Belgium en route Rome, Italy. The President’s departure from Brussels National Airport and arrival at the Fiumicino Airport are open press.

All times ET
5:40 AM	The President participates in a wreath laying Flanders Field Cemetery Travel Pool Coverage
5:50 AM	The President tours Flanders Field Cemetery Flanders Field Cemetery Travel Pool Coverage
6:00 AM	The President delivers remarks Flanders Field Cemetery Travel Pool Coverage
7:35 AM	The President arrives to the Council of the European Union to participate in the EU-U.S. Summit Council of the European Union Expanded Pool Press
7:45 AM	The President participates in the EU-U.S. working lunch Council of the European Union Pool Spray at the Top
9:10 AM	The President participates in a press conference Council of the European Union Open Press
11:10 AM	The President meets and greets with Embassy personnel The Hotel - Brussels - Belgium Closed Press
11:35 AM	The President meets with NATO Secretary General Rasmussen The Hotel - Brussels - Belgium Pool Spray at the Bottom
12:45 PM	The President delivers remarks Palais Des Beaux Arts (BOZAR) Open Press
1:45 PM	The President departs Brussels en route Rome, Italy Brussels International Airport Open Press
3:00 PM	The Vice President ceremonially swears in Bruce Heyman as U.S. Ambassador to Canada State Department Closed Press
3:40 PM	The President arrives Rome, Italy Fiumicino Airport - Rome - Italy Open Press
6:30 PM	The Vice President and Dr. Jill Biden host a reception in honor of Women’s History Month Naval Observatory Pooled Press