WHO GETS IN: Only those people who have community credentials and those delegates, pages or guests credentialed for the Pepsi Center.
GATES OPEN: 1 p.m. Arrive early. Security checks will be in place and are expected to take some time. Those holding community credentials will sit in assigned sections, but seats are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
HOW TO GET THERE:
Walking, biking or public transit is encouraged. There is no parking at the stadium. Some metered parking on streets, parking garages and lots outside the area will be available.
Walking: Access the stadium through lower Colfax Avenue and Decatur Street.
Bikers: Bike parking is available at Rude Park, just southwest of the stadium on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Public transit: RTD will run two, free shuttles, both starting at Coors Field parking lots. A direct route starts at Coors B-1 lot to the drop-off at 5th and Walnut Street. The other begins at 22nd and Blake Street, and makes stops at existing RTD stops along Broadway. Drop-off is at Decatur Street and Howard Place. For a list of bus stops, visit rtd-denver.com.
Shuttles will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Return routs run for about 90 minutes after the event.
RTD Light Rail will run extra trains at peak hours. The Pepsi Center Station will remain closed. Routes C and E stop at Invesco Field at Mile High Station. Expect park ‘n’ ride lots to be filled by early morning commuters, so plan to be dropped off at stations or transfer from bus routes.
WHAT NOT TO BRING: Outside food, beverages or coolers
Umbrellas (raincoats or ponchos are allowed)
Large bags, suitcases or backpacks
Noisemakers, air horns, whistles, cowbells, horns, bull horns or other voice enhancement devices.
Signs, banners, flags or any other items that would either obstruct the view of a patron or serve as a security risk
Any and all unauthorized merchandise, including unapproved pamphlets, handouts, advertisements, etc.
Knives of any size, razor blades or sharp and/or pointed objects like scissors, knitting needles, etc.
Mace/pepper spray or aerosol containers
Fireworks
Weapons of any kind, including toy weapons, or any article that might be used as a weapon and/or compromise public safety as well as canes, chains, sticks of any length
Screwdrivers or Leatherman brand or similar tools
Dangerous or hazardous items or materials including chemical, biological, radiological, etc.
Animals (except service or guide dogs)
Folding chairs
Laser devices
Tripods
Bikes, inline skates, skateboards, scooters, shoes with wheels
Illegal drugs and any other illegal substances
Frisbees or inflated balls of any kind
Strollers or baby seats (these cannot be left at entrances)
CAMERA POLICY: Cameras with lenses less than 75mm and small hand-held video cameras are permitted, provided they do not obstruct the view of other attendees. Professional cameras or any other audio/video recording equipment are not allowed without appropriate Convention press credentials.
SCHEDULE:
Thursday, August 28 2008: Change You Can Believe InTime Shown as local – Denver, Colorado MST
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (LOCAL)
Live Performances (before gavel)
Yonder Mountain String Band Performance
Jeff Austin, Adam Aijala, Ben Kaufmann, Dave Johnston
Voter Registration Presentation
Remarks
The Honorable Luis Gutierrez
Member of the US House of Representatives, Illinois
David Plouffe
Obama Campaign Manager
Ray Rivera
Obama State Director, Colorado
Call to Order
The Honorable Nancy Pelosi
Permanent Chair, Democratic National Convention
Member and Speaker of the US House of Representatives, California
Invocation
Rabbi David Saperstein
Director, Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism – Washington, DC
Presentation of Colors
Disabled American Veterans
Pledge of Allegiance
Shawn Johnson
US Olympic Gymnast
National Anthem
Jennifer Hudson
Academy award-winning singer and Broadway performer
Welcome
Elbra Wedgeworth
President/Chair, Denver Host Committee
Presentation of Resolutions
Democratic National Committee Vice-Chairs
Mark Brewer
The Honorable Linda Chavez-Thompson
The Honorable Mike Honda
The Honorable Lottie Shackelford
Susan Turnbull
Remarks
Honorable Bill Ritter, Jr.
Governor of Colorado
The Honorable Ed Perlmutter
Member of the US House of Representatives, Colorado
The Honorable John Salazar
Member of the US House of Representatives, Colorado
The Honorable Diana DeGette
Member of the US House of Representatives, Colorado
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (LOCAL)
Video & Remarks
The Honorable Howard Dean
Former Governor of Vermont
Chair of the Democratic Party
Video & Remarks: Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King
The Honorable John Lewis
Member of the US House of Representatives, Georgia
Rev. Bernice King
Daughter of the late Dr. King
Martin Luther King III
Oldest son of the late Dr. King
Remarks
The Honorable Bill Richardson
Governor, New Mexico
Live Performances
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Accompanied by John Legend (piano), Agape Choir, and band
Sheryl Crow
Singer/songwriter
Remarks
Ray Rivera
Obama State Director, Colorado
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (LOCAL)
Remarks
The Honorable Jan Schakowsky
Member of the US House of Representatives, Illinois
The Honorable Mark Udall
Member of the US House of Representatives, Colorado
The Honorable Tim Kaine
Governor of Virginia
Live Performance
Stevie Wonder
Remarks
The Honorable Al Gore
Former Vice President of the United States
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (LOCAL)
Remarks
John Kuniholm
Wounded Iraq veteran
Live Performance
Michael McDonald
Singer/songwriter
Remarks
Susan Eisenhower
Granddaughter of President Dwight D. Eisenhower
Retired Generals Tribute
Air Force Maj. Gen. J. Scott Gration (Ret)
Accompanied by additional generals
American Voices Program
Roy Gross
Monica Early
Wes Moore
Janet Lynn Monacco
Nate Fick
Teresa Asenap
Pamela Cash-Roper
Barney Smith
Remarks
The Honorable Dick Durbin
US Senator, Illinois
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM (LOCAL)
Video/Remarks
SENATOR BARACK OBAMA
DEMOCRATIC PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE
Benediction
Pastor Joel Hunter
Senior Pastor of Northland in Central Florida
Adjournment
The Honorable Nancy Pelosi
Permanent Chair, Democratic National Convention
