Loop 202 Santan Freeway Opening Ceremony

[k7mto]

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=80&day=2006-6-7&c=3

AFAIK, we still don't have the AZVJC banner (never found it in time for the last freeway party).
Word was Wayne Cunningham had it but that's unconfirmed. If anyone knows how to contact
Wayne, of if anyone knows the banner's whereabouts, please post up :)

[HighlandRubicon]

Had a great time at the last one, so count me in again for this one.:D

[Tom Jacobson]

Planning to be there, and hoping to get out of work early enough to get my Jeep into the VJC display area.

Tom

[HighlandRubicon]

It was in the Chandler section of the AZ Republic today. Haven't heard anything more about it. Am I on the wrong thread or something??:eek: :eek:

[k7mto]

No, just hasn't been much interest for some reason. I sent the application in and got a response that it had been received. Once I know specifics, I'll post them up here. So far it looks like you, Tom and myself. We need a better showing than 3 Jeeps and I know there are more folks on the East side. Let's go, folks. Post up!

[Wind_Danzer]

What was the date again?

[k7mto]

Wed June 7 - open to public from 6-9pm. Presumeably we'll need to be down the ramp by 5pm.

http://www.azcentral.com/community/gilbert/articles/0526gr-sunset0526Z12.html

[aszaunmi]

I can make a new banner for AZVJC and bring it out wed if need be. I have a small vinyl company and can whip one up pretty quick. What would people like to see on it? This will be a Vinyl banner with single color vinyl overlayed and will be 6'x22" with grommets installed. Somebody will need to bring something to mount it to or we can put it between a couple of jeeps.

Maybe some kind of Jeep art in the upper left and right corners?

AZ Virtual Jeep Club <--------------Large Text
www.virtualjeepclub.com <-----------Smaller text

Anything else??

[k7mto]

Anything is better than nothing, but if you can duplicate the original, that'd be great. Here's a pic of what it looks like...

http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1581&stc=1

Whatever you can do is appreciated.

This one will be an evening party but we might still need some shade, so fi anyone has a cover that't be great.
I forgot who brought the generator/tv/vcr combo but if it can be secured again that'd be nice.
Aside from that, any offroad magazines, OHV, Tread Lightly, etc. literature is nice. Handouts are always
a crowd pleaser.

[Gasman]

Can't make it as I'll be out of town once again, but you can use my canopy if you want. Looks like the same one that's in the pic. :D

[k7mto]

Thanks, Matt. I'll pick it up sometime this week or over the weekend. Give me a shout.

[blackeyedt]

I'm in !! I have the little generator, If someone can do the TV/VCR, 4 wheelers will probably supply the tapes.. Did we get confirmation from Yvonne?? ADOT is doing something different w/the nite deal, how about us ? Any out of the box Ideas to make this interesting ?? Theme ? Time warp? Any specific date/year for Jeeps?? WWII maybe ? C'mon folks !

[blackeyedt]

Sorry about the double post, but back to the banner... That thing bounced between my house and Hunter's shop for a couple of years... 2 freeway openings ago, I couldn't make it, I was painting the house and only had the weekend to git 'r done, god i hate that saying ! Anyhow, Wayne came over and borrowed my generator, cords, gas tank and the banner.. he was driving his gray CJ w/black hardtop and his lovely wife was driving a Cherokee XJ. They came directly back afterward and dropped off the generator and stuff.. He said he would keep the banner cuz he knew he would make the next freeway opening... I didn't object because Wayne had kind of stepped up to take over these openings from a couple of us who had been very involved prior openings... Also, the generator had quit working at the opening so Wayne told me that a couple of the "electrical guru's" had re-wired it and got it working again... Still works great ! Thanks...I'm not going into this detail to slam Wayne, simply to see if any of the detail triggers any memories of anyone involved that might help us reclaim the banner... If I remember, I tried contacting Wayne at all the #'s we could find and his e-mail addy... all to no avail... I think I remember Wayne saying he worked in an admin function for the Transportation (school buss) department for Scottsdale Schools and I think he lived over in/near the old Lehi area of Mesa.. He was getting very active in the group and then kind of faded away. I also vagely remember that he and his wife were into raising purebred dogs but I don't remember the breed, maybe beagles ???... anyhow I hope this triggers someone/something... And beyond the banner, I hope all is still well with them..

[aszaunmi]

I cannot copy the banner above due to the fact I dont have a printer for the vinyl. I only do vinyl overlay or Die Cut stickers on top of the vinyl banner blank. If somebody gets a couple of the round azvjc stickers we can put 1 one or two in the corner(s).

[k7mto]

It will be nice to see you there, Bob. If anyone happens to visit 4 wheelers between now and then, ask Simon for the tapes. I'm sure he'll let us borrow them again. I have some cd's we can play also, but I don't know who supplied the TV/VCR/CD player or if we'll have it again this time.

As for the banner, if we happen to get ahold of Wayne and he has it, great. If not, anything you can aszaunmi can come up with I'm sure will be fine.

Worst case, we bring our Jeeps, park on each others tires, talk to folks and just have fun :)

[BRNZY]

I will be there as well, the last one I went to was fun!

[k7mto]

Cool - looks like we're up to 5 or 6 rigs at least. That's a start but 10 or 12 would be ideal, especially if we have a mix of old/new, stock/modified, different models, etc.

[scully]

It looks like I'll be able to make it! I have Mike's "Getting unstuck" video and I'm sure he won't mind if we play it!

[Wind_Danzer]

I cannot copy the banner above due to the fact I dont have a printer for the vinyl. I only do vinyl overlay or Die Cut stickers on top of the vinyl banner blank. If somebody gets a couple of the round azvjc stickers we can put 1 one or two in the corner(s).

Talk to Simon as he has the VJC stickers at his shop. He may give ya 2 for the corners (or maybe 1 for each corner) and you'll be good to go. Maybe even Joe might be able to mail you some for the banner if you ask him quick.

As for the opening. I am actually off so I will be there. :D

[Wind_Danzer]

Also I guess if the public entrance is right at Val Vista, that means the vendor/display entrance will be Power?

[mingoglia]

It looks like I'll be able to make it! I have Mike's "Getting unstuck" video and I'm sure he won't mind if we play it!

Hey, yeh, you do have that. :D It may not be the most entertaining to the passer-byers but sure.

[Tom Jacobson]

Hey Matt,

I still plan to be there, but I'll likely be Jeepless. Long story, but will have a good ending, regarding my t-case skid plate. However, I expect the Jeep to still be at Todd's on Weds.

Aside from real Jeeps, the RC jeeps are always fun to have on hand. With all the Nylint/NewBright owners out there, what if we made a mini-rock course to drive them over? If people were each to bring a couple rocks from around there house, we could get something going.

What web-site address is on the stickers/cards we sometimes hand out? If we want people to check the "club" out after the event, I guess we ought to have a valid site addy, huh?

As for handouts...is there one that descibes and details the process for getting a state land use permit? Would probably be one of the most useful.


Tom

[k7mto]

Good ideas, Tom.

The cards I have say azvjc.org.
I can probably print out a pile of State Trust permit apps from the website.
RC Jeeps and rocks are a good idea if we get enough rocks. If not I'm sure folks can find other items to crawl on. I'll make sure my New Bright is charged up.

[SHNIPE]

Im in! Missed all the others. I will make this one. I have Build To Grinds Volume 1 if you guys wanna play that one too.

[k7mto]

So far, I don't think anyone whose coming has a TV/VCR/CD and I don't know who brought it last time, so we may have a generator and videos, but nothing to play them on.

Hopefully aszaunmi will show up with a new banner.

The ADOT folks email says I should get more info in the next few days. I'll post details/times once it arrives.

We have received your application for the Loop 202 Santan Freeway Dedication. The cut-off date for applications is June 1, so you will be contacted by Evonne Aldana with more detailed information sometime during the period of June 3rd to June 5th.

Thank you so much for your participating in this great celebration!


On another note, I won't be able to bring my CJ afterall. Seems I broke more than the driveline u-joint last weekend...

http://aycu02.webshots.com/image/201/1315408583251646725_rs.jpg

I'll still likely show up with the family.

[SHNIPE]

I can bring my 19 inch tv but all i have for a dvd player is a PS2 and you know if i bring that then we wont be showing vids!

[aszaunmi]

I will bring the Banner. My rear axle seals started leaking again. As long as it doesn't get worse I will bring my XJ otherwise I will be driving my DD Car.

Andrew

[mingoglia]

I brought my TV/DVD/VHS combo last time. I can bring it again.

Mike

[SHNIPE]

http://aycu02.webshots.com/image/201/1315408583251646725_rs.jpg



Thats just silly! :eek:

[Wind_Danzer]

So two days away, anyone got any more info such as entrance for the displays and such?

[k7mto]

I called the ADOT contact and she said they will be sending the details out today. As soon as it shows up I'll update this thread and the calendar entry.

Again, per above carnage, I won't be there with my CJ so I likely won't show up until they open it to the public so whomever gets there first can secure however much space they think is necessary for the number or Jeeps planning on showing up.

[k7mto]

OK, here's the info from ADOT...

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(email from the ADOT rep...)
Attached is the long awaited Set-Up instructions and vendor map.
We have more than 200 vendors - I suggest you get there early to beat the rush.

If you have any questions, please call me today at the number below.
I will not be in the office on Tuesday and Wednesday - you can reach me on my cell at 602.206.5207.
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SUNSET ON THE SANTAN
FREEWAY PARTY
JUNE 7, 2006 @ 6:00 pm ? 9:00 pm

SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS FOR VENDORS


Wednesday, June 7
o Set-Up @ 12 Noon to 5:00 pm ONLY (this means you, Jamie ;) )
o Late vendors arriving after 5:00 pm will be required to use Val Vista Drive entrance and hand carry their items to their assigned space.

o Entrance for Vendors at Power Road westbound entrance ramp
o ONLY vendors and their volunteers will be allowed to use this entrance.
o Bring a copy of your application ? be sure to give a copy to your volunteers.

Click this link. Wait about 10 seconds, then you'll get a popup to save the target (.doc file) to your system.
Save it, print it, bring it with so they will let you down the ramp on the vendor side.

http://www.simplyoffroad.com/freeway.doc

o DPS will ask you for company name.

o Tables will be marked with your company name.
o Volunteers will be available to help you locate your assigned space.
o ADOT will provide plastic table covers ? if you do not need a table cover, please return cover that is on your table.

o Parking
o Vendors may park at your spot if there is sufficient space.
o Volunteers will have to park on the eastbound lanes ? entrance at Val Vista Drive.

o Vendors should have their displays/exhibits ready by 5:30 pm.

o Event starts at 6:00 pm ? Have Fun!

o End of Event
o Vendors may not move vehicles from their space until all pedestrians have vacated the westbound freeway lanes.
o DPS will not allow vehicles to move or exit until they give the ?all clear? ? anyone not abiding by this will receive a citation.
o This is for everyone?s safety.
o Vendors will exit at Val Vista Drive after the event..

More Information:

? Public Parking will be held on the eastbound lanes, public will enter at Val Vista Drive entrance ramp.

? ADOT does not provide generators, you will need to bring your own. There are no electrical outlets on the freeway.

? If you are bringing your own canopy/tent/shade, please be aware that stakes will NOT be allowed in the rubberized asphalt ? please use sand bags.

? There will be lots of free refreshments throughout the event; however, you are encouraged to bring extra water.

? Lighting ? the only lighting is the lights on the freeway, if you need more light you will need to bring your own.

? We are expecting approximately 10,000 ? 15,000 people at this event ? please be prepared for a very large crowd of people

? You will be responsible for clearing and cleaning your space of all unused items and trash after the event. Trash receptacles will be conveniently located for your use.

? Charging for any service or item at this event is prohibited and is enforced ? this includes raffles. This is FREE event to the public.

? Political campaigning of any kind is prohibited and enforced.

? Even though the event starts at 6:00 pm be prepared and ready for early birds.

? All Vendors are committed to stay for the entire event ? 6:00 pm ? 9:00 pm or when it?s all over. Reminder that vehicles will not be permitted to move through all the pedestrian traffic.

? I will NOT be in the office on Tuesday and Wednesday ? should you need to speak with me please call me on my cell at 602.206.5207.


http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=5998&stc=1&d=1149544122

[BRNZY]

Maybe its my computer, but the link is not working.

[Wind_Danzer]

Yea, yea, yea Matt.

BTW, linky no workie either. :(

[BRNZY]

It makes me happy to know that maybe my computer is not the POS I was thinking it might have been after all .... Well, maybe it still is. But I am relieved to know that in this case, it's the link.

[k7mto]

Weird, it worked earlier. Ok, email me at k7mto at cox dot net and I'll respond with the doc.

fwiw, I was going to try and upload it to the post but .pdf files aren't permitted. I could take a screen shot of it and paste it as an image...

[Wind_Danzer]

mail sent

[k7mto]

doc sent

I just sent the application doc to Mike Baney who was gracious enough to host on the Simply Offroad site...

http://simplyoffroad.com/freeway.doc

Be sure to patronize his business while your're there :)

[aszaunmi]

I am just going to stop by and drop off a banner for the group. I dont think I will be staying long. I have the GF and her kids with me that evening so we are going to wonder around and check everything else out.

[Wind_Danzer]

So do we have a tally of Jeeps and people staying for the whole thing?
Hand outs?
TV/VCR/DVD player?
Generator?

[k7mto]

I am just going to stop by and drop off a banner for the group. I dont think I will be staying long. I have the GF and her kids with me that evening so we are going to wonder around and check everything else out.


Thanks for stepping up and making a new banner!

To avoid getting stuck on the vendor side, you might want to wait until they open the public side at 6:00 and come in from Val Vista (just south of Pecos) and carry the banner over to the folks manning the booth. They can attach it between a couple of the Jeeps (someone might want to bring rope or bungees).

[Aaronon38s]

I'm new to this site (and AZ), but am interested in showing up. I would like to know if I can park in the freeway, or is it just for vendors. And what qualifies as vendors? Will AVJC have a spot for members?

[k7mto]

So do we have a tally of Jeeps and people staying for the whole thing?
Hand outs?
TV/VCR/DVD player?
Generator?

Count appears to be at least 5 or 6 rigs so far.
I think Mike is bringing his generator and TV/VCR (not sure)

I cc'd you on an email to Janine Pascua/BLM to see if they can provide more handouts, etc. If so, any chance you can stop by the same place again and pick them up?

[Wind_Danzer]

Possibly.... I do have Wednesday off but am stranded for the cable guy between 10am and 12pm. :rolleyes:

I forget where the place is too I went to, was it near the 101 and Deer Valley?

[k7mto]

I'm new to this site (and AZ), but am interested in showing up. I would like to know if I can park in the freeway, or is it just for vendors. And what qualifies as vendors? Will AVJC have a spot for members?

Parking for both vendors and the general public is on the freeway itself. Vendors park/display on the westbound lanes and the eastbound lanes are used for public parking.

We (AZVJC) are a vendor (although we aren't 'selling' anything). If you want to display your Jeep, you need to enter via the westbound ramp at Power Rd (per above) no later than 5:00. Once on the vendor/display side, you cannot leave until the event ends (at or after 9:00).

If you just want to show up as a spectator, you arrive no sooner than 6:00 and enter via the eastbound ramp at Val Vista and park on the eastbound lanes. Spectators can come and go as they please so no need to stay until 9:00.

Hope to see you there either way. Make sure you introduce yourself!

[k7mto]

Possibly.... I do have Wednesday off but am stranded for the cable guy between 10am and 12pm. :rolleyes:

I forget where the place is too I went to, was it near the 101 and Deer Valley?


Here's the address. I suppose it's the same place you went last time...

*** edit ***

This is the address from Tom Bickhaus' email signature. He's the guy who supplied the stuff
last time. If Janine has anything for us, we'll see what her address is. Not sure if she's in the
same place as Tom.

BLM Phoenix Field Office
21605 N. 7th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85027

[Aaronon38s]

Parking for both vendors and the general public is on the freeway itself. Vendors park/display on the westbound lanes and the eastbound lanes are used for public parking.

We (AZVJC) are a vendor (although we aren't 'selling' anything). If you want to display your Jeep, you need to enter via the westbound ramp at Power Rd (per above) no later than 5:00. Once on the vendor/display side, you cannot leave until the event ends (at or after 9:00).

If you just want to show up as a spectator, you arrive no sooner than 6:00 and enter via the eastbound ramp at Val Vista and park on the eastbound lanes. Spectators can come and go as they please so no need to stay until 9:00.

Hope to see you there either way. Make sure you introduce yourself!

Sweet. I should be able to make it barring any unforseeable events. I'll keep my eyes open for you. What time are we setting up?

[scully]

Sorry guys, but it doesn't look like I'll be able to make it. I got scheduled to work the late shift tomorrow.:mad:
Have fun & stay cool!

[Wind_Danzer]

Matt,

Still no word on the handouts. Just an FYI.

[mingoglia]

Does anyone want to meet me somewhere (In Gilbert) to pick up the TV/DVD/VHS? I forgot this was today and I'll be going to our datacenter today so there's no way I can get over there this afternoon. I'll be lucky if I can make it at all. I'll probably be able to show but it won't be until 7:30-8 probably...as a spectator of course.

I guess the first question should have been, does anyone actually have a DVD to watch?

[Wind_Danzer]

Ok, is everyone bailing? I do not have any handouts or DVD's really the best I can do is a peatsorb and pig pad demo like last time... :rolleyes:

I want to do this but I do not want to be the only one there answering questions on behalf of the club, especally if I do not have the hand outs to back up what I say.

[aszaunmi]

I will at minimum be dropping by the banner I promised. Below is a photo of the banner. It is pretty basic, however I think it will work since your other banner was lost. I may stay, its up in the air at this point.

Hope to see some of you later today, Andrew

[mingoglia]

Ok, is everyone bailing? I do not have any handouts or DVD's really the best I can do is a peatsorb and pig pad demo like last time... :rolleyes:

I want to do this but I do not want to be the only one there answering questions on behalf of the club, especally if I do not have the hand outs to back up what I say.

This one is just tough because it's in the middle of the week during the middle of the day and most here have 9-5 jobs.

[k7mto]

I never heard anything from the BLM lady either, so there may not be any handout material unless I still have leftovers from the last one. I'll check in the garage. I'll be coming down as a spectator around 6:00 (I doubt anyone wants to see my bone stock ZJ), possibly with kids in tow.

Regardless of whether or not we have handouts, I think making a showing, even if it's only a couple of Jeeps, is worthwhile. People are still interested in the Jeeps and hearing what we do. We don't have to preach Tread Lightly so much this time and can just answer folks question about Jeeps and offroading in general.

btw, the banner looks great. I'll look for whomever shows up when I get there.

[Wind_Danzer]

Bring the bone stock ZJ, it'll show we're just not all about modded vehicles.

As long as you show Matt, I'll be there. I just do not want to be the only one.

Nice banner BTW. :)

[k7mto]

Looking back through this thread, here's the list of folks who said they're going to be there as vendor/display and have not indicated otherwise...

Bob Jaques
Wind_Danzer
BRNZY
Aaron38
SHNIPE
HighlandRubicon

I sent a PM to each of those above for confirmation.

these two confirmed they can't make the display...

Scully
mingoglia

asazunmi said he'd bring the new banner and might make it as a vendor/display.

Tom Jacobson and I indicated we'd be there but as spectators.

So, even if I get hit by a truck and don't show, there should be plenty of folks there to keep you company. There may also be some who will show but didn't sign up here.

Again, don't forget to print/bring a copy of the application....

http://www.simplyoffroad.com/freeway.doc

[aszaunmi]

I will drop off the banner prob about 6. I am headed to 4 wheeler supply in a few minutes to drop off my XJ. Rear axle seals are leaking and they are still covered under warranty. Hope to get it back by sat so I can do crown king.... Any of you planning on going?

[Wind_Danzer]

I'm going to leave my place around 3:30 and should be there by 4:30 or 4:45.

I'm assuming I'll be the very first one there soooo...

Do I look for a table with our name on it?

BTW, I just got a T-Storm watch through this evening. Says there is a 30% chance of it happening along with some blowing dust.

[k7mto]

According to the event info...

o Tables will be marked with your company name.
o Volunteers will be available to help you locate your assigned space.

So yeah, you look for the table that says AZVJC on it. They will have the tables on their sides with signs so you can read them from you vehicle.

Sky looks clear and blue here right now (2-3 miles from event site). Hopefully it will stay that way.

[Wind_Danzer]

Cool, I'll keep my eyes out. :)

[aszaunmi]

I live in east mesa, if somebody wants to pick up the banner so you can have it when you get there to set up you are more than welcome to pick it up otherwise it will be about 6pm....

[d10shun]

Um, better bring you paper weights and umbrellas!

See you out there.

[k7mto]

Looks like it's going to blow over by the time they open to the public. It came from the south and there's clear blue sky right behind it.

[aszaunmi]

Good to see your display for the brief time I was able to see it. The Dust Devils Jeep club was a little further down the freeway too.

[d10shun]

Boo, no XJs. Just those four cheerleader jeeps! :D

[BRNZY]

Just an FYI, I have both banners in case anyone needs them. I figured I woyuld tell everyone so that there isn't any wonderingsas to who has them. Too bad we didn't have more participants. In any case, it was still nice. The weather cleared up to a pretty cool temp with a slight breeze. Pretty good display with 2 rigs on one! (that actually sounds kinda' kinky!!!!!!).

[Wind_Danzer]

My Jeep is always getting some action!!! :D

Post the pic I emailed on your phone to you. :p

I had a great time like usual and it was nice meeting the new and seeing some old faces. I have two boxes of hand outs for the next one or next event if anyone cares. :o

[k7mto]

Not the turnout we usually get, but a showing nonetheless.

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/2526/santan0606001600x4005kb.jpg

http://img139.imageshack.us/img139/7530/santan0606002600x4006gk.jpg

http://img139.imageshack.us/img139/4397/santan0606004600x4003dc.jpg

[kkhop]

Nice pictures Matt
Just wanted to say thanks to Wayne for meeting up with me today and passing the banner and hand outs down to us for the event did you hand out a few or just chase them around in the wind... I was down the road a little with the AZ Dust Devils but came and visited for a bit, I had a good time after the dust storms past, and the fire works were pretty cool at the end.
Kelly

[BRNZY]

Well lets just say as far as the hand-outs are concerned, the wind gave a whole new meaning to "flyers". We got a few people looking for some literature on our club specifically. Why do we not have any brochures? We could maybe get some made with pictures like the ones above, or even some trail pictures ... something. We could discuss how we get together and touch on things like the clean-ups that we do and why we do them.

[HighlandRubicon]

Matt, thanks for the pictures, wish we would have had more Jeeps with us. We had a good time, met some new members of the club and hopefully encouraged a few more to join, or at least look at the site.

[XJ Un-Limited]

I wish I could have been there to add an XJ to the scenery, but I had to work yesterday. At 7pm, I'm just halfway through my work day. Maybe the next freeway opening I'll make it.

[blackeyedt]

Sorry I missed it.. Didn't get home til about 4:30 and I knew there was no way to make it by 5.. My wife,and dog and I left the house about 6 and wound up parking at Val Vista and walking in... We went about 1-1/2 miles and still didn't see anything, except lots of people.. By this time I was carrying the dog.. At 8:15 we turned around and hiked out... Sorry I missed the show... The picture looks like the old banner... Did Wayne surface or is that the new one ?? Well, at least we got some excersize out of it,, Bob Jacques

[Aaronon38s]

Yeah, we got the new banner, but wasn't til after the pics from above. We had both of them up for display. I had a great time meeting new people. Can't wait to get out on the trails with y'all. And we can't have an event without some damage (my cooler was crushed on dismount of Jamie's Jeep..DOH!).

[d10shun]

Sorry I missed it.. Didn't get home til about 4:30 and I knew there was no way to make it by 5.. My wife,and dog and I left the house about 6 and wound up parking at Val Vista and walking in... We went about 1-1/2 miles and still didn't see anything, except lots of people.. By this time I was carrying the dog.. At 8:15 we turned around and hiked out... Sorry I missed the show... The picture looks like the old banner... Did Wayne surface or is that the new one ?? Well, at least we got some excersize out of it,, Bob Jacques


Yeah I parked at Val Vista too. I think I passed you walking out. You had a brownish dog (boxer?) and were talking to a family with a dog in a cart right? I walked all the way in to say hi to the guys at the booth and back. 6 miles or so. Damn, my blisters are killing me! BTW, membership is happening tonight or tomorrow morning.
Ben