Overview of the July 4th V.I.P. Viewing Area:          

H                  The VIP Viewing Area provides access to prime space from which you can most fully enjoy the fireworks display on July 4th. Traditionally, this space - positioned along the perimeter of the fireworks setup field - has been reserved for the event's primary corporate sponsors; in 2001 we are expanding the area and making it available for the first time to the general public.

H                  The VIP Viewing Area Package includes VIP viewing area space for up to four individuals, and a VIP parking pass for one car.  It alleviates any concern you may traditionally have for being able to find a convenient parking space and an enjoyable viewing area on July 4th.  It is also a great opportunity to demonstrate your support for the event, and to contribute to the event financially.  Minimum donation for the VIP Package (includes four seating spaces) is $100.00; additional seating spaces require an additional donation of $25 each.

H                  Please note that you will still want to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets with you to the event; the VIP Viewing Area Package includes prime viewing space only -- and not access to any chairs or bleachers.  Also note that there is handicapped accessible parking available to anyone with a handicapped-parking permit.  There is no need to purchase a VIP package to gain access to handicapped parking.  

The primary benefits of the VIP Viewing Area include: 

H                  Located just a few hundred yards from the fireworks, the VIP Viewing Area provides a real “front row” viewing experience, exposing you to the sights, sounds, smells, and “feel” of the fireworks display. 

H                  The area is located across Curtain Road, along the edge of the field from which the display is shot. 

H                  Plenty of space is available for everyone to enjoy the show from their favorite lawn chair or picnic blanket, with no barriers to block their view of the display. 

H                  A single VIP Viewing Area package provides access for four (4) family members to the event’s VIP Viewing Area, and access for one (1) family vehicle to a prime parking space in the VIP Parking Area.

The total cost of attending the event as a member of the VIP Viewing Area include:

H                  A $100.00 Minimum “Contribution” to Central Pennsylvania July 4^th, Inc. 

­  Includes four (4) VIP Viewing Area passes to accommodate four (4) family members AND

            ­ Includes one (1) VIP Parking Area pass which provides one (1) family vehicle with complimentary access to a prime parking space

H                  Each additional family member can be accommodated for an additional contribution of $25.00 to Central Pennsylvania July 4^th, Inc.

H                  That’s an average of $25.00 per person – much less than any other family event of this proportion!            

H                  Individual parking passes may NOT be purchased separately in advance

To purchase passes to the VIP Viewing Area:                       

H                  The Bryce Jordan Center is the official ticketing outlet for the 4^th of July VIP Viewing Area. 

H                  VIP Viewing Area passes will be made available for sale through Tuesday, July 3^rd, 2001. 

H                  VIP Viewing Area passes may be obtained through the BJC’s traditional ticketing sales network(s), including their toll free phone number 1-800/863-3336 and locally at 814/865-5555; and through the official ticketing windows located outside The Bryce Jordan Center. 

H                  BJC will issue four (4) official VIP Viewing Area wristbands and one (1) official VIP Parking Area pass for each $100.00 contribution.  Additional VIP Viewing Area wristbands will be issued for additional contributions of $25.00. 

H                  Passes may be picked up at the BJC’s ticketing window through Tuesday, July 3^rd, 2001.  Those purchased prior to Tuesday, June 26^th, 2001 may be mailed out for an additional shipping/handling fee. 

H                  Each VIP Viewing Area wristband will admit one (1) person into the event’s VIP Viewing Area. 

H                  The parking pass will admit one (1) vehicle into preferred parking area(s) at the event, free of charge. 

For more information on the 4^th of July VIP Viewing Area: 

H                 The VIP Viewing Area will be promoted on 93.7FM, THE BUS (WBUS) 

H                  The VIP Viewing Area will be promoted in The Centre Daily Times, and through other media sources as they become available. 

H                  For specific questions or additional information, call 814/238-5334 or contact darin@fireone.com.