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DragonCon 2018 Parade
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foxleader
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which is why I said joking aside, hell the only way I could crash it is if I showed up in a d17 and had Adam in the back throwing out flyers for the group, or some other aircraft which would stay above the group at all times.
Sean Anwalt
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Just gonna pitch this out there again that we should create a pelican for the 405th.
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This thread is for Parade Sign Ups or for any questions about Parade organization, rules, or protocols. It is not the place for Off Topic posts. The more cluttered this thread is, the harder it is for Angela to organize and tabulate the list of registered marchers and for her to get information out concerning the Parade.
Further Off Topic comments will be deleted.
Further Off Topic comments will be deleted.
As Cadet has mentioned, this is staying open as long as I can keep it open. I said a few posts up that I would be keeping it open as long as I can and so far that stays the same. If I have to close it due to the parade requesting all unused wristbands I will lock this thread and post about it so there is no doubt. But please, if you want to march, you need to get your name in asap. I cannot guarantee this will stay open any longer so it could stay open until just before the parade or I may be required to shut it down in a couple of hours or anything between those two. Again though, I WILL make that clear in the thread so you don't need to wonder.
heckman15s
New Member
What day is the parade? I'll be there Sat and Sun for more first ever con
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Saturday morning, mustering usually around 8:30 AM in the Marriott before heading to the Staging Area.
You must have your Dragon Con pass in your possession at the time of the Parade in order to March as Dragon Con staffers check for both Parade Ribbons and Dragon Con passes before allowing people into the staging area for the Parade.
You must have your Dragon Con pass in your possession at the time of the Parade in order to March as Dragon Con staffers check for both Parade Ribbons and Dragon Con passes before allowing people into the staging area for the Parade.
heckman15s
New Member
I don't plan to march I won't be there that early. I'm driving in from Huntsville early Saturday.
moderndaymarc
Member
Hey guys, I JUST found out that I'll be able to attend dragon con this year.
I know it's late, but I'm wondering if there's any chance I can join in on the parade?
It was a blast the last three years I got the chance to participate, but I know rules are rules.
Please anyone let me know!!
I know it's late, but I'm wondering if there's any chance I can join in on the parade?
It was a blast the last three years I got the chance to participate, but I know rules are rules.
Please anyone let me know!!
UPDATE:
THE ONLY UPDATE IS THAT IT IS THE SAME AS HAS BEEN SAID A FEW TIMES NOW - THIS THREAD STAYS OPEN UNTIL I CLOSE IT. GET YOUR NAME ON ASAP BECAUSE IT WILL CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING IF I NEED TO CLOSE IT. IF YOU'VE PUT YOUR NAME IN THIS THREAD AND I HAVEN'T SPOKEN TO YOU, YOU ARE MARCHING.
THE ONLY UPDATE IS THAT IT IS THE SAME AS HAS BEEN SAID A FEW TIMES NOW - THIS THREAD STAYS OPEN UNTIL I CLOSE IT. GET YOUR NAME ON ASAP BECAUSE IT WILL CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING IF I NEED TO CLOSE IT. IF YOU'VE PUT YOUR NAME IN THIS THREAD AND I HAVEN'T SPOKEN TO YOU, YOU ARE MARCHING.
moderndaymarc
Member
Marc Nabke - Tucker, red vs blue. Midwest
aracknoid3
New Member
I’m planning to be there. Wasn’t sure before now. Still looking for a place to stay but I never lose hope. Can’t wait to see you all again
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aracknoid3 will also have a handler. Glad you can make it Ron. We are looking forward to seeing you again!
**Edit**: Handler is Phillip Shelton
**Edit**: Handler is Phillip Shelton
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Sithslayer78
Active Member
Awesome, thanks! I wasnt sure what the status was because apparently DCon has been super slow getting back to people and i didnt want to chance getting dropped off of the list. See yall soon!
We are really light this year folks so we still have several spots available for the parade and that will no longer change. They have closed the wait list and will not be asking for any more unused wristbands from us. Current list:
1. Angela Mash/FANGS
2. Cadet
3. Handler #1 - Eve
4. Allayna Kaltainen/BlazedStarbon
5. Carter/Calladar
6. Kassie/Kat
7. Savanna/ Noble 6
8. Barry Kiker/brkiker
9. Mark Pafford/crackhead09
10. Melissa Gilbert/accentkisses
11. Krystina Hernandez/LastLadySpartan
12. Joshua Kane
13. Dogface
14. Halo Kitty
15. Austin Buckhalter/Austin3991
16. Blaine/Blackblood
17. Michael Manus/mwmanus
18. Tyler/Steelwolf000
19. Clinton Bradley/obellist
20. Dakota Bothun/jetskigunner
21. Sean Bradley
22. Handler #2 Jennifer Bradley
23. Thomas Marshall/Spartan Warrior
24. Benjamin Marshall/MeasuringWriter
25. Christopher/Mullins Props
26. Melissa/Quinn R4 - medical handler for Mullins Props
27. Evolver79
28. Kyle Paul/Church
29. Trevor Marlin (with Calladar)
30. Bailey Sims (with Calladar)
31. Marc Nabke/moderndaymarc
32. Ron/aracknoid3
33. Phillip Shelton - medical handler for aracknoid3
34. Austin (child who troops with us each year)
35. Austin's parent
We have 15 remaining spots. UNSC will have approximately 20 members with us as well.
1. Angela Mash/FANGS
2. Cadet
3. Handler #1 - Eve
4. Allayna Kaltainen/BlazedStarbon
5. Carter/Calladar
6. Kassie/Kat
7. Savanna/ Noble 6
8. Barry Kiker/brkiker
9. Mark Pafford/crackhead09
10. Melissa Gilbert/accentkisses
11. Krystina Hernandez/LastLadySpartan
12. Joshua Kane
13. Dogface
14. Halo Kitty
15. Austin Buckhalter/Austin3991
16. Blaine/Blackblood
17. Michael Manus/mwmanus
18. Tyler/Steelwolf000
19. Clinton Bradley/obellist
20. Dakota Bothun/jetskigunner
21. Sean Bradley
22. Handler #2 Jennifer Bradley
23. Thomas Marshall/Spartan Warrior
24. Benjamin Marshall/MeasuringWriter
25. Christopher/Mullins Props
26. Melissa/Quinn R4 - medical handler for Mullins Props
27. Evolver79
28. Kyle Paul/Church
29. Trevor Marlin (with Calladar)
30. Bailey Sims (with Calladar)
31. Marc Nabke/moderndaymarc
32. Ron/aracknoid3
33. Phillip Shelton - medical handler for aracknoid3
34. Austin (child who troops with us each year)
35. Austin's parent
We have 15 remaining spots. UNSC will have approximately 20 members with us as well.
Alrighty....here comes the flood of information. Read it. Know it. There will be a test.
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STAGING ON PARADE MORNING, SATURDAY, 9/1
STAGING LOCATION: North Avenue Presbyterian Church at the intersection of Peachtree Street NE and North Avenue. The address is 607 Peachtree Street NE.
This location is approximately 8 blocks North of the Hyatt Regency’s front door. The North Avenue MARTA station within 1.5 blocks of the church.
We have arranged a special shuttle service loop to Staging. Pick up every 15 minutes at the Marriott Marquis (Courtland Street side) starting at 7:30 AM and continuing until the last shuttle departs at 9:30 AM. DO NOT BOARD ANY SHUTTLE LEAVING THE MARRIOTT AFTER THE 9:30 AM PICK UP. YOU WILL NOT ARRIVE AT STAGING ON TIME AND RISK LOSING YOUR PLACE IN THE PARADE.
TIME: Staging (line-up) 7:30 AM until 9:30 AM
The attached Participant Staging Map shows the approximate location of the parade section you've been assigned to. As people begin getting into place. sections tend to move further back. You can also locate your section by checking where the sections before and after yours are currently situated. If you are the first to arrive, you may be asked to hold a section name sign so others can find it.
Section Signs: These are meant for staging use only and should not be taken out on the route. Please do NOT leave the sign where your section was lining but rather hand it off to the parade team member collecting them as you leave to get onto the route at the Peachtree gate
IF YOU ARE WALKING IN THE PARADE: Plan on arriving by 9:00 AM and NO LATER THAN 9:30 AM. Parade team members will direct you to the location of your parade section. If you are the first in the section to arrive in the staging area, you may be asked to hold the place marker sign for that parade unit so others can find the section.
There are two staging entry points for participants at the parking lot gates, one on Peachtree Street and one on Courtland Street. Wristbands and badges are checked and must be visible when you enter.
The attached "2018 Participant Staging Map" will point you to the approximate location your section will be lining up in the staging area.
Once in the staging area, please follow the directions of the Parade team. One of us will tell you where you should stand (where your assigned parade section is being staged) if marching or where to park your parade vehicle (drivers, please stay with your vehicle). Dragon Con Security and the Atlanta PD are also on the ground to assist.
It's noisy and often hard to hear what's being said while we're staging and then moving the parade out. We sometime yell telling you to "move!" or something similar. Please be assured we aren't yelling because we're rude or cranky or angry...it's just so you can hear us, especially when there’s a sense of urgency and something needs to happen quickly. We love, appreciate and value the safety of you all, honest!
Once your parade section has been called, any vehicles assigned to your section will be integrated into your section on the street as we launch.
FACILITIES & AMENITIES in Staging: Porta-potties are located to the left of the participant entrance from Peachtree Street. Please make sure you tidy up after you use one.
The Boy Scouts are providing bottled water in the staging area and at the end of the parade route. Please take only ONE bottle of water to ensure all parade participants can have some water. If possible, bring your own or have a supply waiting for you at the end of the parade.
Please be aware of and appreciate that the church graciously allows us to use their property each year. Take time to make sure you do not leave any personal belongings, trash or other discarded items behind. There are several trash cans in the parking lot - find one of them and use it, please!
********************
THE PARADE
START TIME: 10:00 AM
The route is a little over one mile long. There is a slight incline on Peachtree Street. There is one downhill on Andrew Young International Blvd. The parade ends at the Marriott Marquis on Peachtree Center Avenue.
The CW Atlanta and DCTV are broadcasting us live! Be yourself, do what you’ve always done that makes the parade so incredible. More information regarding these broadcasts is attached.
At the end of the parade route, marchers will be directed into the Marriott via the front driveway and vehicles will be directed to continue on Peachtree Center Avenue.
Do NOT stop in the block in front of the Marriott, please. Parade vehicles can proceed to the next block where they can temporarily park to offload or tear down, if needed. If you do not need to change anything on your vehicles, please continue on Peachtree Center and follow the directions of the APD as they move you out of the area.
The parade is usually over - last person in the parade arrives at the Marriott between 11:30 & 11:45 AM. Depending on where your parade section is in the line-up, you should get there between 10:30 and 11:30 AM.
Please do not designate the end of the parade area as a meet-up spot for friends. It’s crowded and crazy and we’re trying to get literally thousands of parade participants through the area and off the street.
********************
Our GUIDELINES are attached to this mail. Please take a moment to read through them.
Most important to remember:
You MUST be a member of Dragon Con to participate in the parade. Badges and wristbands must be worn and visible on parade morning. (Some exceptions may apply and have been approved prior to the convention.)
NO ADVERTISING AND/OR PROMOTION of commercial enterprises is permitted in the parade without prior and express written approval from Dragon Con Senior Management.
WEAPONS as part of your costume must be peace-bonded by Dragon Con Security BEFORE the parade.
REMEMBER YOUR AUDIENCE - we represent everything that is wonderful about Dragon Con. The crowds that watch and enjoy the parade are filled with children waiting for a glimpse of their favorite characters and heroes. We are the very public face of Dragon Con. Please don’t do or say anything that reflects poorly on yourself or the convention.
We are a POLITICS-FREE ZONE. No campaigning or protesting or demonstrating - 'real life' political or social issues - is allowed.
Dragon Con reserves the right to remove anyone and anything from the parade, at any time and without prior notice, deemed offensive, dangerous or otherwise inappropriate for the event.
HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!
THANKS TO ALL OF YOU for making this year very special once again - SEE YOU AT CON!!!!
JP
Director, Dragon Con
Attachments: 2018 Parade Guidelines, 2018 Staging - How to Get to Staging, Dragon Con Parade Broadcast Information, 2018 Participant Staging Area Map, 2018 Route Map, 2018 Parade Shuttle Route Map
********************
STAGING ON PARADE MORNING, SATURDAY, 9/1
STAGING LOCATION: North Avenue Presbyterian Church at the intersection of Peachtree Street NE and North Avenue. The address is 607 Peachtree Street NE.
This location is approximately 8 blocks North of the Hyatt Regency’s front door. The North Avenue MARTA station within 1.5 blocks of the church.
We have arranged a special shuttle service loop to Staging. Pick up every 15 minutes at the Marriott Marquis (Courtland Street side) starting at 7:30 AM and continuing until the last shuttle departs at 9:30 AM. DO NOT BOARD ANY SHUTTLE LEAVING THE MARRIOTT AFTER THE 9:30 AM PICK UP. YOU WILL NOT ARRIVE AT STAGING ON TIME AND RISK LOSING YOUR PLACE IN THE PARADE.
TIME: Staging (line-up) 7:30 AM until 9:30 AM
The attached Participant Staging Map shows the approximate location of the parade section you've been assigned to. As people begin getting into place. sections tend to move further back. You can also locate your section by checking where the sections before and after yours are currently situated. If you are the first to arrive, you may be asked to hold a section name sign so others can find it.
Section Signs: These are meant for staging use only and should not be taken out on the route. Please do NOT leave the sign where your section was lining but rather hand it off to the parade team member collecting them as you leave to get onto the route at the Peachtree gate
IF YOU ARE WALKING IN THE PARADE: Plan on arriving by 9:00 AM and NO LATER THAN 9:30 AM. Parade team members will direct you to the location of your parade section. If you are the first in the section to arrive in the staging area, you may be asked to hold the place marker sign for that parade unit so others can find the section.
There are two staging entry points for participants at the parking lot gates, one on Peachtree Street and one on Courtland Street. Wristbands and badges are checked and must be visible when you enter.
The attached "2018 Participant Staging Map" will point you to the approximate location your section will be lining up in the staging area.
Once in the staging area, please follow the directions of the Parade team. One of us will tell you where you should stand (where your assigned parade section is being staged) if marching or where to park your parade vehicle (drivers, please stay with your vehicle). Dragon Con Security and the Atlanta PD are also on the ground to assist.
It's noisy and often hard to hear what's being said while we're staging and then moving the parade out. We sometime yell telling you to "move!" or something similar. Please be assured we aren't yelling because we're rude or cranky or angry...it's just so you can hear us, especially when there’s a sense of urgency and something needs to happen quickly. We love, appreciate and value the safety of you all, honest!
Once your parade section has been called, any vehicles assigned to your section will be integrated into your section on the street as we launch.
FACILITIES & AMENITIES in Staging: Porta-potties are located to the left of the participant entrance from Peachtree Street. Please make sure you tidy up after you use one.
The Boy Scouts are providing bottled water in the staging area and at the end of the parade route. Please take only ONE bottle of water to ensure all parade participants can have some water. If possible, bring your own or have a supply waiting for you at the end of the parade.
Please be aware of and appreciate that the church graciously allows us to use their property each year. Take time to make sure you do not leave any personal belongings, trash or other discarded items behind. There are several trash cans in the parking lot - find one of them and use it, please!
********************
THE PARADE
START TIME: 10:00 AM
The route is a little over one mile long. There is a slight incline on Peachtree Street. There is one downhill on Andrew Young International Blvd. The parade ends at the Marriott Marquis on Peachtree Center Avenue.
The CW Atlanta and DCTV are broadcasting us live! Be yourself, do what you’ve always done that makes the parade so incredible. More information regarding these broadcasts is attached.
At the end of the parade route, marchers will be directed into the Marriott via the front driveway and vehicles will be directed to continue on Peachtree Center Avenue.
Do NOT stop in the block in front of the Marriott, please. Parade vehicles can proceed to the next block where they can temporarily park to offload or tear down, if needed. If you do not need to change anything on your vehicles, please continue on Peachtree Center and follow the directions of the APD as they move you out of the area.
The parade is usually over - last person in the parade arrives at the Marriott between 11:30 & 11:45 AM. Depending on where your parade section is in the line-up, you should get there between 10:30 and 11:30 AM.
Please do not designate the end of the parade area as a meet-up spot for friends. It’s crowded and crazy and we’re trying to get literally thousands of parade participants through the area and off the street.
********************
Our GUIDELINES are attached to this mail. Please take a moment to read through them.
Most important to remember:
You MUST be a member of Dragon Con to participate in the parade. Badges and wristbands must be worn and visible on parade morning. (Some exceptions may apply and have been approved prior to the convention.)
NO ADVERTISING AND/OR PROMOTION of commercial enterprises is permitted in the parade without prior and express written approval from Dragon Con Senior Management.
WEAPONS as part of your costume must be peace-bonded by Dragon Con Security BEFORE the parade.
REMEMBER YOUR AUDIENCE - we represent everything that is wonderful about Dragon Con. The crowds that watch and enjoy the parade are filled with children waiting for a glimpse of their favorite characters and heroes. We are the very public face of Dragon Con. Please don’t do or say anything that reflects poorly on yourself or the convention.
We are a POLITICS-FREE ZONE. No campaigning or protesting or demonstrating - 'real life' political or social issues - is allowed.
Dragon Con reserves the right to remove anyone and anything from the parade, at any time and without prior notice, deemed offensive, dangerous or otherwise inappropriate for the event.
HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!
THANKS TO ALL OF YOU for making this year very special once again - SEE YOU AT CON!!!!
JP
Director, Dragon Con
Attachments: 2018 Parade Guidelines, 2018 Staging - How to Get to Staging, Dragon Con Parade Broadcast Information, 2018 Participant Staging Area Map, 2018 Route Map, 2018 Parade Shuttle Route Map
IMPORTANT Guidelines and Reminders for Everyone Involved With the Dragon Con Parade
1. You MUST be a member of Dragon Con to participate in the parade. Convention badges must be worn and visible on parade morning along with parade participant wristbands. With proper ID, we will honor the pre-sales. post card as if it were a badge if you have not had the opportunity to pick up your badge before parade morning.
2. Advertising and/or promotion of any type of commercial entities is strictly prohibited in the parade unless approved by Dragon Con Senior Management prior to the parade. A sponsorship agreement must be in place. This prohibition extends to any “street teams” that might be working the parade spectators.
Banners and flags are welcomed in the parade as long as they do not contain advertising or promotional information such as commercial company logos, web sites, addresses, phone numbers, etc. This includes information regarding other fan conventions as well.
Fan organizations/groups, clubs, DC programming tracks, etc. are exempted from this and encouraged to carry to their banners.
3. The Dragon Con Parade is a politics-free zone and not the appropriate venue for political actions or activities that impact our everyday lives outside of Dragon Con.
4. Non-working or prop weapons (as part of your costume) are OK. Any weapon carried at Dragon Con, including in the parade, must be approved and peace bonded by Dragon Con Security. Please take care of this BEFORE Parade morning to avoid potential confiscation of questionable items. The Atlanta PD and Dragon Con Security escort the parade and may make swift response to any action they deem inappropriate or threatening to the public. Think about how you brandish your weapon.
5. No flash pots, explosive devices, fireworks, loaded devices of any kind, or use of open flames. Absolutely not allowed, period.
6. Photography and videography by participants is always welcome as long as the progress of the parade is not hindered while you take your shots. Participant use of DRONES for filming the parade is prohibited for your and the spectators’ safety.
6. Small throws/tosses (candy, beads, stickers, coins for instance) are permitted as long as do not cause street litter and are placed directly into the hands of the recipients. No random tossing, flinging or otherwise launching into the crowd.
7. Fliers/flyer, coupons and/or leaflets, business cards, etc. distribution is NOT permitted under any circumstances. This prohibition extends to any “street teams” that might be working the parade spectators.
8. We are rated PG/PG-13. Remember the parade is held on city streets - public safety and decency laws will apply. Watching the parade is open to the public, small children and other impressionable beings will be along the route. Additionally street/everyday clothing, unless it's identifiable with a character, isn't appropriate for the parade. We are a costumed event. Please choose your costume wisely.
9. Children 14 years of age and under participating in the parade must be accompanied by an adult.
10. At this time, live animals are prohibited from the parade with the exception of service animals and selected Dragon Con sponsors.
11. Use common sense and show courtesy for all involved with the parade.
12. Show up on time and be patient during staging/line-up. Be ready to move into place when your parade section is called on deck.
13. Prepare yourself for the weather (bring water, don’t forget sunscreen, etc.).
14. If you have a question about whether or not something will be allowed - ask beforehand!! Contact us at dc_parade@dragoncon.org.
15. Have fun! Have fun! Have Fun!
We reserve the right to remove any person(s), vehicle(s), or prop(s) (including banners, flags or signs, and weapons) from the parade that is considered offensive, potentially dangerous or otherwise inappropriate, or that do not comply with the above stated guidelines for the event , at any time and without prior warning.
1. You MUST be a member of Dragon Con to participate in the parade. Convention badges must be worn and visible on parade morning along with parade participant wristbands. With proper ID, we will honor the pre-sales. post card as if it were a badge if you have not had the opportunity to pick up your badge before parade morning.
2. Advertising and/or promotion of any type of commercial entities is strictly prohibited in the parade unless approved by Dragon Con Senior Management prior to the parade. A sponsorship agreement must be in place. This prohibition extends to any “street teams” that might be working the parade spectators.
Banners and flags are welcomed in the parade as long as they do not contain advertising or promotional information such as commercial company logos, web sites, addresses, phone numbers, etc. This includes information regarding other fan conventions as well.
Fan organizations/groups, clubs, DC programming tracks, etc. are exempted from this and encouraged to carry to their banners.
3. The Dragon Con Parade is a politics-free zone and not the appropriate venue for political actions or activities that impact our everyday lives outside of Dragon Con.
4. Non-working or prop weapons (as part of your costume) are OK. Any weapon carried at Dragon Con, including in the parade, must be approved and peace bonded by Dragon Con Security. Please take care of this BEFORE Parade morning to avoid potential confiscation of questionable items. The Atlanta PD and Dragon Con Security escort the parade and may make swift response to any action they deem inappropriate or threatening to the public. Think about how you brandish your weapon.
5. No flash pots, explosive devices, fireworks, loaded devices of any kind, or use of open flames. Absolutely not allowed, period.
6. Photography and videography by participants is always welcome as long as the progress of the parade is not hindered while you take your shots. Participant use of DRONES for filming the parade is prohibited for your and the spectators’ safety.
6. Small throws/tosses (candy, beads, stickers, coins for instance) are permitted as long as do not cause street litter and are placed directly into the hands of the recipients. No random tossing, flinging or otherwise launching into the crowd.
7. Fliers/flyer, coupons and/or leaflets, business cards, etc. distribution is NOT permitted under any circumstances. This prohibition extends to any “street teams” that might be working the parade spectators.
8. We are rated PG/PG-13. Remember the parade is held on city streets - public safety and decency laws will apply. Watching the parade is open to the public, small children and other impressionable beings will be along the route. Additionally street/everyday clothing, unless it's identifiable with a character, isn't appropriate for the parade. We are a costumed event. Please choose your costume wisely.
9. Children 14 years of age and under participating in the parade must be accompanied by an adult.
10. At this time, live animals are prohibited from the parade with the exception of service animals and selected Dragon Con sponsors.
11. Use common sense and show courtesy for all involved with the parade.
12. Show up on time and be patient during staging/line-up. Be ready to move into place when your parade section is called on deck.
13. Prepare yourself for the weather (bring water, don’t forget sunscreen, etc.).
14. If you have a question about whether or not something will be allowed - ask beforehand!! Contact us at dc_parade@dragoncon.org.
15. Have fun! Have fun! Have Fun!
We reserve the right to remove any person(s), vehicle(s), or prop(s) (including banners, flags or signs, and weapons) from the parade that is considered offensive, potentially dangerous or otherwise inappropriate, or that do not comply with the above stated guidelines for the event , at any time and without prior warning.
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