(Hence the fireworks?)

http://metachat.org/index.php/2007/01/26/fireworks_display_on_lake_union_saturday

REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — To celebrate the
upcoming consumer release of the Windows Vista(TM) operating system, AMD
and Microsoft Corp. have launched “Vanishing Point,” the largest puzzle
game in the world. Although many clues have been disclosed online, parts of
the puzzle are being revealed at real-world events, including a first-ever
takeover of the Bellagio Hotel and Casino fountains, cryptic skywriting
messages, and projections appearing on iconic structures around the world.
These spectacular sights have driven millions of people to find out more,
with hopes of winning the grand prize: a trip to space. Today at 6 p.m.
PST, the final real-world event will reveal more clues through an amazing
spectacle: an incredible fireworks show at Seattle’s Gas Works Park.
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000822/MSFTLOGO )
“Vanishing Point” raises the stakes in online games with tougher
challenges, bigger rewards and events scheduled around the globe. Players
worldwide are competing for nearly a half-million dollars in prizes, and
the eventual winner will secure a ride to space courtesy of Rocketplane
Limited Inc.
“Vanishing Point” challenges players to work together to solve an
international game, drawing clues from spectacular events at various
locations to decipher online puzzles. The action hinges on the true
identity of the mysterious Microsoft Puzzle Master.
Representatives will be available on site to discuss the game, the
grand prize and the roles that Microsoft, Windows Vista and AMD play in the
game. Online conversations about “Vanishing Point” can be found at
http://www.technorati.com/search/vanishing+point+game . More information,
official rules and coverage of the offline events are available at
http://vanishingpointgame.com .

http://www.vanishingpointgame.com/

That was the best fireworks show I’ve seen in a long time. The finale was pure awesomeness.