Here’s a quick recap of what went down as the G-20 summit opened:

• Downtown roads began to shut down at 8 p.m. on Wednesday night, throughout the night, additional closures went into affect and barricades were erected
• The Golden Triangle was shut down to motorists, although cyclists, walkers and certain vehicles were able to enter
• Various protests were marked throughout the day, including a Free Tibet rally
• Protesters squared off with police in Lawrenceville as well as Oakland.  At this time, the police are still working in Oakland.
• President Obama arrived at the 911′th and he and the First Lady welcomed the dignitaries to the opening reception at Phipps later this evening
• Spouses left to go to the Heinz farm and the meetings will continue tomorrow morning

More thoughts, reactions, recaps and pictures tomorrow.  Be safe tonight.