[PeterM]

Thanks guys.
The spectra has now been done and its an energetic type2 supernova caught not long after the core collapse. It is of real scientific interest to the professionals and is brightening. The email BOSS received today from a Harvard astronomer is so encouraging ...noting "you guys are landing some great targets" and ending with "rock on" - really from a Harvard astronomer how cool are these guys.

So we have an Astrofest supernova. I suppose I can autograph images taken of this SN at Astrofest hehe, geez I am sounding like a wacker (that's wacker) - ok I have had a few CCs and Pepsi max.
Will it brighten enough to be a visual object in big scopes at Astrofest.. well maybe. We are just awaiting the official announcement from CBAT with its new name.