Grammar - Future tenses cont.
Going to
I bought eggs, butter, flour and milk. We're going to bake some pancakes for supper this evening. (planned, preparations have been made)
Look at these clouds: it's going to rain soon! (prediction based on evidence)
Shall
Shall I/we pick you up tonight? (questions We/I)
Present Continuous (Appointment/Diary - between now-week)
We are meeting Hillary for supper tonight.
She's throwing a party next Friday.
Are you joining us later this evening?