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Return of The One PartyIS THIS AN 'OFFICIAL' OSCAR OR NEW LINE CINEMA PARTY?
No. This is not an official Oscar or New Line Cinema party. "The Return of the One Party" came about when a group of dedicated TheOneRing.net fans in Los Angeles decided to hold an event to celebrate three things: The amazing success of our two previous Oscar(R) parties ('One Party to Rule Them All,' and 'Two Towers: One Party'), the eleven Oscar Nominations for Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, and their favorite website TheOneRing.net. This event has been completely organized by the fans and truly lives up to TheOneRing.net's motto "Forged by and For Fans of J.R.R. Tolkien."

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Return of The One PartyWHAT DOES THE COST OF THE PARTY INCLUDE?
The cost of the party is $125 per person. Included in the ticket price is a FREE buffet throughout the entire event (4:00pm - 1:00am), as well as FREE beverages to include Beer, Wine, Tea and Soft Drinks. The venue itself is larger, and with a smaller attendance, there will be more room to move around with ease. There will be plenty of Live Entertainment, especially after the Oscar broadcast is finished. Every attendee will also receive an exclusive gift bag at the end of the event. All proceeds from ticket sales are going to directly pay for the cost of the party. Any extra proceeds from the auction and raffles, will be used to purchase more bandwidth for TheOneRing.net, which is still desperately needed to survive the millions of fans hitting the website.

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Return of The One PartyHOW DO I BUY TICKETS?
Tickets ARE SOLD OUT.

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Return of The One PartyWILL THE STARS BE THERE?
We must be perfectly clear and say that no celebrity, cast or crew member have guaranteed their presence at our party. However, we hear through the grapevine, that because our party is the only Lord of the Rings celebration of the night, the possibility is high for some VIP appearances.

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Return of The One PartyIF A CELEBRITY SHOWS UP, CAN WE ASK FOR AUTOGRAPHS?
The Return of the One Party is meant to be just that, a party. Please do not ask any celebrities or VIPs for their autograph during the event. After all, if any celebrities do show up, they are there to relax and enjoy themselves, just like you and me. However, photography will be allowed, so feel free to bring your cameras to the event. Any attendee caught asking for autographs will be immediately removed from the party by security.

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Return of The One PartyCAN I BRING A VIDEO CAMERA?
Unfortunately ONLY still cameras will be allowed into the party. TheOneRing.net's TORn Digital crew will be there and we will have cameras throughout the event to record the festivities. If you arrive at the party with a video camera, you will be asked by security to put the camera in your car. If you do not, you will be removed from the party. Please note, digital cameras with limited video recording capabilities are allowed.

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Return of The One PartySO WHAT EXACTLY DOES "BLACK TIE AND POINTY EARS OPTIONAL" MEAN?
This is a Hollywood Oscar Party, and we would like for the fans attending to really get into the spirit by dressing up. Black Tie optional means that if you have a Tux, or an Evening Gown, wear it. (TheOneRing.net staff will be dressed to the max!) If you do not have that, go with the next best thing. This does not mean you should dress down at all. Security will not allow you into the party if you do not meet the dress code. You are also welcome to attend in costume, with limitations. Please review our strict costuming guidelines in our Costuming/Attire area. [Click Here]

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Return of The One PartyI'M COMING IN FROM OUT OF TOWN. WHERE CAN I STAY?
This year's venue is conveniently located adjacent to three major hotels. We have arranged discount rates at this hotels for fans who would like to be right next to the party. Unfortunately the three main hotels have sold out, but there is another Hotel we have made arrangements with. Please see our 'Food and Lodging' area for hotel details. Click Here

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Return of The One PartyHOW BIG IS THE VENUE?
The American Legion, post 43 can hold 1200 people comfortably. We initially only sold tickets for 700 people. But because of the intense demand for this party we have increased the number slightly. There will be plenty of room to move around. And just for your information, The Legion is a famous concert hall with several dance halls, gaming rooms and places to roam. Learn more about the venue on our 'Party Details' page. Click Here

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Return of The One PartyWHERE DO WE PARK? - UPDATED
For those of you staying at the local hotels, parking is available at the hotels themselves. For those of you not spending the night, parking will be at the Odin parking lot for the Hollywood Bowl. This lot is on Highland, between Odin and Camrose. The Camrose corner is just 100 meters or so from the American Legion Hall, so it's not as far as you might think looking at the map. Parking is at a premium in this neighborhood, but we have negotiated a deal for a reduced rate of just $8 per vehicle.

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Return of The One PartyDRIVING DIRECTIONS
Please note the street closures posted on the Academy's official website. These directions are just some suggested ways around the street closures. Look both at the map and the press release for the most current information. Also, please be advised that there will be no place to drop people off directly in front of the building. Highland does not have a parking lane or a bike lane, so stopping could get you rear ended.

http://www.oscars.org/closures/index.html
http://www.oscars.org/press/pressreleases/2004/04.02.05.a.html

If you are staying at one of the hotels on Highland, you should be able to just keep your car in the hotel parking lot, and walk to the party. You should also have very little trouble with the street closures on the days before the party. If you are at the Magic Castle motel, you are not really in walking distance unless you are wearing very comfortable shoes. I'd recommend a taxi in your case. It's still just three blocks or so, but they are long blocks in evening dresses and heels.

Follow the directions below only if you are driving to the party, or arriving at the hotel on the day of the party. Actually, these directions are just as good even if you are coming in on a different day.

FROM THE NORTH
The Southbound 101 exit at Highland MAY be closed on Sunday, Feb. 29, so here are directions using that offramp, and some alternatives for those coming from the North. If it's open, just Exit at the Highland offramp and continue South on Highland, getting in the left turn lane, turn onto Odin and then a quick right into the parking lot.

If the Highland exit is closed to Southbound traffic, exit the 101 at the Lankershim/Cahuenga exit (it will say it's the exit for Universal Studios), and turn left onto Cahuenga, heading South. That road parallels the 101 freeway, and you'll pass where the closed Highland exit is. At this point, you are now on Highland ave. Just follow signs that say you are heading towards the Hollywood Bowl, get in the left lane, turn onto Odin and park at that corner lot.

If you decide to pass up the exit near Universal Studios, pass the closed Highland exit and take the Vine st. Exit. You should be able to take a right onto Franklin, but if not, head down Vine and turn right on Yucca. Then turn right on Cahuenga and left onto Franklin. Franklin is the only street that will be open heading West on Sunday, Feb. 29. From Franklin, turn right onto Highland, and just after you pass the American Legion Hall, get ready to turn right into the Hollywood Bowl parking lot just after you pass Camrose.

FROM THE SOUTH
Exit the 101 Freeway at Sunset, and turn Left, heading West. Turn right onto Vine street and then left on Franklin, then Right on Highland. The Parking will be at the Hollywood Bowl, just North of the American Legion Hall. It's the lot on Highland, between Camrose and Odin.

If you feel like taking the Hollywood Bowl exit, you may take either the Cahuenga exit and turn Right, at the top of the hill, turn left on Odin, and then under the 101 freeway it's an immediate left into the parking lot. If you exit at Highland, it's a very sharp exit, slow to 15 miles and stay to the right, as you will actually swing around onto Odin, head under the 101 overpass and quickly turn left into the lot.

FROM THE WEST
If you are staying in the Beach Cities, you can take either the freeway or surface streets. Get onto the 10 Freeway heading East, and exit at Fairfax, turning left so that you are heading North. Take Fairfax all the way to either Sunset or Hollywood blvd. and turn Right, heading East. Then turn left on N. Fuller ave. up to Franklin and turn right, heading East again. Take Franklin to Highland blvd. and you will only be able to turn left, onto Highland, heading North. The American Legion Hall is on the left about a block up, go past it to the Hollywood Bowl parking lot, which will be on the right just after Camrose.

If you take surface streets, take Santa Monica Blvd. to Fairfax, turning left so that you head North. Repeat the steps above.

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Return of The One PartyTHIS PLACE IS BIG, IS THERE A SPECIAL ENTRANCE?
Yes, the private entrance to our party will be on Highland Ave, directly at the front gates of the American Legion. Look for ornate gates directly accessible from the sidewalk. There will also be a large Return of the One Party sign marking the entrance.

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Return of The One PartyWHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Besides yourself, please bring at least one of the following types of photo ID: Valid Government ID, Driver's License, Official State ID or Passport. These will be the ONLY forms of identification that will be accepted for admission into the party. Sorry, no Student IDs. Remember, if you do not bring one of these IDs to the party, you will not be allowed to enter.

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Return of The One PartyWILL THERE BE A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER?
Yes! There will be a professional photograper set up for couples and friends to take photographs. For only $25, you will get two 5"x7" photos along with 8 wallet sizes with a special Return of the One Party theme. Packages can be purchased at the TORn store and the photographs will be mailed to you after the party.

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Return of The One PartyAGE REQUIREMENT?
The party is open to fans who are 18 years or older. There will be no exceptions.

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Return of The One PartyWILL FOOD AND DRINK BE AVAILABLE? IS IT FREE?
Yes and Yes. A FREE buffet of food will be available throughout the night. Beer, soda, wine, coffee, and tea will be served throughout the night for FREE. For those of you who would like something a little harder, a full bar will be available to purchase drinks.

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Return of The One PartyARE WE ACTUALLY WATCHING THE OSCARS?
Yes. The main ballroom will have a theater sized large screen projection of the LIVE Academy Awards ceremony. There will also be several large screen TVs and multiple TV monitors throughout the club. The main ballroom seats 800 people.

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Return of The One PartyWHAT ELSE IS GOING ON?
Check our events section of this website for more information on other activities. [Click Here]

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Return of The One PartyDO YOU NEED VOLUNTEER HELP?
We will not need volunteer help for this year's event. However, that being said, keep checking the frontpage of TheOneRing.net and this oscar section for any possible changes to that, as a need might arise. You never know when we'll need folks to help out unexpectedly!

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Return of The One PartyFURTHER INFO
If you have other questions please contact us at oscarparty@theonering.net

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What is included in the cost?
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Will the Stars be there?
Can I get autographs?
Can I bring a Video Camera?
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How big is the Club?
Where do I park?
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What entrance should we use?
What do I need to bring?
Will there be a Photographer?
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Are we watching the Oscars?
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