[Lotr_announce] TheOneRing.net Newsletter (10/07/2004)

[Michael Regina (Xoanon)]

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TORN #228

July 10th, 2004

Here is the weekly newsletter! Enjoy!

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TORN Sibs Philanthropic Adventure!
WhiteAslan writes: TORn Discussion board members took it upon themselves to
personally thank PJ & company for giving us the Lord of the Rings film
trilogy. After much debate, it was decided that the best way to honor them
(and Professor Tolkien) would be to have trees planted in New Zealand. We
were able to raise the $1650NZD (approximately $1500USD) for the trees and
much more!
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1089401752

TORN Shirts Are Going Fast!
Our very own MrCere writes: TORnados, your chance to own our current styles
of TORn shirts is going fast. We will no longer be replenishing our stock of
our current styles of our "LOUSY" t-shirt and the "RETURN OF THE ONE PARTY"
shirts so as soon as they are gone, they are GONE, never to return
(probably). We get a lot of email requesting old styles of shirts and we
don't want to disappoint our fellow fans but it is unlikely that old styles
will return. NOW is the chance to get these shirts while supplies last.
Refunds will be issued for all orders than cannot be filled. New styles
will, hopefully, be announced soon. Thanks to all TORnados who have
supported TheOneRing.net with shirt purchases. Every shirt you have
purchases helps keep us on line.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1089401074

SHOP: Comic-Con Exclusive Smeagol Bust
Going to Comic-Con 2004 in San Diego? Do you collect Sideshow/Weta
Collectibles? Well, you only have a week to place your order for the
exclusive Smeagol Bust that can ONLY be picked up at the Sideshow/Weta Booth
(#2029).
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1089389682

Tyler Passes Out
>From IMDB: Pregnant actress Liv Tyler reportedly passed out on Saturday
while dining in a Massachusetts restaurant. The Lord Of The Rings beauty,
her husband Royston Langdon, actor Mark Wahlberg and his partner Rhea Durham
were socializing in The Pearl eatery on the Massachusetts island of
Nantucket, when Tyler fainted.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1089230188

Mouth of Sauron Revealed...Sorta
xtj writes: Just thought I’d drop a line and share this article at
action-figure.com about the release of the 'Gates of Mordor' gift pack,
which includes an exclusive Mouth of Sauron figure on his horse!! Just a
glimpse of what the scene might be like in the ROTK:EE
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1089164775

Boyd SFX Photo Shoot Images
Ian Berriman , Editorial Assistant for SFX Magazine writes: We've just put
up some behind-the-scenes snaps from a recent photoshoot with Billy Boyd on
our site, and I wondered if it's something you'd like to mention on your
site?
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1089135562

Comic-Con Press Release: 'RingersMoot'
What do you get when you mix a gaggle of Hobbits – a bevy of beautiful Elven
Ladies – a horde of stalwart Dwarves – and a menagerie of mortal Men? Add in
a couple of Orcish louts just for fun, sprinkle in some funny Kiwi accents,
then give them free reign in a fabulous San Diego club so they can all
relax, drink, and talk? Now just imagine what all this mischief will add up
to?
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1089124484

Boston Science Museum Prepares for Geek Invasion
Robert sends along these pictures of the Boston Science Museum's huge banner
they installed in preparation for their LOTR Exhibit opening this summer.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1088956967

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Palantir Visions (Things seen from beyond the front page)
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Coming Soon:
July 11th: Dominic Monaghan on VH1's "I Love the 90s."
July 13th: Lord of the Rings Symphony with THE PHILADELPHIA ORCHESTRA
July 14th: Voting beings for movies.com web awards

SHOP: TORn's Wardrobe Expansion

TheOneRing.net is pleased to announce it has two new t-shirts styles on sale
in several colors. The much requested "Don't Make Me Get My Ring" shirt is
finally on sale and due to demand, we have also made available a new
printing of "The Return of the One Party" shirts. But, that isn't all, there
are still a few more surprises.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/1/1080056936

Join us at the 'Hall of Fire'

It's here! After months of waiting, Ringers finally have the ROTK DVD in our
hot little hands. At last, the whole trilogy can be watched all at once!
What is your reaction to ROTK after all this time? Still the "greatest movie
ever!" or "a total disaster" or have your feelings mellowed over time? Does
ROTK deserve to be one of the most Oscar winning films of all time? And how
about those special features? Is it worth buying the theatrical release as
well as the extended edition? What things to do you notice when watching all
three movies together? Join us in The Hall of Fire as we explore these and
other issues surrounding the release of "The Return of the King" on DVD.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/2/1085605489

upcoming topics:

July 10-11 -- Magic in Middle Earth
July 17-18 -- Powerful Objects in Middle Earth’s History
July 24-25 -- Gandalf's Involvement with the Hobbits
August 7-8 -- Middle Earth’s Greatest Cities
August 14-15 -- The Hobbit: Chapter 11: On the Doorstep

Times:
Saturday Chat:
5:30pm ET (17:30)
[also 11:30pm (23:30) CET and 9:30am Sunday (09:30) AET]

Sunday Chat:
7:00 pm (19:00) CET
[also 1:00pm (13:00) ET and 5:00am (05:00) Monday morning AET]

ET = Eastern Time, USA's East Coast
CET = Central European Time, Central Europe
AET = Australian East Coast

Do you have a possible topic for Hall of Fire? Drop us a line at
halloffire@theonering.net

TORN's Own Book: The People's Guide to J.R.R. Tolkien

Cold Spring Press is pleased to announce its new book "The People's Guide to
J.R.R. Tolkien." This book of essays fills the void between the release of
the second and third Lord of the Rings movies. Passionate, ardent,
well-informed, and unlike any other book on the subject, this is an
indispensable handbook for people who consider themselves experts -- or who
wish to become experts -- on the lore of Middle-earth and the man who made
the myths.
http://www.theonering.net/perl/newsview/6/1046309473

Ongoing EXCLUSIVES from “Ringers: Lord of the Fans”

Get breaking news on TORn! As the “Ringers” team completes work on this
exciting project, you can follow post-production and get EXCLUSIVE
announcements of who is starring in the film! Ringers: Lord of the Fans is a
feature-length documentary that reveals the ongoing cultural phenomenon
created by The Lord of the Rings. Very funny and often moving, Ringers shows
the hidden power behind Tolkien’s books -- and how after 50 years a single
literary work continues to spark the minds and hearts of millions.
http://www.lordofthefans.net

ADVERTISE ON THEONERING.NET

TheOneRing.net is happy to announce we are finally 'selling' our own ad
space on all pages of TheOneRing.net. If you are interested in reaching the
largest audience of Tolkien fans online, visit our advertising page. No
campaign is too short and no business is too small to advertise.
http://www.theonering.net/theonering/ads.html

Do YOU Have Any Cool Contest Ideas?

We're always looking for interesting contests to have fun with all the LOTR
goodies we get everyday. Do you want to submit your ideas and see them come
to life?! Send along any ideas to gamgee@theonering.net and who knows! You
may just win a prize from a contest you invented!

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Scouring of the Site (Breakdown of our various sections)
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-Barlimans- is more than a place to get your mead! There is the Fun Section,
Regulars Map and Photo Gallery, and of course the gateway to our ever famous
MIRC Chatroom!
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-Gaming Havens- is keeping all you gamers up to date on the latest
RPG/Fantasy/Sci-Fi games out there. Check it out daily for gaming news.
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-The Official Peter Jackson Fanclub (TBHL)- The Lord of the Rings Director's
very own fanclub! Stop on by to learn more about the man, the myth, the
beard. If you are a Peter Jackson fan, then 'TBHL' is the place for you!
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-Green Books- Not to be confused with the Red Book of Westmarch, we are just
pilgrims on the Tolkien trail, exploring the history, people, and events of
all the ages of Middle-earth, the Blessed Realm, and the lands that lie
beneath the wave. Whether you need to know more about the Elvish languages,
find out what new editions of old favorites are coming to market, read
in-depth commentary on Tolkien's thematic elements, or peruse fan-submitted
original works or humor, Ostadan, Turgon, Quickbeam, Anwyn, and Tookish have
a little something for everyone. In addition, Green Books is home to the
overwhelmingly popular Questions & Answers. If you have a Tolkien question,
conundrum, wonderment, or puzzler, the Green Books staff will rise to your
challenge.
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-The Tolkien community- never looked so good! Come and check out our listing
of over 20 subsites hosted by TheOneRing.net! We've got everything from
Rolozo Tolkien, with almost EVERY Middle-earth image ever created, to our FX
section, devoted to the magic of motion picture special effects. As well as
a host of foreign language sites!
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-Our Tolkien Fan- section is just for you! From the site design to all the
stories and text is designed by you the fans of Tolkien and TheOneRing.net!
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-Shop.theonering.net- is THE place to find all your Tolkien items available
online! From Tolkien cards to weekly ebay items, you should keep clicking on
over to our shop section for all your Tolkien needs!
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That's all for now, keep clicking, have fun and keep sending in those
letters! We love to hear from you!

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