Kayjay writes: Never in my wildest dreams would I have ever imagined myself holding an Oscar. Not that I won it mind you, but incredible non-the-less. [More]

Here are over 100 images from TORN’s recent gathering in LA. The majority are from the Oscar party itself, with a few from the pre-party the night before, and yet some random photos that may or may not interest the voyeur in you. Take a look! [More]

Darcy writes: The Seattle Symphony has recently announced its schedule for the 2003-2004 season. Included is an appearance of Howard Shore conducting the Seattle Symphony (with the Seattle Symphony Chorale) for “The Lord of the Rings Trilogy: A Symphony in Six Movements.” Also shown will be film clips from the trilogy. Performances are Saturday, July 17, 2004 at 2pm and 8pm. Tickets are priced $20-$55 and are available through the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office.

frodo’s girl writes: Te Papa is now selling a slew of the noble collection jewelry pieces. It is the first place in NZ where you can actually go down and see them. They have the Evenstar, the Elvish brooch, Nenya, The One Ring, and the Ring of Barahir, and more. [More]

Also, the exhibition has been extended again – this time until 21 April 2003.

Ringers based in and around Portland, Oregon should leap on this rare chance to see Sean Astin at a “once only” charity screening of the Two Towers and Sean’s short film The Long and Short of It. The catch is that the organisers are desperately trying to secure a larger venue for the screening. If (and only if!) you definitely think you can make it to this screening, here’s how you can help them. Thanks to Ringer Spy Orangeblossom and BitofEarth.net for the news. [More]