Arts & Entertainment

Last-Minute Ideas to Celebrate Oscars

It's today and you have nothing planned. But maybe it's not too late to throw a mini-party with a friend or two, or see a matinee of a best picture nominee.

It's Hollywood's big day, and there's still time to turn it into something fun for yourself.Β 

Don't we all need a little diversion from the heavy economic debates going on?

Maybe you can go to a matinee today of one of these 10 Best Picture nominees. Or maybe you could stop by your local deli (listed here), invite a friend or two over and throw a mini-Oscar party. Or, if you're arts and craftsy, you could spend more time and make fancy decorations. (or save time and use these free printable items)

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Here is an ABC video withΒ inexpensive ideas for an Oscar party. At the 2:44 mark are fun take-offs on decorating for The Social Network, including "tagging" your drinks.

And here are the show times for Best Picture nominees playing today at the in Brookfield:Β 

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  • The King's Speech: 12:30, 3:30, 6:40, 9:40
  • True Grit: 12:45, 4:05, 6:55, 9:40

The Ridge Cinema in New Berlin also is showing:

  • Black Swan: 1:15, 2:45, 5:10, 7:35 and 10

If you love Black Swan, you might want to follow up Monday by enrolling in ballet. Brookfield has two dance studios right in your backyard: the and . Just don't go all Natalie Portman in the dressing room.


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