Neighborhood Oscar Parties

The two that I know about which look fun are the following:

• Reel Grrls (a nonprofit whose goal is to empower young women through film) hosts an Oscar party at Central Cinema - featuring gourmet dining, champagne, film trivia, awards (including best Dressed) and a celebration of women in film both in Hollywood and here at home. Doors open at 4:00pm. Red carpet attire.

• If you're not up to dressing up, then you may prefer the Bottleneck Lounge - where they've cooked up a Red Carpet Special (a glass of Segura Viudas Brut Cava paired with a smoked salt caramel by Fran's Chocolates) - coverage begins at 5 pm