Chestnut Rau’s weekly round-up of upcoming SL events…
On Sunday May 31 AM Radio's very popular builds The Refuge and The Expansion will close. The evocative installations stayed open months longer than planned due to their enormous popularity and will be missed by many, including me. To celebrate the success of The Refuge and The Expansion, AM Radio, Wales Springs and Welsh Cove owner Alexandar Vargas and curator Callipygian Christensen will hold one last benefit at this location for Heifer International.
Join the party beginning at 3pm on Sunday May 31 and hear the hauntingly beautiful voice of ColeMarie Soleil, followed by the delicious guitar work of Joaquin Gustav at 4pm and end the afternoon by rocking out to the blues brought to you by the incredible KelvinBlue Oh at 5PM. In Wales Springs. [SLurl teleport at this link]
Also after the break: Attend a Fashion TV Show, Discuss Faith and Modern Medicine, Catch a Live Original Music Showcase at Freestar Bay and much more...
(All event times in SLT, "Second Life Time"-- i.e., Pacific Standard Time)
Thursday May 28
6PM - Virtually Speaking Features Daily Kos writers CS Kappler and David Waldman Live
Virtually Speaking is a regular public affairs program featuring in-depth conversations with opinion leaders, conducted in front of a live SL audience. CS Kappler will be a guest host this week and will interview David Waldman (aka Kagro X) who is a prolific contributor to the Daily Kos. He found Daily Kos in mid-2003 and has stuck around ever since.Waldman is non-practicing attorney, a former Capitol Hill aide and Hotline staff writer, you can read his thoughts here and of course on Daily Kos. Virtually Speaking is simulcast on BlogTalkRadio so you can listen to the show even if you can't make it to the studio. At InWorld Studios. [SLurl teleport at this link]
6PM - Komuso Tokugawa Live at Triumph Cove
Get up on your feet and shake off the workweek blues to the legendary sounds of SL cyborg blues man Komuso! Turn it up and Dance! In Triumph. [SLurl teleport at this link]
7PM Shandon Loring Tells Irish Fairy Tales and Legends.
Shandon will offer such stories as: "Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland", "Celtic Myth & Legend", "Celtic Wonder Tales", "Irish Fairy & Folk Tales", "Fairy Legends & Traditions", "Folklore of the Isle of Man", "Folk Tales of Brittany", etc. All stories are told in voice. In West of Ireland. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Friday May 29
1pm - NCI: New Resident Q&A at Euro Friendly Time
Dance, meet people, ask questions, and win prizes! Head on over to NCI South and bring your swimsuits! (If you don't have one, don't worry -- NCI has free suits). The friendly hosts will show you how to dance, how to get that box off your head, how to take pictures and more. Ask all the "dumb" newbie questions you've been too scared to ask. Everyone at NCI is friendly and fun loving. In Hamnida. [SLurl teleport at this link]
6PM - Duncan Bagley Introduces The Mists
A rare live event in The Mists of Nitida - Duncan is a real treat and this is a very special concert as he will sing, among other originals, his "Souls Dance" that was inspired by the Gwen Carillon sculpture that has been placed in The Mists. Find the stairs and make your way down the hill - enjoy the walk and discover a magical, mystical place. In Nitida. [SLurl teleport at this link]
7PM - USO Formal Dance with a Big Band
Slip on your tuxedo, military dress uniforms or lovely formal gowns (or just come as you are!) Join the fun as CODA! is turned into a USO. Big Band Music, played by Coda Cazalet will set the background for laughter, romance and remembrance. Everyone is welcome! In Julienne Straits. [SLurl teleport at this link]
8PM - Friday Night Live Music Party at the Pocket
Listen to ZeroOne Paz, Max Kleene, Ohmy Kidd, Pato Milo and Phoe Nix to help wash away the work week and slide into your weekend. In Fendhal. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Saturday May 30
7AM - Fashion Research Institute Graduate Fashion Show
The public is invited to a fashion show with work by the designers of the Vintage Marketplace design program, which is sponsored by the Fashion Research Institute. These designers have spent the last six months honing their skills under the guidance of FRI's CEO Shenlei Winkler. Designer's Misteria Loon, Xand Nagy, Jare Capalini, and Wollemia Sands will be showing two looks each on the FRI runway. In Shengri La. [SLurl teleport at this link]
11AM - Its Time for Giant Snail Races!
If you have been in SL for any length of time you have probably heard about the Giant Snail Races that have been held since the earliest days of our world. If not, its time you got in on the crazy antics. If you want to race contact Waelya Tenk who will help you through the Snail Orientation process. The course is simple enough that if you run through it once before the race you should be fine. Make sure you get there in time to register (10:30). In The Eternal. [SLurl teleport at this link]
Alazarin Mondrian and The Invisible Band! perform live a selection of original dynamic space rock music. Streaming a mix of progressive, experimental and alternative music to SL live from the UK, this hour of music is an alternative for those who's taste runs counter to the acoustic. In Vine. [SLurl teleport at this link]
5PM - Discussion about Faith and Healing
From the laying on of hands done by Christian televangelists, to the herb-based concoctions of New Age naturopaths, non-scientific approaches to physical healing abound. Does God (or Allah, or the Mother Godess, or the Great Spirit) heal today? Are most claims of healing simply the result of temporary placebo effects? And is homeopathy even worth its weight in water droplets? Come share your viewpoint faith, healing and modern medicine. In Ocean Estate. [SLurl teleport at this link]
7PM - Midnight - Freestar Bay Showcase Songwriter Pajama Party
Head over to Freestar Bay for the monthly Songwriter PJ party where you can hear some of your favorite performers. Each musician plays a short set of originals and shares a bit about the inspiration behind each song. This week the line up includes Vincent Merricks, Phemie Alcott, Dale Katscher, Andreus Gustafson, a duet by Euterpe Queller and Zen Revnik, Buckley Moonwall, and Lance Rembrandt. Get comfy and wear your PJs or pick up free Freestar Bay PJs at the party. In Freestar Bay Isle. [SLurl teleport at this link]
7PM - Arman Finesmith at Idle Rouge
ArmanFinesmith specializes in the ragtime blues and jazz repertoire of the 1920s and 30s. If you know what “Diddy Wa Diddy” means – and even if you don’t – you will love Finesmith’s syncopated fancy finger work, as he spreads early vintage blues and jazz tradition, from the French Quarter to the sims of Second Life. In Yeongheungdo. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Sunday May 31
10AM - SL Israel Opening of Israeli Entrepreneurial Spirit exhibition
In honor of Israel’s 61st birthday Second Life Israel will be opening an exhibit titled ‘The Israeli Entrepreneurial Spirit." The exhibit highlights 16 leading Israeli companies in the social, environmental, medical and technological fields. Each of these companies is making a difference in ways that better communities and the lives of people from around the world. The exhibit’s opening will feature technology expert and Metaverse Labs Founder Dr. Yesha Sivan as its guest of honor, who has consulted on technologies with many companies based in Israel and around the world. His field of expertise is the linking of second life and real life. Following Dr. Sivan’s address there will be a musical surprise for all attendees. In Israel. [SLurl teleport at this link]
1PM - Folklore Lecture _ Examples from Ireland and Scotland
Folklorist Afsenah Metaluna teaches about the rich and varied folklore of the British Isles. This month, will present one of the Irish Stories of the Children of Lir, and a Scottish Selkie Story. This event is sponsored by the Caledon Library and produced by Radio Riel. Those who can't join us in Tinyville are invited to tune in here. In Caledon Tanglewood. [SLurl teleport at this link]
6PM - The Copper Robot "Lindenpalooza"
Mitch Wagner, aka The Copper Robot, host a weekly show featuring conversations about technology, politics, Second Life, science fiction and more. This week The Copper Robot hosts "Lindenpalooza" during which he will talk to folks from Linden Lab about new polices on adult content, voice functionality and Linden projects intended to foster community such as he new Showcase and the Sixth SL Birthday Celebration.
Linden Lab's general counsel Marty Roberts and deputy general counsel Ken Dreifach (Marty Linden and Ken Linden) will be on hand to discuss adult content policies. Joe Miller (Joe Linden), VP Platform and Technology Development for Linden Lab, will talk about the state of voice Communications in Second Life. Finally, Catherine Smith (Catherine Linden), VP of Marketing Communications, will talk about the revised Showcase, sixth Second Life birthday and other efforts to build community.
Watch live at the Seaside Theater, watch live on the web or listen to the podcast on The Copper Robot website. In World2Worlds Island. [SLurl teleport at this link]
7PM - Karaoke Open Mic at The Key Note
The Key Note Karaoke Night is where all the cool kids hang out on Friday and Sunday nights from 7 to 9PM, but the door is always open! Head over, add some friends and throw yourself an impromptu karaoke party any old time! You will find a small intimate atmosphere, 150 listener stream, lyrics on demand search, and a tip jar for performers. (Photo credit: Superstar karaoke singer and resident cool kid, JellyBean Madison) In Raiski. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Monday June 1
6PM - Fabulous Fashion with Angie Mornington
Each week on Fabulous Fashion top designers are interviewed by Angie about their work in Second Life. This week Angie will interview the fabulously talented KatatOnik Pidgeon of *katat0nik.* Katat0nik describes her clothing as "Wearable art with a bit of lolita influence". The *katat0nik* line is colorful and unique -- I personally adore her clothes and own more than a few of her detailed and fun frocks. The Accessories segment of the show will feature Guest Stylist Achariya Maktoum who will show pieces from some of her favorite designers. Taping starts at 6pm, so arrive a few minutes early to grab a good seat. In Northport. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Tuesday June 2
Ongoing - "Strangers Also Dance" by Glyph Graves
One of my absolute favorite artists in SL is Glyph Graves and his new installation "Strangers Also Dance" is an absolute must see. Glyph combines an otherworldly narrative story with kinetic art in a totally immersive experience. The installation includes plants and animals that react physically and audibly to visitors as they make their way through the multiple levels of this sim sized work. As I explored the world Glyph has created I was reminded of the powerful impact art in a truly immersive space has on visitors. "Strangers Also Dance" is absolutely beautiful.
Make sure you have your sounds turned up and some time to spend wandering so that you can fully enjoy this installation. In IBM 2. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Wednesday June 3
6PM - Matthew Perreault at the Luxor Stage
Soothe your hump day worries by heading over to Circe Broome's Luxor Stage for an hour of unique and original songwriting from Matthew Perreault. In Laurel Arts Isle. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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These events and more can also be found on Chestnut's Choices Public Google Calendar.
Event Submission Guidelines:
1. Events for the coming week must be received by Tuesday Noon SLT.
2. Include all the relevant info; day, time, and especially the SLURL to the event location.
3. Please send related graphics such as screen shots or photo of the event site, if available.
4. Events with artistic, cultural, scientific, political, creative, and/or educational value preferred.
5. Events sponsored or promoted by real world corporations are welcome,
as long they serve and entertain the Second Life community, and/or
foster Resident-made content (live music, builds, scripting,
fashion, games, etc.) Events that merely promote the company or
organization's Second Life presence are not generally appropriate; you may instead consider advertising your event or service on New World Notes.
6. Mature-rated events are permissible, but listing descriptions should
be PG-13. Political and religious events are encouraged, though those
of an extreme or non-inclusive variety are rarely included.
7. Bonus consideration given to game-related or machinima events, and
for events with "I've never seen that in SL before!" value.
If you'd like an event to be considered, send the description and event information via email to Chestnut Rau at [email protected]. Or contact her in-world via IM.
I will miss The Refuge and Expansion. This sim is my favorite in SL.
Posted by: Mint | Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 10:03 AM
Always, always while I'm at work. Where's the overnight/Euro events?
Posted by: Oboreruhito Gabilondo | Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 09:21 PM
Oh that link that it goes to for this article :X
I never use that and I'm not going to update that website :X it's extremely outdated :X
just wanted you to know lol
Posted by: ColeMarie | Sunday, May 31, 2009 at 10:18 AM