Chestnut Rau’s weekly round-up of upcoming SL events…
Glyph Graves is one of my favorite SL artists. If anyone's can be called a "Virtualist" he can. Glyph's work reacts to people who view it. It morphs from one form to another. It pulses with light and sound and feels as if it is actually alive. I sincerely love experiencing his art and I think you will too.
Please do check out Liquidity which is Glyph Graves' two part exhibit running now through June 7th. On the ground you will find a landscape to explore. To get the most out of this experience you do have to walk around because things are not as they appear at first glance. Sculpture is hidden and often separate entities will come together to form a sculpture when you come close.
The second part of the exhibit is the Real Life to Second Life project Glyph has done in collaboration with Julian Stadon from Curtin University, WA, Australia. Using digital microscopy Julian captures the movement of a colony of protozoa in a petri dish and converts it into a set of coordinates which is streamed into SL. Glyph pics up this data and transforms it into virtual art .Grab the notecard at the landing point for more information about this innovative and interesting project. In IBM Exhibit C. [SLurl teleport at this link]
Also after the break: Visit China Tang Empire Opening , AvatarStyle 60's Mod Cocktail Party, Wounded Warrior Memorial Day Concerts and much more
(All event times in SLT, "Second Life Time"-- i.e., Pacific Standard)
Thursday 5/27
5pm - Patrick LaSalle and Beth Odets Live at the Scandalous Stump
When live musicians Patrick LaSalle and Beth Odets play together you are guaranteed to hear rock tunes tinged with a little country and a whole lot of laughter. I simply adore the fun atmosphere and great music when these two get together and I think you will too. See you there! In Impish Felicity. [SLurl teleport at this link]
6pm - Virtual Artist Alliance Haiku Speed Build
Every 2 weeks the Virtual Artist Alliance has a speed building contest which uses haiku for inspriation. The haiku will be revealed right before the contest begins and each contestant has 50 minutes to create a sculpture that best exemplifies the poem. There is a 50 prim limit and fifteen or so building pads are available on a first come, first serve basis. Come build or watch the fun. IN Afar. [SLurl teleport at this link]
6pm - Virtually Speaking Presents Anya Kamenetz
Virtually Speaking Host Jay Ackroyd talks Anya Kamenetz, a staff writer for Fast Company, who covers technology, design, sustainability and social entrepreneurship. In 2005, the Village Voice nominated her for a Pulitzer Prize for the feature series and column Generation Debt which became a book in 2006. Her new book, DIY U: Edupunks, Edupreneurs, and the Coming Transformation of Higher Education, is about how technology and individual choice can tackle the cost, quality, and access to in higher education Anya blogs at DIYUbook.com, Fastcompany.com and the HuffingtonPost.com. She will speak tonight in Virtually Speaking. The talk will be simulcast here or come inworld. In Virtually Speaking. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Friday 5/28
3pm - Oxbridge Scripting Office Hour
Bring your toughest LSL problems to this free-form scripting clinic for individualized help from master Code Poet, Z. Wormser, and your fellow scripting students. This class will be held at the Caledon Oxbridge Lecture Hall, between the "Cathedral" and the "Hall of Avatar Motion". Please contact ZenMondo Wormser with questions about this class. In Caledeon Oxbridge. [SLurl teleport at this link]
4pm - Rage Citron Live Industrial Music
Rage Citron, lead singer/songwriter for the rl band Deliberate Lies, brings a unique blend of noise and emotion to Second Life. With creative genre blending, intense, guttural vocals, and a flair for the unexpected, Rage gives serious music lovers something to write home about. In DeCheau. [SLurl teleport at this link]
5pm - Author Jay B Cox reads from "Memoir of a Mind Toy"
Join author Jay B. Cox (SL Harvey Lurra) as he reads from his book 'Memoir Of A Mind Toy'. Wanda the robot wants to be human, but Life and Machine do not mix. The protagonist of this story Robot RHR14 tells her own life story to a weak dying elderly man who happens to be the long lost child of Tina Gordon, who was her last owner many years ago. Robotic Human Replicators main programming purpose is to mimic humanity, but there are many unattainable goals with which the robot must come to terms. In Book Island. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Saturday 5/29
9am - Ancient Geometry Class
ik Goff teaches about ancient geometry and how it was used by builders. If you would like to understand how ancient buildings were made and why, this class is for you. The class will be held in the auditorium in the garden. Follow the sign to the Edutopia training facility. IM Erik for a teleport if you need one. In Muk. [SLurl teleport at this link]
1pm - AvatarStyle Launch Cocktail Party
This is the official launch party for AvatarStyle.net. Mod ever, Mod forever! Iron your suit, polish your go-go boots, dust off your Vespa and come to The AvatarStyle Rooftop Lounge. 1960s London or NYC attire requested. In Creators Art. [SLurl teleport at this link]
2pm - Live Alternative Dream Rock at the Bottom Line Cabaret
This duo from spain play LIVE music - no loops, no backfill, nothing artificial. Just cool grooves from pupito's guitar to lakua's rocking drums and haunting vocals. This pair evokes comparisons to Beach House, Trespassers William, High Places and even elements of Silversun Pickups and School of Seven Bells. In Pando. [SLurl teleport at this link]
3pm - China Tang Empire Opening
China Tang Empire is a lovely sim built by Valor Renilo and his team who contracted architect ryusho Ort and Cayenne Republic as the builder and landscaper. The build is intended to be a realistic representation of the architecture, landscape and art of the Tang Dynasty. I shared some images of this beautiful place on my personal blog a few days ago so check it out here.Today there will be a sim opening party with music by Andreas Gustafson, Young Zeid, Quinton Diavolo and the MoShang Zhao. Wander the grounds, explore the underground secrets and dance to the music for a fantastic afternoon. In China Tang Empire. [SLurl teleport at this link]
4pm - Redzone 'Film Noir' Single Release Party
Redzone is a UK ban with a unique and original sound, fusing industrial, hiphop, electronica, classical, with alternative and ambient influences. Come help them celebrate the release of their new single, 'Film Noir', with an event at The Atropine in The Great Fissure. The party will feature a live performance by Redzone, and DJ sets by Pazazu Morgath and Gomi Mfume. In The Great Fissure. [SLurl teleport at this link]
4pm - Afsaneh Metaluna Tells Stories at Sanctuary
Join storyteller Afsaneh Metaluna for some tales of Aladdin, as she continues with tales of the Arabian Nights. You might meet one of Aladdin's French Canadian cousins too. Foolish sultans, beware! Stories told in voice over audio stream with music. In Laurel Arts Isle. [SLurl teleport at this link]
5pm - Melodee McDonnell and CTM Underwood Live for RFL
Team Fringe presents Melodee McDonnell and CTM Underwood in a live concert to benefit Relay for Life in SL. Joint them at the opening night of the 2010 Mayfaire for what is sure to be a memorable concert by two of SL's premiere entertainers. For more details or questions contact Rendal Constantineau In Morag. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Sunday 5/30
11am - Book discussion: The Things They Carried & Images of War in Literature
The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien just celebrated the 20th anniversary of its printing. This fictional memoir of the Vietnam War personalizes the people serving, telling stories that humanize the soldiers. Join us for a discussion of both the book and of images in war in literature. In Awen.
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3pm- Dragon Tales with The West of Ireland Storytellers
The West of Ireland Storytellers bring their own Dragons into Pandora today. Come to Fruit Islands Pandora Forest and become enflamed with the tales of dragons good and evil. Come dressed dragonishly, as a Na'Vi or just in a foul mood! All proceeds to benefit War Child as always. In Fig. [SLurl teleport at this link]
3pm to 9pm - Wounded Warrior Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Initiated by Frets Nirvana with support by the US Military Veterans Group in Second Life and Symbiotic Productions, this concert is the fourth the monthly series scheduled in 2010. Featured artists will be Gina Stella, PonDman Haalan, Senjata Witt, Rosedrop Rust, Frets Nirvana and Von Johin. This concert benefits the Wounded Warrior Project which began when several individuals took small, inspired actions to help others in need. The resulting objective was to provide tangible support for the severely wounded and help them on the road to healing, both physically and mentally. In Patriot Island. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Monday 5/31
2pm - Pop Vox featuring Craig Lyons
Craig Lyons is one of the hottest new emerging artists to tour the grid and with almost 400.000 previews at MySpace he is one one to watch. Hailing from Los Angeles his 4th album has just been released. Join in at Pop Art Labs TV studio and participate in the interview prior to his live show but come early or IM Claus Uriza for reserved seating. This popular show is sure to pack the sim. The interview with Craig will start at 2:00 and the sim will be limited to 45 avatars. His show ill start at 2:45 and the sim will be opened up to 65 avatars. If you are unable to get in world you can watch live here. For more information and updates please check out the Pop Art Lab webpage. [SLURL teleport at this link] to the interview [SLurl teleport at this link] to the concert
6pm - Crap Mariner 100 Word Anniversary Celebration
Five years ago, Crap Mariner swore a solemn oath to write a 100 word story every day until the day he dies. Today marks the fifth anniversary of that oath, so we shall gather at the West of Ireland Library to look back at some of the best (and worst) stories of this pernicious half-decade of keeping it brief. Should you miss this event, you can always go to the archives to read the stories on your own. In West of Ireland. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Tuesday 6/1
5pm - DannyQuinn Irelund at Fleure's Enchanted Corner
Danny Quinn has been a performer of Irish & American folk music for nearly three decades. He has shared the stage with or opened for renowned artists such as the Clancy Brothers, Tom Chapin, Peter Yarrow, Robbie O'Connell, the Makem & Spain Brothers, John Prine, David Mallett, Walt Michael, Eilleen Ivers, The Chieftains and many others. Danny is an accomplished songwriter, with over 40 published songs to his credit. Yes, he's really Irish ;-) If you love Irish music do not miss this performance. In Falathrim. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Wednesday 6/2
Noon - Sailing Lessons at the Mango Yacht Club Training Center
Come to friendly Mango Yacht Club Training Center and learn to sail with Elbag "Crash and Crash Again" Gable. No sailboat is required, one will be provided for you free of charge. Elbag Gable is committed to spreading the Gospel of Sailing and you will enjoy his tutoring since you will learn to sail and have fun doing so. In Strawberry. [SLurl teleport at this link]
3pm - Artists Genevieve Silvercloud Live Mixed Reality Painting
Genevieve Silvercloud has teamed up with an Ontario children's charity, The Teresa Group to raise money for children who are infected with or affected by AIDS. She will be painting live to raise money for three hours this evening both live at Cafe Taste in Toronto ON Canada and streaming into Solution Gallery at Studio Genre. A few live musicians will be joining Genevieve so head on over and enjoy th video screen and gallery constructed by intuitive builder, Vrill Tone. In Ahura. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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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.
There's always the possibility that I will die in the next few days, but my doctor gave me a not-as-dirty bill of health today.
Here's hoping she changes her mind and stamps the next one with an expiration date. It's not like I need the extra time to pay my bills, eh.
-ls/cm
Posted by: Crap Mariner | Thursday, May 27, 2010 at 10:43 AM
Glyph's work here is breathtaking, and truly interactive so you really do have to spend time there to appreciate it - but if you do go and take snapshots we would love to see them in the IBM Exhibition Space Flickr Group too :-)
http://www.flickr.com/groups/ibmexhibition/
Posted by: Juko Tempel | Saturday, May 29, 2010 at 12:08 AM