Chestnut Rau's Weekly Roundup of Upcoming Events...
Celebrate Halloween in Innsmouth with special events all weekend. There will be a series of parties in the Opera House featuring DJs from around the world in addition to live music from Engrama, JordanReyne Deezul, and POL Arida. The music will begin at 10am on Friday and run through to about 6pm. Then on Saturday the party starts at 9am and runs through evening. To round out the weekend you can enjoy an art show by Toren Atkinson. Explore the sim, enjoy the music, have fun!
Innsmouth is a well loved and much photographed sim for good reason. It is fabulous! The sim is loosely based on the mythos created by American writer H.P. Lovecraft. Take time to explore and you will find a coastal town in Massachusetts, circa 1930. The sim is beautiful and mysterious and a bit lonely. Explore and take pictures throughout the Halloween weekend but please be mindful not to interrupt the roleplay. In Innsmouth [Slurl teleport at this link]
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Thursday 10/28
Today through 10/31 - The Art Door Presents: The Tower of Fears
The Tower of Fears is a complex multi -floored Halloween maze with more than 20 prizes carefully hidden for your hunting pleasure. But be careful - each floor of the maze will play with your deepest fears. "Grab the goodies while facing your fears as you travel the journey through forests, manic illusions, morgue gore, and creepy crawly critters." Today through Sunday October 31 only so don't miss it! Live actors in the tower with you from 5-8pm each evening. In Rendervision Isle. [SLurl teleport at this link]
Noon - Yilix Nyn Reads from Shirlock Holmes
Alurel invites you to listen as Dr. Watson recounts The Boscombe Valley Mystery. Sherlock Holmes, the famous detective, takes on a rather obvious case, a wealthy landowner is seen arguing with his son in the forest, then shortly after the son appears bloodstained claiming to have found his father dead. Yilix Nyn will be reading this full case for us as we can attempt to puzzle out the facts of the case with Watson and Holmes. The Boscombe Valley Mystery by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. In Alurel. [SLurl teleport at this link]
2pm - Creativity in SL - Discussion of the Real Vs the Surreal
Lewis Luminos will be hosting another discussion in LnL's Lounge. This week - Creativity in SL - the real vs the surreal. Why is so much of SL a copy of RL? Why do our houses have kitchens, stairs or even roofs? What's your experience of surreal builds? Does surreal also get labelled ugly? Where are the boundaries? We'll be discussing these and other related questions! Drop by for an interesting and fun discussion among a group of friendly people! In Memussi. [SLurl teleport at this link]
3pm - Breast Cancer Awareness Center Grand Opening
Southern Tiere HealthLink NY has a strong presence in SL and across the virtual world with the goal of providing valuable health information to the public. Joint them today for the Grand Opening of the Breast Cancer Awareness Center which will help people learn about ways to reduce the risks of breast cancer. There will be a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, live musice by David Csiszer and a very special guest you do not want to miss. In TriBorough New York. [SLurl teleport at this link]
4pm - The Final Open Mic at the Hummingbird Cafe
Thursday evening open mic night at The Hummingbird Cafe has been a long standing tradition, and it is the place where many of SL's music stars first streamed before a live virtual audience. With the sad closing of Menorca tonight will be the very last Hummingbird Open Mic, which is a bittersweet occasion for many of us. Join me to listen to DimiVan Ludwig, Ictus Belford, Max Kleen ad SonyaJevette Charisma kiss this well loved venue good bye. It is going to be a fantastic two hours of music you just don't want to miss. In Menorca. [SLurl teleport at this link]
Also after the break: Interview and Concert by Indie Band Soleil, Halloween parties, readings and concerts, Breast Cancer Prevention Center Opens and much much more...
Friday 10/29
1pm - Virtual Pioneer History Conference
On October 29 and 30, the Virtual Pioneers invite educators from around the world to embark on an online history conference that will provide classroom teachers, curriculum directors, administrators, college faculty, pre-service college students, or anyone interested in history with a chance to learn and network with peers in Second Life. For 2 Days, the Virtual Pioneers will host speakers, interactive tours, as well as, a historical costume party. In Black Bear Island. [SLurl teleport at this link]
3pm - CraigLyons Writer at Festival Samhian
Craig Lyons is a distinct and passionate singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist in Los Angeles, CA. Having released three self-recorded, self-produced solo albums during a period of artistic solitude on the shores of his native Lake Erie, Craig has exploded into LA's independent music scene with the release of his fourth album, 'On Reflection'. In Alurel. [SLurl teleport at this link]
4pm - FrankLee Anatra Live at Rovers Return Inn
FrankLee has been playing nightclubs and parties professionally in the Real World for over a decade. Whether it's a full band or as a single, he feels quite at home standing behind a guitar. Now playing classic rock, originals and contemporary hits with his acoustic guitar in Second Life, Frank invites you come and listen. In LeMeteque. [SLurl teleport at this link]
7pm - Smithsonian Latino Virtual Museum Dia de los Muertos
The Smithsonian Latino Virtual Museum Dia de los Muertos Festival starts today and runs through Tuesday, 11/2. Experience this traditional Hispanic celebration in 3D. Learn about ofrendas, or altars dedicated to the departed. Visit the Community Altar behind the church, everyday, or build your own altar. On Friday, artist, author and musician Nancy Lorenza Green will head a storytelling workshop for children. At 7 p.m., LVM will kick off the festival with a procession at LVM's Placita. At 9pm see the film 'The Meaning of the Altar, The Meaning of the Aztec Dance' Artist Cesar Ivan's Dia de los Muertos Mix-Media Art. In Smithsonian Latino Main. [SLurl teleport at this link] (photo credit Pip Johnson)
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Saturday 10/30
Ongoing - Wizard Gynoid Exhibit at Turning Gallery in Extropia
Wizard Gynoid creates math based sculpture that is a delight. Her Temple build was a prominent contribution to the recently completed Burn2 Festival. Wizard displays works that she has created independently and some created with her collaborator Polagirus Paragorn. In Extropia Core. [Slurl teleport at this link]
9am - Ancient Geometry Class
Have you ever wondered why a clock has 12 hours or why 7 is a lucky number? Erik Goff will be teaching about ancient mathematics in the auditorium in the garden. Follow the sign to the auditorium and the Edutopia training facility. In Muk. [SLurl teleport at this link]
3pm - Edward Kyomoon Live at JSP Events
Edward Kyomoon takes his inspiration from Bob Dylan, the Beatles, Beck, Radiohead and Pink Floyd to name a few. He has been performing his original music and cover songs before live audiences for close to 20 years. Edward's haunting sound will soothe you. In Sins for Pleasure. [SLurl teleport at this link]
4pm - Virtual Poets Slam Championship
All poets are invited to take part in the next Virtual Poets Open Poetry Slam. Judging will be done by a panel of five neutral poetry loving judges. The competition is open to all poets and will be held over rounds in the style of a standard poetry slam competition. The prize will be a trophy with the winners name engraved and added to the growing list on and the right to display the trophy until the time of the next Poetry slam. In Stingray. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Sunday 10/31
10am - Art & Science Collaboratons, Inc ASCI Meeting
All are welcome, in costume or not. In honor of Halloween the group will start by discussing, 'Raising the Dead: by Means of Art and Science' . They will also discuss the role of art and science in determining morality, as we consider the Witches' Rede, 'If it harms none, do what ye will,' and how that may relate to primate morals. Finally they will try to get to some winners of this year's Ig Nobel Prize who researched the sex lives of bats. Stop by to join the fun and share your Metaverse experiences, along with your virtual gaming, computer geek adventures, cyber art projects, and dorkbot stories. In Quat. [SLurl teleport at this link]
Noon to 3pm - Halloween Coistume Bash at Molaskey's Pub
Molaskey's Pub is having their 3rd Annual Halloween Bash today. Regular Sunday music may take on a new dimension with musicians in costume. Musicians featured are FunkyFreddy Republic, Lyndon Heart and FrankLee Anatra. The beach will be decked out and the afternoon will feature a costume contest. So don your spookiest, most outlandish Halloween season threads and join the fun!In Wichi. [SLurl teleport at this link]
2:30pm - Polyamour - Modern Ballet Presented by La Perform
Every Sunday between now and 12/5 you can see Polyamour - a Modern Ballet presented by La Perform. This is a live dance performance consisting of 6 different pieces set to music composed and arranged by Aldo Brizzi. The choreographer and producer is Jie Loon and the MC is Alazi Satereau. Read more about this interesting project here. In Valarian. [SLurl teleport at this link]
3pm - Poetry Libre Open Mic at Bookstacks
Join hosts Leonardo Zimring and Serene Bechir in the cozy room behind the fireplace at Bookstacks for some of the best poetry in SL. This read has been timed to bring poets together from around the world so we can all benefit from a great diversity of styles and backgrounds. Reads in any language are encouraged, translations into English appreciated but not required. Everyone is welcome to read and if you do not have a mic or prefer not to read aloud we have several people who would be glad to read for you. In Awen. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Monday 11/1
4pm - Pop Vox featuring Up and coming New Band - Soleil
Soleil is the hottest new emerging band to tour the grid and is a supergroup brought together by the multi artist and vocalist ColeMarie Soleil and Japaneese electronica artist Tasuku Ghost. Go to Pop Art Labs TV studio and participate in the interview prior to the live show but come ½ hour early or IM Claus Uriza for reserve seating. To listen to Soleil go here. In Pop Art Lab. [SLurl teleport at this link]
6pm - Montian Gilruth Live on Heron Island
Montian Gilruth brings his compelling interpretations of obscure covers ranging from Dylan to modern Celtic to the Heron Island Performance Space. This promises to be a lovely hour of music that will soothe you after a long Monday. In Tanglewood. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Tuesday 11/2
7pm - Live Reading of Tales from Edgar Allen Poe
Join the Seanchai Storytellers for tales from a long time favorite writer - Edgar Allen Poe. "The Tell-Tale Heart" will be presented by Caledonia Skytower and Derry McMahon; and "The Cask of Amontillado" will be offered by Shandon Loring. If time, we'll throw in a few stray POEms. All told in voice. In Info Island International. [SLurl teleport at this link]
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Wednesday 11/3
8pm - Bartelby Pegler & Whirligig Rutabega Live at Good Vibe
Acoustic guitar, bottleneck slide, and dual vocals... husband & wife team Bartelby Pegler and Whirligig Rutabaga play old folk, blues, and vintage songs...stuff you will enjoy remembering! Join us at Good Vibe for this awesome performance. In Blistereen. [SLurl teleport at this link]
8pm - Compline Nightly Prayer
Compline, or Night Prayer, is the final prayer of the day that has been said by Christian monastic communities thoughout the world since at least the 6th century C.E. Compline consists of a few short hymns, psalms, and readings, and takes place in Second Life every Wednesday at 8 p.m. (it lasts 20 minutes) in the Valyermo Center chapel in Al Andalus Generalife. All are welcome to attend! In Al Andalus Generalife. [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.
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