New World Notes : SL Vlogger of the Week: Firestorm Optimization Tutorial & Opinion from Prisqua Newall
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15896-new-world-notes-sl-vlogger-of-the-week-firestorm-optimization-tutorial-opinion-from-prisqua-newall/
"Prisqua Newall has a pleasant voice and pays attention to detail. Her vlogs are original and interesting with ones comparing SL to other avatar social networks, others tackling controversies, and even vlogs suggesting changes. She takes on misconceptions and does some truth-telling on making money in SL. There is a lot of variety with vlogs about all sorts of topics."
Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15896-new-world-notes-sl-vlogger-of-the-week-firestorm-optimization-tutorial-opinion-from-prisqua-newall/
"Prisqua Newall has a pleasant voice and pays attention to detail. Her vlogs are original and interesting with ones comparing SL to other avatar social networks, others tackling controversies, and even vlogs suggesting changes. She takes on misconceptions and does some truth-telling on making money in SL. There is a lot of variety with vlogs about all sorts of topics."
Read more on the blog
Virtual Community Radio : Where Have You Been? — Live at SL21B
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15897-virtual-community-radio-where-have-you-been-%E2%80%94-live-at-sl21b/
"On Wednesday 26th June, we broadcast the first of two special live editions of our original series, “Where Have You Been?”, which features things to do and places to visit around the Second Life Grid. This show will be repeated on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 12 noon and 4pm SLT/Pacific Time until our second and final live show from SLB21 on Wednesday 10th July."
Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15897-virtual-community-radio-where-have-you-been-%E2%80%94-live-at-sl21b/
"On Wednesday 26th June, we broadcast the first of two special live editions of our original series, “Where Have You Been?”, which features things to do and places to visit around the Second Life Grid. This show will be repeated on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 12 noon and 4pm SLT/Pacific Time until our second and final live show from SLB21 on Wednesday 10th July."
Read more on the blog
Novata : UPDATE Firestorm 7.1.9 | PBR, Mirrors, Emojies & HDRI | Primfeed Second Life Social Media 2024
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15898-novata-update-firestorm-719-pbr-mirrors-emojies-hdri-primfeed-second-life-social-media-2024/
"Hello, let's talk about the new Second Life social media Primfeed and new Firestorm update 7.1.9." Watch the video on YouTube.
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15898-novata-update-firestorm-719-pbr-mirrors-emojies-hdri-primfeed-second-life-social-media-2024/
"Hello, let's talk about the new Second Life social media Primfeed and new Firestorm update 7.1.9." Watch the video on YouTube.
The Gazette : SL21B in full swing | Events & Announcements | Personal Stamps & New Locations
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15899-the-gazette-sl21b-in-full-swing-events-announcements-personal-stamps-new-locations/
"Second Life's 21st Birthday celebrations (SL21B) began on June 21st with an opening speech from Patch Linden. This year's theme is "Elements." Patch discussed the significance of "Earth, Fire, Air, and Water" in the context of Second Life®;" Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15899-the-gazette-sl21b-in-full-swing-events-announcements-personal-stamps-new-locations/
"Second Life's 21st Birthday celebrations (SL21B) began on June 21st with an opening speech from Patch Linden. This year's theme is "Elements." Patch discussed the significance of "Earth, Fire, Air, and Water" in the context of Second Life®;" Read more on the blog
No time for real life : 21 years of Second Life
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15900-no-time-for-real-life-21-years-of-second-life/
" It is hard to believe that 21 years have gone by and the virtual world of Second Life is still around. So many improvements to the avatars and environments but the concept of residents who create here is still the same." Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15900-no-time-for-real-life-21-years-of-second-life/
" It is hard to believe that 21 years have gone by and the virtual world of Second Life is still around. So many improvements to the avatars and environments but the concept of residents who create here is still the same." Read more on the blog
New World Notes : Hotel Inspector Recommends Top Second Life Bars, Voyage to Virtual Bali
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15901-new-world-notes-hotel-inspector-recommends-top-second-life-bars-voyage-to-virtual-bali/
"Checking in on The Hotel Inspector, I was excited to see a recent post on the best bars in Second Life. From Underwater Speakeasies to Cyberpunk Lounges: 12 SL Bar picks. In his post, he describes the ambiance at a dozen SL bars that deliver unique and delightful experiences. There are several pictures of each bar and SLURLS to all of them." Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15901-new-world-notes-hotel-inspector-recommends-top-second-life-bars-voyage-to-virtual-bali/
"Checking in on The Hotel Inspector, I was excited to see a recent post on the best bars in Second Life. From Underwater Speakeasies to Cyberpunk Lounges: 12 SL Bar picks. In his post, he describes the ambiance at a dozen SL bars that deliver unique and delightful experiences. There are several pictures of each bar and SLURLS to all of them." Read more on the blog
I Love Events : Hearts in Journey: “What I Know and What I Feel,” an exhibition by Maddy, is currently on display at the Kondor Art Center
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15902-i-love-events-hearts-in-journey-%E2%80%9Cwhat-i-know-and-what-i-feel%E2%80%9D-an-exhibition-by-maddy-is-currently-on-display-at-the-kondor-art-center/
"Hearts in Journey: What I Know and What I Feel by Maddy ((magda.schmidtzau) at the Kondor Art Center is a profound journey exploring the duality between mind and soul, a theme that traverses the entire human existence. Maddy, through her works, invites us to reflect on the complexity of this duality, exposing the tension between what we know and what we feel." Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15902-i-love-events-hearts-in-journey-%E2%80%9Cwhat-i-know-and-what-i-feel%E2%80%9D-an-exhibition-by-maddy-is-currently-on-display-at-the-kondor-art-center/
"Hearts in Journey: What I Know and What I Feel by Maddy ((magda.schmidtzau) at the Kondor Art Center is a profound journey exploring the duality between mind and soul, a theme that traverses the entire human existence. Maddy, through her works, invites us to reflect on the complexity of this duality, exposing the tension between what we know and what we feel." Read more on the blog
Maya Takeda : SL21B Performance in Second Life- Voice-Guided Meditation- Invoking 4 Elements for Healing
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15903-maya-takeda-sl21b-performance-in-second-life-voice-guided-meditation-invoking-4-elements-for-healing/
"I had the opportunity to perform in Second Life 21st Birthday celebration. It was another delightful experience to be able to share with the audience the relaxing and peaceful ambient."
Watch the video on YouTube
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15903-maya-takeda-sl21b-performance-in-second-life-voice-guided-meditation-invoking-4-elements-for-healing/
"I had the opportunity to perform in Second Life 21st Birthday celebration. It was another delightful experience to be able to share with the audience the relaxing and peaceful ambient."
Watch the video on YouTube
Seanchai Library : TUESDAY, July 2nd at 7pm: TROUBLE TALES with Bear Silvershade
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15904-seanchai-library-tuesday-july-2nd-at-7pm-trouble-tales-with-bear-silvershade/
"Long time friend of the Library (and one time official photographer) Bear Silvershade joins us to share some original stories that he has written, centering on a mischievous character named "Trouble."" Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15904-seanchai-library-tuesday-july-2nd-at-7pm-trouble-tales-with-bear-silvershade/
"Long time friend of the Library (and one time official photographer) Bear Silvershade joins us to share some original stories that he has written, centering on a mischievous character named "Trouble."" Read more on the blog
Caitlin Tobias : Sometimes I wonder what the old me would say
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15905-caitlin-tobias-sometimes-i-wonder-what-the-old-me-would-say/
Watch the video on YouTube
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15905-caitlin-tobias-sometimes-i-wonder-what-the-old-me-would-say/
Watch the video on YouTube
FeorieFrimon : Second Life Machinima (2024): "The Rollers Resort" Comanche by The Revels
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15906-feoriefrimon-second-life-machinima-2024-the-rollers-resort-comanche-by-the-revels/
"This is how I picture the 'night life' in Bay City is....loads of people, all kinds of 'vintage gear', and tons of fantastical species. "
Watch the video on YouTube
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15906-feoriefrimon-second-life-machinima-2024-the-rollers-resort-comanche-by-the-revels/
"This is how I picture the 'night life' in Bay City is....loads of people, all kinds of 'vintage gear', and tons of fantastical species. "
Watch the video on YouTube
Vic Mornington : Second Life in 2024
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15907-vic-mornington-second-life-in-2024/
Watch the video on YouTube
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15907-vic-mornington-second-life-in-2024/
Watch the video on YouTube
ATG Productions : Week 26 of 2024
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15908-atg-productions-week-26-of-2024/
Watch the video on YouTube
Watch the video on YouTube
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15908-atg-productions-week-26-of-2024/
Watch the video on YouTube
Watch the video on YouTube
Draxtor : Lars Iyer's new novel "My Weil" is hilarious medicine for any (former/current) Higher Ed admin/student/dropout
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15909-draxtor-lars-iyers-new-novel-my-weil-is-hilarious-medicine-for-any-formercurrent-higher-ed-adminstudentdropout/
"Lars will be on the Second Life Book Club tomorrow, Wednesday, July 3rd, at 12pm SLT, in-world and on YouTube as well, to discuss his multifaceted novel: a satire of higher ed, a precise analysis of the pain and dilemma of student-dom the world over"
Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15909-draxtor-lars-iyers-new-novel-my-weil-is-hilarious-medicine-for-any-formercurrent-higher-ed-adminstudentdropout/
"Lars will be on the Second Life Book Club tomorrow, Wednesday, July 3rd, at 12pm SLT, in-world and on YouTube as well, to discuss his multifaceted novel: a satire of higher ed, a precise analysis of the pain and dilemma of student-dom the world over"
Read more on the blog
New World Notes : Sam Rougefeu Vividly Photographs Second Life With Fun Notes & Helpful Teleport Links
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15910-new-world-notes-sam-rougefeu-vividly-photographs-second-life-with-fun-notes-helpful-teleport-links/
"Sam Rougefeu is the kind of Second Life Flickr photographer that SL residents should be following. He travels around and takes pictures and gives us SLURLS and short descriptions of where he has been. For example, this delightful robin image is a potential “Is It Live or Is it Second Life?” challenge question. I love it when artists don’t focus solely on the grand vistas but also hone in on the little details that make our world so delightful." Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15910-new-world-notes-sam-rougefeu-vividly-photographs-second-life-with-fun-notes-helpful-teleport-links/
"Sam Rougefeu is the kind of Second Life Flickr photographer that SL residents should be following. He travels around and takes pictures and gives us SLURLS and short descriptions of where he has been. For example, this delightful robin image is a potential “Is It Live or Is it Second Life?” challenge question. I love it when artists don’t focus solely on the grand vistas but also hone in on the little details that make our world so delightful." Read more on the blog
Inara Pey : Wandering in The Magic Hour in Second Life
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15911-inara-pey-wandering-in-the-magic-hour-in-second-life/
"Six – along with Justice Vought – is one of the talents behind the former Oxygen region designs, which I wrote about in 2019 and again in 2021, a place which had a deserved reputation for being thoroughly photogenic. The Magic Hour is in a similar vein in this regard, offering beach-front setting backed by tall hills up to which the landscape climbs, the entire setting rich in opportunities for avatar and landscape photography." Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15911-inara-pey-wandering-in-the-magic-hour-in-second-life/
"Six – along with Justice Vought – is one of the talents behind the former Oxygen region designs, which I wrote about in 2019 and again in 2021, a place which had a deserved reputation for being thoroughly photogenic. The Magic Hour is in a similar vein in this regard, offering beach-front setting backed by tall hills up to which the landscape climbs, the entire setting rich in opportunities for avatar and landscape photography." Read more on the blog
Corsica South Coasters : Exhibition Opening "The Delicate Sound of Flowers" by Mareea Farrasco
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15912-corsica-south-coasters-exhibition-opening-the-delicate-sound-of-flowers-by-mareea-farrasco/
"We are honored to exhibit the latest artworks by 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐚 during July and August 2024.
"𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑶𝒇 𝑭𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒔" is an attempt to express the cooperation of senses in the creation of the pictures. We hope you join us at the opening party and enjoy the mesmerizing, colorful, surprising and sometimes silent pictures.
𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐚 herself is a talented and well known SL photographer around the grid and the owner of IMAGO Land and curator of IMAGO Art Galleries."
Read more on the blog
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15912-corsica-south-coasters-exhibition-opening-the-delicate-sound-of-flowers-by-mareea-farrasco/
"We are honored to exhibit the latest artworks by 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐚 during July and August 2024.
"𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑫𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑶𝒇 𝑭𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒔" is an attempt to express the cooperation of senses in the creation of the pictures. We hope you join us at the opening party and enjoy the mesmerizing, colorful, surprising and sometimes silent pictures.
𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐚 herself is a talented and well known SL photographer around the grid and the owner of IMAGO Land and curator of IMAGO Art Galleries."
Read more on the blog
Important Update on the Second Life Blogger Network
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15913-important-update-on-the-second-life-blogger-network/
As we continue to evolve and improve our various community initiatives, we have decided to put the Second Life Blogger Network (SLBN) on a temporary hiatus. This pause will allow us to dedicate resources to upcoming changes and enhancements designed to enrich our community's experience even further.
We sincerely appreciate the incredible contributions that each of you, our esteemed bloggers, have made to enrich the Second Life community. Please know that this decision was made with careful consideration and is not a reflection of the value we place on your work.
During this hiatus, we're excited to expand our Second Life Weekly Email Newsletter. This will be one of the main venues for us to highlight community features, showcase events, and share important news directly. We encourage all of you to subscribe to stay updated with the latest and greatest from around Second Life. It's a fantastic way to ensure you don't miss out on any of the action!
Moreover, we invite you to visit our Community Resources Portal, where you can connect with user groups and discover numerous other ways to engage and contribute. Whether you're looking to network with other Residents or find support and inspiration, these resources are there to enhance your Second Life journey.
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your understanding and continued support. The creativity and dedication of bloggers like you are what makes Second Life such an incredible place. We look forward to bringing you along on this next phase of our journey and seeing all the new ways we can continue to grow together.
Stay tuned, stay connected, and, most importantly, keep creating!
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15913-important-update-on-the-second-life-blogger-network/
As we continue to evolve and improve our various community initiatives, we have decided to put the Second Life Blogger Network (SLBN) on a temporary hiatus. This pause will allow us to dedicate resources to upcoming changes and enhancements designed to enrich our community's experience even further.
We sincerely appreciate the incredible contributions that each of you, our esteemed bloggers, have made to enrich the Second Life community. Please know that this decision was made with careful consideration and is not a reflection of the value we place on your work.
During this hiatus, we're excited to expand our Second Life Weekly Email Newsletter. This will be one of the main venues for us to highlight community features, showcase events, and share important news directly. We encourage all of you to subscribe to stay updated with the latest and greatest from around Second Life. It's a fantastic way to ensure you don't miss out on any of the action!
Moreover, we invite you to visit our Community Resources Portal, where you can connect with user groups and discover numerous other ways to engage and contribute. Whether you're looking to network with other Residents or find support and inspiration, these resources are there to enhance your Second Life journey.
We extend our heartfelt thanks for your understanding and continued support. The creativity and dedication of bloggers like you are what makes Second Life such an incredible place. We look forward to bringing you along on this next phase of our journey and seeing all the new ways we can continue to grow together.
Stay tuned, stay connected, and, most importantly, keep creating!
Concierge and Land User Group Meeting on Wednesday, July 24th, 2024
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15914-concierge-and-land-user-group-meeting-on-wednesday-july-24th-2024/
The Concierge and Land User Group meeting is a monthly, public meeting for discussion and education on Second Life, useful to both Mainland Residents and Estate owners.
Topics include any issues relating to Customer Relations/Support or concerning Land in general (mainland, islands, Linden Homes, estates, auctions, etc.).
Join Wendi, Vix, and members of the Land team, on Wednesday at 12pm PT at Linden Estate Services. All are welcome.
Keep up to date with all of our user group meetings on our wiki and public calendar.
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15914-concierge-and-land-user-group-meeting-on-wednesday-july-24th-2024/
The Concierge and Land User Group meeting is a monthly, public meeting for discussion and education on Second Life, useful to both Mainland Residents and Estate owners.
Topics include any issues relating to Customer Relations/Support or concerning Land in general (mainland, islands, Linden Homes, estates, auctions, etc.).
Join Wendi, Vix, and members of the Land team, on Wednesday at 12pm PT at Linden Estate Services. All are welcome.
Keep up to date with all of our user group meetings on our wiki and public calendar.
Web User Group on August 6, 2024
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15915-web-user-group-on-august-6-2024/
Happy Tuesday!
Please note the change for this month: we’re holding our monthly Web User Group meeting on Tuesday, August 6th at 10am PT, a shift from our usual schedule, in our usual meeting place.We'll discuss the status of ongoing projects and future plans for our web properties. As always, we’ll reserve ample time for community Q&A. This meeting is conducted using voice. Feel free to contribute in voice or text, but ensure your voice settings are activated. We look forward to seeing you at this new time!
Stay updated with all of our user group meetings on our wiki and public calendar.
https://community.secondlife.com/blogs/entry/15915-web-user-group-on-august-6-2024/
Happy Tuesday!
Please note the change for this month: we’re holding our monthly Web User Group meeting on Tuesday, August 6th at 10am PT, a shift from our usual schedule, in our usual meeting place.We'll discuss the status of ongoing projects and future plans for our web properties. As always, we’ll reserve ample time for community Q&A. This meeting is conducted using voice. Feel free to contribute in voice or text, but ensure your voice settings are activated. We look forward to seeing you at this new time!
Stay updated with all of our user group meetings on our wiki and public calendar.