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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE: THE CENTER GROUND BALLOON TOUR IS NOW OPEN

 


Center Ground Entertainment invites you to see the Center Ground sim as you have never seen it before. Come take a guided tour, balloon ride. Bring that special someone, or some friends. The balloon seats up to 4

So hop in or climb aboard from the lower level of the Center Ground Beach, and enjoy ✈ ʀɪᴅᴇ: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/100/87/42

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Earth Day Celebration April 22 at 10am SLT



Join us at Center Ground for a special celebration with Earth Day Speaker, Activist, & Cultural Preservationist Indea Vaher. Topic: Saving Gaia
Special Dance Performance by Dancerina Starlight
MC & Music by India Bellair Smoke
Casual Dress or come as you are.

Friday, April 2, 2021

SPOTLIGHT ON CENTER GROUND - AN ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY COMMUNITY - ROXY MYSTIC REPORTING

My first visit at Center Ground was that of amazement, you can immediately feel and see the exceptional creative environmental practices, diversity, conservation of arts and culture in this little community.  My eyes were drawn to the colorful poster seeking creators of urban & ethnic wear to participate in a fashion event in mid-April during Earth week. I continued down the walkway enjoying the natural scenery and instantly recognized the hard work put into this slice of heaven where pride clearly shines. Near the garden area stands the Center Ground Gallery of Art where beautiful paintings proudly hang in a modern architectural-looking building. Further down is a residential area with Eco-looking homes. It was no surprise to me to learn that the Center Ground originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders who created this environmentally friendly community to discuss and promote truly sustainable modeling and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse. I was looking forward to meeting with one of the original founders, Luchenpur Darwin.


Roxy Mystic: Hello Luchenpur, I am very happy to meet you. This place is amazing! I am not sure where to start as there is so much to talk about.  I walked around Center Ground and I also visited your webpage.  There is a description of Center Ground that says: "The Center Ground sim is a hub for businesses, residences, arts and entertainment. While many may only know of our world-class venues, it takes only a brief walk to see what else we offer."  You were absolutely correct, I walked down the pathway and knew right away everything I needed to know about Center Ground. Let's go back a little and talk about how this all started, the meeting of 4 environmentalists with amazing visions.

Luchenpur Darwin: Hello Roxy, It is great to meet you as well. And thank you for the generous compliment. I can see already you have an eye for detail. Smiles 
Roxy Mystic: Why is it so important to you and obviously to your founding colleagues that Center Ground keeps showcasing ways to protect our natural resources and can you elaborate a bit more on the mindset around the synergy of survival?
Luchenpur Darwin: Roxy, My 3 colleagues, Paolo Rousselo, Tatia Andel, and Flower Ninetails

originally met on another sim that excelled in green and sustainable practices. Each of us came to SL with experiences from our first life that influenced our pursuits here. Over time the 4 of us decided to strike out on our own and pursue a vision, while still sustainable.  More aligned with the 4 of us.



Roxy Mystic:  I am so curious and very much interested in learning more about the upcoming fashion show and exposition of items designed from recycled and sustainable materials. This is such an original idea! Will this be a full week or weekend event? Please share more!

Luchenpur Darwin: The idea for the fashion show came from Reign C.  I asked her to be part of planning the event this year and she brought in her organization, The Best Of Second Life (BOSL). Our Earth Week celebration will actually begin the week of April 10th with designers setting up displays along Center Ground Boulevard On Saturday the 17th We will have a

dance troupe perform for the opening. Sunday the 18th we will have the Fashion Show put on by BLVD Fashion House Both events will start at Noon SLT. We will also DJs doing live sets at Etopia and street parties at Center Ground from the 17th  through the 25th.  I have been involved in “Green Expos” in the past where there were displays that covered everything from persevering water qualities, wetlands, and mangroves to reducing energy consumption. That appeals to a certain group. But when you talk fashion you have widened your scope.  If you do an internet search for sustainable fashion, you now see clothing companies that are taking the lead on sustainable practices and reusing recycled and sustainably grown materials in their garments. With a little research, I’m hoping some S L creators may come up with backstories for items they already have or create something new for our exposition.

Roxy Mystic: When I saw the Club Center Ground my first impression was that of a lounge atmosphere. I felt like I was perhaps in Vegas prepared to be entertained by elite performers. You are very good at creating perfect environments of comfort that pull us into special moments in time. What are the plans with the Club Center Ground, I understand there is currently both DJ and live music entertainment?

Luchenpur Darwin: Thanks for the compliment Roxy.  Club Center Ground is the result of collaborations between myself and Judilynn India. The club has evolved over time from suggestions by friends and patrons to what you see today.   We have live DJs nearly every day of the week comprising over 25 hours of original entertainment.  We also have singers on occasion. The club is open 24/7 there is a great stream by WBSR digital radio that plays on off-hours.



Roxy Mystic: I love shopping so we really need to talk about the shopping district! I have noticed there is both a market area and a store section. Oh wait, there is even a restaurant!  Your rental rates are quite affordable. Can you describe this area for me and if someone is interested in renting a store would they contact you directly?

Luchenpur Darwin: Smiles, The Center Ground Shopping district consists of small storefronts and the marketplace you mentioned previously. The stores along the boulevard and kiosk in the marketplace allow shoppers a chance to see what they are purchasing in a more physical way.  The kiosk gives smaller creators a chance to get some exposure. There is also an extension of Inspiration University.   We have Renee’s Bistro, I guess we could call it a supper club. It is an intimate venue with a small stage where singers and comedians have performed. Not to be forgotten is the Sugarhill Lounge, Housed in the WBSR building where we hold scheduled events on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Roxy Mystic: Those eco-homes you have here at Center Ground are so real, they truly reflect life in a sustainable real-life home being compact and efficient as they are. Once again your rental rates are very affordable and it appears most units are rented too. Can you describe the idea behind this close-knit community idea and how your renters feel about their compact homes?

Luchenpur Darwin: Sure, in a sustainable community all resources must be considered. We have been able to place 5 apartments in an area where some would have one huge home. I’m not knocking anyone for their choices. What we have here is an example of sustainable living where everything is within walking distance of your residence. The apartments were recently updated to state of the art (SOTA).  Alexis, One of our residents, and business owners came up with a proposal for the remodel and was able to secure the blessing of the original creator. That kind of collaboration is one of the keys to our success. We also took input from the other residents. What you see is the culmination of all those influences. Most of our renters have been here a long time. And even if they are away for an extended period they can count on having their place here when they return.


Roxy Mystic:  They say the experience of looking at awe-inspiring art has a positive effect on our physical body and our mental state as well; it enhances brain function and well-being so it is no surprise that Center Ground is highly involved with the art community.  Please share with our SL Enquirer readers why the gallery is so important. If someone wanted their art exhibit here what would they need to do and who would they contact?

Luchenpur Darwin: The Center Ground Gallery of Art, was the first major attraction we had here.  Judilynn India, our resident RL artist, and owner of the gallery built the first version in 2012.   Over the years there have been various iterations of the building. Judilynn is the curator and also the chief builder of present-day Center Ground.

Roxy Mystic:  I understand you are offering jobs and looking for bloggers. Can you describe the positions you are offering and perhaps provide information on the blogging opportunities at Center Ground?

Luchenpur Darwin: Center Ground’s employs a number of DJs and Host on a regular basis. In the near future, we will be looking for some men of good character and quality to act as ‘Gentleman Host’ for some of our events, Bloggers are welcome. If someone writes a blog about exploring different places on the grid, visiting galleries, or quaint shopping places please consider checking us out.  And please be sure to send me a link.


Roxy Mystic:  My last question might be hard for you to answer but if you were to pick one of your favorite things here at Center Ground what would it be?

Luchenpur Darwin: Hmm that’s difficult to say.   There are so many aspects.  I can say I truly enjoy meeting the various individuals that visit here be it at the club or as explorers or shoppers.

I really enjoyed meeting Luchenpur and I look forward to attending the Center Ground fashion events coming up in mid-April. I think this is a great opportunity for creative designers to showcase their work. The exposition is equally exciting and so original. Imagine items that are created from recycled and sustainable materials! Challenge yourself and make a difference. For more details, interested parties should contact Luchnepur Darwin by notecard in-world or by email at slcenterground@gmail.com subject line, Fashion. On a side note, for those interested, April 22 is the date of Earth Day this year and the theme is “Restore Our Earth.”



Additional Information:

LandMark: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/165/70/65

Webpage: https://www.slcenterground.com/

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/CenterGroundSL

E-Mail: slcenterground@gmail.com 





Thursday, March 4, 2021

Center Ground Calls for Creators




Center Ground and BOSL are looking for creators of Urban and Ethnic wear to participate in fashion events in mid-April, during Earth Week. 

There are plans for a fashion show and exposition of items designed from recycled and sustainable materials. 

For more details, interested parties should contact Luchnepur Darwin by notecard in world or email slcenterground@gmail.com subject line, Fashion.

Center Ground was founded by 4 environmentally-minded individuals. The Earth week celebration is a nod to that origin.

Visit us at  www.slcenterground.com/

Follow and like us on Facebook!

www.facebook.com/CenterGroundSL

Saturday, May 7, 2016

Center Ground Group presents "Late Night Center Ground with DJ King” Saturday May 7th from 7 PM to 9PM SLT



Second Life, http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/128/43/66 

Join us Saturday May 7 from 7 PM to 9PM SLT as DJ King makes his Club Center Ground Debut. DJ King is a master of many genres, so he will be giving a sampling of his skills in the DJ booth.  

Come ready to party and “Don’t Forget your dancing shoes”  Late Night Center Ground is underwritten by the Center Ground Business District. Visit our collection of stores and galleries. Rental spaces available About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest.

If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e­mail

Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

SL Group

Center Ground


Thursday, February 25, 2016

Center Ground Group Presents "The Grand Opening Celebration of Peek­a­Boo Cafe” February 25th 7-9pm SLT



Second Life, http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/234/60/65

Join CoffeeBrown as she opens her new venue, Peek­a­Boo Café @ Center Ground,

Thursday February 25, 2016, 7-­9 PM SLT. DJ UrbanKing Burner of WMDC SL Radio will

be on hand with Host ChocolateeNips. The attire is Classy Casual

Bring a friend or a few and make sure you don't forget those dancing shoes.

Listen to the stream at http://www.wmdc­sl.com

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/234/60/65

Late Night Center Ground is underwritten by the Center Ground Business District. Visit

our fine collection of stores, galleries and residences. Rental spaces available

About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to

discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in

the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest

If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e­mail

Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com


SL Group

Center Ground

Monday, November 30, 2015

Center Ground Group presents "Late Night Center Ground with DJ Mizz Dibou and her Nusoul Neosoul Show “Live”




Tuesday is new music night with Mizz Dibou and the NuSoul NeoSoul Show. 

Join Mizz Dibou as she does her live BSR digital radio webcast from Club Center Ground 7-9 PM SLT. She will be featuring new and upcoming independent artist, along with favorite Neosoul, RnB, and whatever else catches her fancy.
Hosted by the Angels, Attire is casual.


 Late Night Center Ground is underwritten by the Center Ground Business District. Visit our collection of stores and galleries.  Rental spaces available  


About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest

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If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Center Ground Group presents "Late Night Center Ground with DJ Mizz Dibou and her Nusoul Neosoul Show “Live” Every Tuesday from 7-9pmSLT




It's official! The NuSoul NeoSoul Show has a new home at Club Center Ground. Join Mizz Dibou every Tuesday night from 7-9 PM SLT for her live webcast.  Mizz Dibou features new artist of note as well as the best in Neosoul, RnB, maybe and a bit of Jazz.
Hosted by the lovely and talented Angels

Attire is Casual

Be sure to bring a friend or a few and make sure you don't forget those dancing shoes.
 Listen to the stream at http://blacksoulrhythms.com/


 Late Night Center Ground is underwritten by the Center Ground Business District. Visit our collection of stores and galleries.  Rental spaces available  


About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest

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If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Care and Hope Center @ Center Ground Presents A Free Class on Avatar Safety November 11th at 5pm SLT

Group: Care and Hope Center Friends
secondlife:///app/group/8ae53028-db79-76d1-c7f7-5d2524c53c8f/about

Saturday, September 26, 2015

Center Ground Group Announces Second Life Avatar Safety, Presented By Lindal Kidd, Saturday September 26 5 PM SLT At the Care and Hope Center





Second Life is a safe place.  Your avatar can't be killed or hurt except temporarily, and you yourself can't be physically harmed at all.  But there ARE hazards in the virtual world...griefers, pranksters, scam artists, and emotional dangers.  Lindal Kidd has been teaching Second Life Avatar Safety for over five years, and we are happy to have her as a guest lecturer.  Whether you are new to Second Life or an "old hand" you will be sure to learn something!

Contact info:
IM or NC:  mmorganwhitfield



About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest

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If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

Saturday, September 12, 2015

Center Ground Group Remembers Paolo Rousselot

Paolo Rousselot- Image borrowed from his SL Profile


It is with deep sadness that I learned over the weekend, that one of the founding members of Center Ground has passed. Paolo Rousselot was active in many environmental activities and groups. He was a major force in the SL 350 campaign, which is an international effort to raise awareness of the need to reduce the CO2 levels in the atmosphere.

Paolo was an original owner of much the land that the Center Ground sim now occupies in Hans Loso. He was a very down to earth individual with a strong passion for blues music as illustrated by his build of "Paolo's Blues by the Lake". It was one of the best juke joints SL has ever seen.  Paolo also displayed his spiritual side with the recreation of a traditional lodge that was used by Native Americans. When you entered the lodge the space felt sacred.

Paolo also built a virtual showroom of his RL business, "Heatsavers".  It was during the time when Paolo had an office on the Etopia sim that I met him and we hit it off immediately.  As I look back he was one of the few people that took a new resident like me seriously. Through his suggestions and direct help, I had a crash course in buying land and building for what would eventually be the SL version of my RL Sustainable Home project.

It was also on the Etopia sim that Paolo and I met Tatia Andel and Flower Ninetails. We would eventually form the nucleus of Center Ground. Paolo was one of the coolest people I have had the honor of meeting on and off the SL grid. Although we had not been in as close of contact as we were earlier in our SL, I feel a personal loss.

Take Care My Friend it was good to know you  
CG Principle Manager
Luchenpur Darwin

Paolo Rousselot 12/26/2006-6/2015
  

About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest

If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

Saturday, August 29, 2015

Center Ground Group Announces Second Life Avatar Safety, Presented By Lindal Kidd, Saturday September 26 5 PM SLT At the Care and Hope Center


 
Second Life is a safe place.  Your avatar can't be killed or hurt except temporarily, and you yourself can't be physically harmed at all.  But there ARE hazards in the virtual world...griefers, pranksters, scam artists, and emotional dangers.  Lindal Kidd has been teaching Second Life Avatar Safety for over five years, and we are happy to have her as a guest lecturer.  Whether you are new to Second Life or an "old hand" you will be sure to learn something!
 

 

Location:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/237/59/65
 
  
Contact info:
email: mailto:morganmickalobe@gmail.com
IM or NC:  mmorganwhitfield 
 
 
About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest
 
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If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com


SL Group 
Center Ground

Saturday, August 1, 2015

Center Ground Group Announces Center Ground Block Party and Hunt August 1st at 9 am slt




It’s the middle of the summer, and time for a block party. That’s right! The Center Ground Business District, in collaboration with WMBC SL Radio is holding the first annual Center Ground Block Party and full sim Hunt, Saturday August 1, 2015.  Everything starts at 9 AM SLT


  
About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest


If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

SL Contact
Luchenpur Darwin

SL Group
Center Ground


Friday, January 23, 2015

Center Ground Group presents "Late Night Center Ground with DJ Scorpio Aeon”- Sunday Nights 8:30-10:30 pm SLT




DJ Scorpio Aeon continues his “Month of Sundays” at Late Night Center Ground for January. Join him, and Host QT Serenity, Sunday nights 8:30-10:30 PM SLT, for great contemporary R n B.
And Jazz music to cap off your weekend. Grown, Sexy, and Jazzy. This week we have a special giveaway from “Elegance”, one of the shops in the business district
Dress to Impress:
Bring a friend or two.
And "Don't forget those Dancing Shoes"


 Late Night Center Ground is underwritten by the Center Ground Business District. Visit our collection of stores and galleries.  Rental spaces available  


About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest

                                                 
                     
SL Group
Center Ground


If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Center Ground Group presents " Late Night Center Ground with DJ StarChild Sinclair”




Join DJ StarChild Sunday evenings, from 8:30-10:30PM SLT for "The Sunday Groove". The music is design to help you spin down your weekend in a smooth and mellow way. The lovely and talented QT Serenity is your host.  Stop by for a while, check out the set and pick up the weekly gift. 
 Dress to Impress
Bring a friend to chill with and don’t forget to bring those dancing shoes

 Late Night Center Ground is underwritten by the Center Ground Business District. Visit our collection of stores and galleries.  Rental spaces available  


About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest

                                                              


If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Center Ground Group presents " Halloween Party with Mizz Dibou at The Art Cafe of Center Ground”- October 28th 7pm SLT



Mizz Dibou makes her long awaited return with the Nu Soul Neo Soul Show broadcasting live from Center Ground'sHalloween Party at The Art Cafe, Tuesday October 28 at 7PM SLT. Curator Judi Lynn will be there with trivia and prizes along with host Charity Richez to keep the party popping.
Dress in your best costumes
Bring a friend and bring those dancing shoes
 Known in SL and 1st Life as Judi Lynn, she “has made it a mission to share her vision and message as an artist with the global community.”  Her work can be seen at various galleries throughout Second Life, and here: http://theartofjudilynn.artistwebsites.com/
About Center Ground Group: Originally started by 4 environmentally focused leaders to discuss and promote true sustainable modeling, and preserve their ideas and dreams in the SL metaverse, now expanded to include arts and cultural interest
SL Group
Center Ground
If you would like more information on this topic IM Luchenpur Darwin inwolrd or e-mail Purnell_L@MartinPurnell.com

Monday, September 1, 2014

LAST DAY FOR MILLY SHARPLE @ The Art Cafe-Center Ground! Now until 7pm SLT Tonight!



Our beloved Milly Sharple has retired from the SL Arts scene. Don't miss the last chance to enjoy and collect her most recent pieces shared with the SL grid! Show closes tonight at 7pm SLT! Grab your cab below!
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/183/52/73

Monday, April 21, 2014

Center Ground Group presents "Earth Week 2014" Beginning April 19, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:


Earth Day is an annual event, celebrated on April 22, on which events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network,http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth_Day_Network - cite_note-1 and celebrated in more than 192 countries each year. Numerous communities celebrate Earth Week, an entire week of activities focused on environmental issues.

The Center Ground Group kicks off its’ observance of “Earth Week” on Saturday April 19, 2014

Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Center Ground Gallery Final Viewing of 2013 Art Exhibit From 1/1/14-3/3/14


For the Art Lovers in SL! Today through Friday, January 3, 2014, the work of Layachi Ihnen, Jeanvince Admiral, Miles Barbasz, Xirana Oximoxi, Ohsoleomio, Waltkeys Faith, and JudiLynn India will be on display.

Come enjoy the vibrancy of ideas and colors from these real world artists before the Center Ground Gallery closes for a new 2014 beginning! Of course, all pieces are for sale. 

The Gallery will close on January 5th for renovation - to reopen soon! Keep your eyes open for the announcement! 

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http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Han%20Loso/208/60/65

 
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