TEAM DIABETES OF SECOND LIFE SUPPORTS NATIONAL DIABETES MONTH

WEBSITE: http://www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org/national-diabetes-month.html

SLURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Plush%20Nonprofit%20Commons/231/30/26

November is National Diabetes month! During this month, The American Diabetes Association uses the media to draw attention to diabetes awareness, prevention, treatments, and support mechanisms that are available to everyone.

This November, Team Diabetes of Second Life is joining National Diabetes month with several events planned:

●      November 1 to 30 - The Red Hunt in support of Team Diabetes of Second Life-http://www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org/the-red-hunt.html

●      November 4-National Diabetes Packets distributed via our group

●      November 4 to 30-Live Healthy Tips

●      November 15 to 30-Art Gacha in support of Team Diabetes of Second Life-http://www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org/art-gacha-event.html

●      November 20, 2016-3pm slt to 4pm slt-November & December Art Exhibition opening at The Red Gallery featuring live performer Melenda Mikael-http://www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org/the-red-gallery.html

●      November 27, 2016-1pm to 2pm slt-The Red Ball, sponsored by Ghee and featuring live performer Mimi Carpenter

A free National Diabetes information  pack will be available at the Team Diabetes of Second Life’s official office at the Nonprofit Commons complex. This pack will include awareness, prevention, and treatment information from the American Diabetes and goodies for Second Life avatars!

About Team Diabetes of Second life

Team Diabetes of Second Life is an official and authorised fund-raiser for the American Diabetes Association in Second Life. Established with the aim of raising funds in support of diabetes treatment and to raise awareness of the disease in SL, Team Diabetes of Second Life was founded by Jessi2009 Warrhol and John Brianna (Johannes1977 Resident), and is served by an advisory board comprising Eleseren Brianna, Veruca Tammas, Sandie Loxingly, Rob Fenwitch, Earth Nirvana and Dawnbeam Dreamscape, with Saiyge Lotus serving as a special advisor.

About The American Diabetes Association:

The American Diabetes Association’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fights for those affected by diabetes by funding research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association delivers services to hundreds of communities and provides objective and credible information and resources about diabetes.

Free resources are available in English and Spanish at http://www.diabetes.org and 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2382).

For More Information:

www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org

https://teamdiabetesofsecondlife.wordpress.com

http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?px=11304578&fr_id=11331&pg=personal (The official American Diabetes Association page for Team Diabetes of Second Life)

www.diabetes.org

http://www.idf.org/membership/meet-our-members (Website to find diabetes information in your home country)

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SCARE ME SILLY EVENT IN SUPPORT OF TEAM DIABETES OF SECOND LIFE Dates: October 13 to 31, 2016

Slurl:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Water%20Haven/146/138/22

Website: http://www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org/scare-me-silly-event.html

Team Diabetes of Second Life is pleased to announce the opening of the charity’s first major event of the season, Scare Me Silly! Scare Me Silly will take place from October 13 to October 31 and feature live performances, DJ parties, a 30 plus prize hunt, shopping, tricks, and treats!

Participating merchants include: AZUL, alme. Ghee, BYRNE, Spyralle, Zuri Jewelry, Feyline Fashions, TASHI, KL Couture, Windlight Workz, IC From Within Presents Autumn-unique art & Artistic Decor, Artwork by Sandi Benelli, Mahlberg Tailors, Romance Couture, EED Exquisite Eye Decorations, [Co’motion], Marquesse, Miss Darcy, Facepalm, TRS Designs, Emerald Couture, Sin Original, Thunder Fashion for Men, Fair Weather Fashion, Stone’s Works, by Chiana Oh, Sweet E’s Designs, Potomac Signature Homes, Lillou Merlin Designs, Park Place Home Decor, Sonatta Morales, [:Rad Design], Chop Zuey, Gee, Abstract Soul, .:Jullytobe:., Pink Ice Boutique, Lady Dragon’s Design, Designs by Soosy, Whimsical Happenings, BORN IN 19921, Art by Euca, Divine Ink Tattoo Parlour, PinUp Tattoo Style, and Cosmo Botique-Plants For Homes.

Performances and events will feature storytelling by Seanchai Library, audience participation cabaret by Whymsee, tribute concerts by Bad Amp Tribute Bands, DJ parties by Veruca Tammas, Sandi Loxingly, Johannes1977 Resident, and Mia Deluca. Other activities include haunted rides, 7Seas Fishing, a photo contest, and the Great Pumpkin Hunt.

About Team Diabetes of Second Life and The American Diabetes Association:

Team Diabetes of Second Life (SL) is an official and authorized team of The American Diabetes Association. The goal of Team Diabetes of SL is to raise awareness and funds in support of diabetes.

​The American Diabetes Association’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fights for those affected by diabetes by funding research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association delivers services to hundreds of communities and provides objective and credible information and resources about diabetes.

Free resources are available in English and Spanish at www.diabetes.org and 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383).

For More Information:

www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org

https://teamdiabetesofsecondlife.wordpress.com

http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?px=11304578&fr_id=11331&pg=personal (The official American Diabetes Association page for Team Diabetes of Second Life)

www.diabetes.org

http://www.idf.org/membership/meet-our-members (Website to find diabetes information in your home country)

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GRAND OPENING OF THE RED GALLERY IN SUPPORT OF TEAM DIABETES OF SECOND LIFE

Saturday, September 24, 2016

2PM TO 3PM SLT

SLURL:  http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bailywick/155/96/1887

Team Diabetes of Second Life is pleased to announce the grand opening of The Red Gallery. The Red Gallery will raise funds for Team Diabetes of Second Life via art exhibitions and events. Team Diabetes of Second Life is an official and authorized team of The American Diabetes Association.

The inaugural exhibition will feature the following artists:

Layachi Inchen
Aradia Aridian
Sheba Blitz
Eucalyptus Carroll
Kodymeyers Resident
Ilyra Chardin
Tisephone Resident
Doasilike Resident
Ramsa Luv
Timaaj Resident
Methisa Kira
John Brianna (Johannes1977 Resident)

The Red Gallery is curated by Kultivate Magazine Owner John Brianna (Johannes1977 Resident) and Eleseren Brianna, Kultivate COO. Live performer Phemie Alcott will provide one hour of music at the grand opening. The dress code for this event is formal and the exhibition will be on display for 2 months.

About Team Diabetes of Second Life and The American Diabetes Association:

Team Diabetes of Second Life (SL) is an official and authorized team of The American Diabetes Association. The goal of Team Diabetes of SL is to raise awareness and funds in support of diabetes.

​The American Diabetes Association’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fights for those affected by diabetes by funding research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association delivers services to hundreds of communities and provides objective and credible information and resources about diabetes.

Free resources are available in English and Spanish at www.diabetes.org and 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383).

For More Information:

www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org

https://teamdiabetesofsecondlife.wordpress.com

http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?px=11304578&fr_id=11331&pg=personal (The official American Diabetes Association page for Team Diabetes of Second Life)

www.diabetes.org

http://www.idf.org/membership/meet-our-members (Website to find diabetes information in your home country)

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Team Diabetes of Second Life to Return for a Second Season

We are pleased to announce the second season of Team Diabetes of Second Life! Team Diabetes of Second Life is an official and authorized team of The American Diabetes Association. The mission of Team Diabetes of Second Life is to raise awareness, tolerance, and funds for diabetes in the virtual world of Second Life.

According to the World Health Organization (2016): 422 million adults in the world have diabetes and 1.5 million deaths are directly attributed to diabetes each year.

Team Diabetes of Second Life was founded by Jessii2009 Warrhol and Johannes1977 Resident and will continue functioning in the form of an advisory board, with a coordinator leading the TEam Diabetes of Second Life effort. The 2016 Team Diabetes of Second Life Coordinator is Johannes1977 Resident and the 2016 Team Diabetes of Second Life Advisory Board members are: Jessii2009 Warrhol, Dawnbeam Dreamscape, Eleseren Brianna, Veruca Tammas, Sandie Loxingly, Rob Fenwitch, and Earth Nirvana. Saiyge Lotus is a special advisor to the advisory board.

The official Team Diabetes of Second Life's season will take place from October 2016 to January 2016, with the following events scheduled to take place:

Off Season Event - October 13 to October 31 - Scare Me Silly Shopping Event

November 1 to November 30 - National Diabetes Month

November 1 to November 30 - The Red Hunt

November TBD - The Red Ball

November TBD - The Red Hop Around Shopping Event

November TBD - The Edge Anniversary Events

December 8 to December 18 - The Windlight Winter Art Show and Winter Merchant Showcase

January 2017 - TBD - Tour de SL Bike Race and Season Closing Events

In addition to the events mentioned above, individuals, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to hold fundraising events in support of Team Diabetes of Second Life! An official fundraising toolkit will be available to the Second Life Public on August 1, 2016 at the organization’s office in the Nonprofit Commons in Second Life.

About The American Diabetes Association:

The American Diabetes Association’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fights for those affected by diabetes by funding research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association delivers services to hundreds of communities and provides objective and credible information and resources about diabetes.

Free resources are available in English and Spanish at http://www.diabetes.org and 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2382).

For More Information:

www.teamdiabetesofsecondlife.org

https://teamdiabetesofsecondlife.wordpress.com

http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?px=11304578&fr_id=11331&pg=personal (The official American Diabetes Association page for Team Diabetes of Second Life)

www.diabetes.org

http://www.idf.org/membership/meet-our-members (Website to find diabetes information in your home country)

WEBSITE: WWW.TEAMDIABETESOFSECONDLIFE.ORG

SLURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Plush%20Non%20Profit%20Commons/221/30/26/

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Fundraising Kiosks Now Available For Team Diabetes of Second Life & Upcoming Fundraising Events! October 1st-20th

Website: www.teamdiabetesofsl.org

In World Location: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Plush%20Nonprofit%20Commons/228/35/26/

Fundraising kiosks are now available for Team Diabetes of Second Life! You can obtain a fundraising kiosk by visiting our headquarters at The NonProfit Commons! 100% donations goes to The American Diabetes Association!

We also have the following upcoming events:

Fall 2015 Showcase: October 1 to October 15:
October 1, 2015 kiosks off the very first off season fundraising event for Team Diabetes-The Fall 2015 Showcase! This event, which will alternate with the seasons, currently features 15 creators in Second Life, who have generously agreed to have one item in one of our official vendors! The generous creators and brands participating are: BattleBeast Breedables, Park Place Home Décor, Aphrodite Shop, Hearthaven Photography, & Creations, Feyline Fashions, Meshopotamia, Tres Beau, Potomac Signature Homes, Moonstar, JOH, Windlight Magazine, Epic Chromatic, and Pink Ice Boutique. 100% proceeds from the sale of these items will also go to The American Diabetes Association. You can find out more about the Fall 2015 Showcase by visiting the following link: http://teamdiabetesofsl.org/events/fall-showcase-2015/

Art in Hats 2015: November 4 to November 14, 2015:
Registration is still open for artists, designers, creators, bloggers, and photographers for Art in Hats 2015! Entertainers and performers are also needed! For more information: www.artinhats.com

Red and…Hunt presented by Nirvana Projects: November 1 to November 30, 2015:
Registration is open for the Nirvana Projects sponsored Red and…Hunt! This hunt will feature red items with all hunt items for the low price of 2 lindens! 100% proceeds will also go to The American Diabetes Association! To register: https://4stores2behunted.wordpress.com/be-hunted/application-2/

Of course we encourage individuals, organizations, and businesses to hold their own fundraisers in support of Team Diabetes of Second Life! Please contact Johannes1977 Resident for more information or visit our website: www.teamdiabetesofsl.org

About Team Diabetes of Second Life:
Team Diabetes of Second Life was founded by Jessii2009 Warrhol and Johannes1977 Resident. The organization will function in the form of an advisory board, with a coordinator leading the Team Diabetes of Second Life effort. The 2015 Team Diabetes of Second Life Coordinator is Jessii2009 Warrhol and the 2015 Team Diabetes of Second Life Advisory Board Members are: Johannes1977 Resident, Emma Portilo, Veruca Tammas, Sandie Loxingly, Rob Fenwitch, and

About The American Diabetes Association:
The American Diabetes Association’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fights for those affected by diabetes by funding research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association delivers services to hundreds of communities and provides objective and credible information and resources about diabetes.

Free resources are available in English and Spanish at http://www.diabetes.org and 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383).

The American Diabetes Association is currently celebrating its 75th year in existence! For the 75th anniversary, the American Diabetes Association is honoring decades of progress in diabetes treatment, management and quality of life, and our role in these advancements.

– See more at: http://www.diabetes.org/about-us/75th-anniversary

For More Information:
www.teamdiabetesofsl.org
http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?px=11304578&pg=personal&fr_id=10000 (Official Team Diabetes of SL American Diabetes Association Online Page)
http://www.idf.org/membership/meet-our-members (website to find international assistance with diabetes research, prevention, and general information)
www.diabetes.org
www.artinhats.com
https://4stores2behunted.wordpress.com/be-hunted/application-2/

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Formation of Team Diabetes of Second Life

Website: www.teamdiabetesofsl.org

In World Location: 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Plush%20Non%20Profit%20Commons/221/30/26/

We are pleased to announce the formation of Team Diabetes of Second Life! Team Diabetes of 

Second Life is an official and authorized team of The American Diabetes Association. The 

mission of Team Diabetes of Second Life is to raise awareness, tolerance, and funds for diabetes 

in the virtual world of Second Life.

According to the World Health Organization, in 2014, diabetes was estimated to be among 9% of 

all adults (18 and up) worldwide and by 2030, diabetes will be the 7th leading cause of death. 

Team Diabetes of Second Life was founded by Jessii2009 Warrhol and Johannes1977 Resident. 

The organization will function in the form of an advisory board, with a coordinator leading the 

Team Diabetes of Second Life effort. The 2015 Team Diabetes of Second Life Coordinator is 

Jessii2009 Warrhol and the 2015 Team Diabetes of Second Life Advisory Board Members are: 

Johannes1977 Resident, Emma Portilo, Veruca Tammas, Sandie Loxingly, Rob Fenwitch, and 

Earth Nirvana. Saiyge Lotus is a special advisor to the advisory board.

The official Team Diabetes of Second Life season will take place from November 2015 to 

February 2016, with the following events planned:

 Off Season Event – October 1 to October 15, 2015 – Fall Second Life Showcase

 Official Season – November 1 2015 to February 15, 2015

 November 1 – Team Diabetes of Second Life Season Begins

 Entire Month of November – National Diabetes Month

 Entire Month of November – Team Diabetes Red Hunt

 November 4 to 14 – Art in Hats

 December 1 to 15 – Winter Second Life Showcase

 December 1 to 30 – Windlight Magazine’s Art Showcase

 January 2016 – TBD – Tour de SL Bike Race

 February 2016 – Team Diabetes Heart Ball

In addition to the events mentioned above, individuals, businesses, and organizations are 

encouraged to hold fundraising events in support of Team Diabetes of Second Life! An official 

fundraising toolkit will be available to the Second Life Public on September 1, 2015 at the 

organization’s office in Nonprofit Commons.

About The American Diabetes Association:

The American Diabetes Association’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the 

lives of all people affected by diabetes. The American Diabetes Association leads the fight 

against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fights for those affected by diabetes by funding 

research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes.

The American Diabetes Association delivers services to hundreds of communities and provides 

objective and credible information and resources about diabetes.

Free resources are available in English and Spanish at http://www.diabetes.org and 1-800-

DIABETES (1-800-342-2383).

The American Diabetes Association is currently celebrating its 75th year in existence! For the 

75th anniversary, the American Diabetes Association is honoring decades of progress in diabetes 

treatment, management and quality of life, and our role in these advancements.

– See more at: http://www.diabetes.org/about-us/75th-anniversary

For More Information: 

www.teamdiabetesofsl.org

http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?px=11304578&pg=personal&fr_id=10000 (Official Team 

Diabetes of SL American Diabetes Association Online Page)

www.diabetes.org

www.artinhats.com

http://www.idf.org/membership/meet-our-members (website to find international assistance with 

diabetes research, prevention, and general information)

Read More