Seven Years and Still Running: London City Celebrates its 7th Anniversary All September By Lilya Luv

London City’s 7th anniversary celebrations all this month

London City is celebrating its 7th anniversary this month with events every day. As one of the longest running and popular communities, London City is mainstay in Second Life. Just under a year ago London City collaborated with Linden Lab to launch London City Gateway as a way for newbies to learn the ropes. We speak with Torric Rodas, founder of London City, about the community, why he thinks London City is an attraction in Second Life, and we find out the weirdest thing that happened to him.

What do you enjoy most about the London City community?

Diversity. The huge variety of different people popping through every day. London City receives about 3,000 unique visitors each day, all with different perspectives on life.

What do you think it is about London City that attracts people?

The estate hopefully covers most bases of a self contained city. It has over a hundred stores all in London Streets. Five clubs for different lifestyles including a dedicated LGBT venue, Madame Lala's. We also have a large hangout area, a comprehensive freebie shop, a park, residential regions, and a landscaped region--many people live and work here.

In December 2015 London City Gateway opened. It is an official Community Gateway run under the guidance of Linden Lab and welcomes many hundreds of brand new users each and every day.

Trafalgar Square in London City

What are some weird things you have seen happen here over the years or while you were a moderator?

All sorts every day. Someone landed a 40 meter zeppelin next to me as I am writing this.

What would you recommend newbies do when they come to London City?

We encourage new users to begin with the New User Tutorial in the London City Gateway first.  It has a basic walk-through tutorial, where at the end they can elect to either enter the community immediately, or take a left turn and go on to the more in depth lessons. Once in London City, there is a huge freebie store for those who want to customize their look, or they can hang out and make friends in the hub area.

You can take a ride in London City’s double-decker bus

What are some upcoming events related to the 7-year celebration?

Events are run 7 days a week, with a weekend concert every Saturday at 12:00PM SLT.

For example, more recently we had a very tongue in cheek tribute to Televangelism with a full show starring Vestal Virgin. On Saturday September 17, we will have a special party on the mainland region, Mephilo Tor. There is a small parcel there that we still own. It is where we first started London City, but we ran out of room within 6 months and moved to private islands.

We have a tribute act every Saturday produced and choreographed  by our own team, The London Players.

The parcel in Mephilo Tor where it all began in 2009 for London City

Is there anything else you would like to say about the London City community?

We recognise the differences that exist between people beyond age and experience, such as gender, race, ethnicity, mental and physical ability, creed, colour, caste, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, education, marital, financial and other statuses.  We believe that the differences and varied perspectives of life that people bring with them, has a positive impact on the community and is a strength to be embraced.  

And on a personal note, I would like to thank the cast and crew of London City, the admins, support agents, merchants, visitors and our patrons. Without them, London City would never have become the most popular destination in Second Life.

To check out London City’s latest events and celebration, visit http://mainlandlondon.blogspot.co.uk/ or teleport to London City.

Additional Information:
SLURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/London%20City/92/221/24
URL: http://mainlandlondon.blogspot.co.uk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LondonSecondLife
Preferred contact: Torric Rodas

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Never Forget: Second Life Residents Honor the Victims and Commemorate the 15th Anniversary of 9/11 by Lilya Luv

9/11 Memorial - Always Remember, Never Forget

Today marks the 15th anniversary of  9/11 and Second Life’s residents are honoring and the victims throughout the grid. Memorial services and tributes of remembrance honoring the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center site, near Shanksville, Pa., and at the Pentagon, as well as the six people killed in the World Trade Center bombing in February 1993 will happen today.

We speak with three organizers to find out why these memorial services mean to them and why it should be important to us: Bryston Vanvleck, founder of 9/11 Memorial - Always Remember, Never Forget; Ethan MacAlpin, owner of Highlands of Scotland; and Geena Zackerly-Magic of 911 Memorial on Stagg Island.

What is your motivation for creating this memorial?

Bryston: Back in 2008 I decided to hold a small memorial in my NYC Loft & Apartment store and was surprised by the number of visitors and the outpouring of emotions that day. Each year I added a few more items until finally I created a stand alone memorial. Today I am proud to be hosting this event for the 8th year. My hope is to make sure no one ever forgets the people who lost their lives on 9/11 and to always remember the heroes who displayed extraordinary acts of courage. It's why I named my 9/11 Memorial Always Remember, Never Forget.

Ethan: I originally created the memorial in 2011 for the 10th anniversary of 9/11. The town I helped manage had a town square and we thought it would be a nice thing to have to contribute our own [a virtual memorial] memorial to all those going on in the real world. The two towers, encircled by a pentagon seemed to be appropriate.

Geena: This memorial is the second rendition of Stagg Island's 911 Memorial. It was modernized to imitate the grounds in Manhattan. Fazio Magic, the creator wanted to make it look more like the footprints with the waterfalls that now sit where the buildings once stood.

Effigy at 9/11 Memorial - Always Remember, Never Forget

What can we expect tomorrow at your event tomorrow?

Bryston: Tears... lots of tears and stories from people who lost loved ones on 9/11. Others like to discuss what they were doing that day and how those horrible events affected them. I have many that come and just stare out the window at the Twin Towers, dreaming about what used to be. It's an emotional day for all of us.

Always Remember, Never Forget is an all day event with moment of silences being observed at the following EST times:

8:46 a.m. (5:46 am SLT): Flight 11 crashes into the North Tower (1 World Trade Center.)

9:03 a.m. (6:03 am SLT): Flight 175 crashes into the South Tower (2 World Trade Center)

9:37 a.m. (6:37 am SLT): Flight 77 crashes into the Pentagon, near Washington, D.C.

9:59 a.m. (6:59 am SLT): The South Tower (2 World Trade Center) collapses.

10:03 a.m. (7:03 am SLT): Flight 93 crashes into an empty field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania.

10:28 a.m. (7:28 am SLT): The North Tower (1 World Trade Center) collapses.

Ethan: We have weekly church services in the Highlands of Scotland with a different speaker each week. Since it was my Sunday and it fell on the anniversary of the event, I felt I should include a memorial part of the service. It will be a regular church service but during that time we will have a brief remembrance of those who perished and mark the 15th anniversary of the event.

The memorial service will start at 9:30 am SLT.

Geena: We will have at least 3 services today. The services are very moving with many parts. We will also have the military represented in uniform standing guard.

8:00 a.m. SLT

2:00 p.m. SLT

6:00 p.m. SLT

9/11 Memorial statue at Highlands of Scotland

What would be the main take away for your visitors?

Bryston: Remembrance and reflection. Never forgetting how that day changed the world forever.

Ethan: To remember those who lost their lives that day and to pray for a world where peace and love for our fellow human beings will triumph over war and hatred.

Geena: The 911 Memorial is dedicated to all Second life residents. I want them to know this will always be here for them to come visit and reflect. Many will come here tomorrow and talk amongst themselves about where they were that day. Many have come looking for their loved ones name on our wall.  It's a very emotionally moving day.

The 9/11 memorial on Stagg Island was created to be like a replica of the grounds in Manhanttan

What is the importance of this event to you?

Bryston: Always Remember, Never Forget is an extremely important event to me. I wanted to create a space where people could come and reflect upon the events of 9/11. Make them feel an array of emotions from sadness to anger. It is important to never forget the precious lives that were lost and the families that were torn apart forever, but also to recognize the evil that caused it and to always remain vigilant. Terrorism plagues the world of today and we must all come together to fight and destroy this evil.

Ethan: As a former firefighter, I, like many others, were deeply affected by the losses that day, especially from so many servants of the public who bravely ran toward the buildings when others ran from them. If my memorial monument and my words can honour them in any way I am very glad to play a small part in making sure they are not forgotten.

Geena: It is very moving and I strongly encourage all Second Life residents to come to one of the services. This memorial means everything to me and Faz. It was his vision and it will stand as long as we can leave it up.

You can visit each of the follow memorials tomorrow at the following locations:

• 9/11 Memorial - Always Remember, Never Forget
• Highlands of Scotland
• 911 Memorial on Stagg Island

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{amiable} Lace Up Heel with Socks Gacha & 3rd Anniversary GIFT@the Chapter Four. May 4th-May 20th

❤This is {amiable} new shoes Gacha@ the Chapter Four!!

✿ only the fitted mesh included. Please try on DEMO, before buying!!

✿The RARE has Socks Texture Change HUD for all shoes.

If you got the RARE, you can change the socks texture for RARE and also COMMONS.

✿This round is TCF 3rd Anniversary round!! Please don't miss it.

Most of all booths have special limited GIFT welcome to you.

Need to join the Chapter Four group, but it is free!!

[Event Date: MAY 4-20]

{amiable}at the Chapter Four.

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✿{amiable}main store LM http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Loki/129/16/28

✿Group:  secondlife:///app/group/025fbac2-aa6f-af41-25c7-4e3361602a7d/about
✿{amiable}HP: http://amiablesl.blogspot.com
✿Market place https://marketplace.secondlife.com/ja-JP/stores/40167
✿Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/nodoka_happy 
✿Facebook https://www.facebook.com/nodokaVella

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Club Lion Celebrates 8th Year Anniversary on Saturday April 30th 2016

WOW 8 Years Club Lion Party Saturday 30 April 2016

 

Another great year has gone by and I can’t believe it’s already our 8 year Club Lion Celebration. You are all in for quite a treat. We spared no expense in bringing you an awesome Event, one like you’ve never seen before. You don’t want to miss it!!

 

We’d like to thank our singers in advance for participating in our celebration.

 

To all the amazing people who have made Club Lion what it is today we want to say a very special THANK YOU! The singers, audience and staff are amazing!

 

11 Hours full of awesome Singers, Shows & Dj's

 

6 am slt - 8 am slt : DJane Maria
8 am slt : Clairede Dirval
9 am slt - 11 am slt : DJ TOM
11 am slt - 12.30 pm slt : ML (master.lysios) Pink Floyd Special
12.30 pm slt - 1.15 pm slt : DARKO + ( ACES Dancer DreamBroken)
1.15 pm slt - 2 pm slt : Jen Waddington + ( ACES Dancer DreamBroken)
2 pm slt : Ricardo Avalira
3 pm slt : Shaye Dezno-Jonstone
4 pm slt : Leeman Convel and the Storm

 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Egret%20Key/112/35/3000

 

We look forward to welcoming you, and invite you to make us a place where you will come to enjoy a happy time with us. Come on over, and bring your friends!!

 

Team Club Lion

Team Club Lion
Owner : Huanita Wunderlich
Headhost : Evee Sturtevant
Hosts : Tatjana / Yolly / Niki
Barkeeper : Josef

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Happy 4th Year Anniversary Emerald Crystal Golf Course!

Four years ago on April 1st. LittleOneSusan Teardrop opened Emerald Crystal Golf Course in Second Life. Since then, ECGC has had numerous tournaments and fundraising events using an impressive Golf Club system. This system includes a Driver, 3 Woods, 5 Irons, 2 Wedges, and a putter  (12 clubs in all)  as well as a  marker that is mesh & 3D with a camera feature which allows SL Golfers to see their shots from start to where the ball lands! 

LittleOneSusan's dedication to the sport and attention to detail is apparent and gives SL Golfers the ability to play a realistic 18 Hole Game.  It is also a fun way to explore and challenge each other on a virtual course with beautiful scenic views and a fun experience. 

              
              Visit ECGC and celebrate by playing a round of golf today!
              
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http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Dark%20Sun%20Island/30/57/22

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Celebrating Seven Years of Success at Club Lion- Rere Sandalwood Reporting…

In an SL world where clubs come and go, coming across a club that has been around for seven years or more is rare.  Thus, when the SL Enquirer learned about Club Lion’s upcoming seven year anniversary, we decided to investigate the club’s key to longevity.

To further our investigation, we not only relied on club owner ℵITA (huanita.wunderlich), we also turned to her partner Ricardo AvalirA.

With over 152 people in attendance, the May 1, 2015 Club Lion Anniversary Celebration was, according to ℵITA (huanita.wunderlich) and her partner Ricardo Alvaliro, a huge success.  According to AvalirA, “ℵITA designed the whole [decorative] platform for the party, and she took some pics…” To get a better understanding of just how awesome the decorations were, ℵITA was kind enough to share her pictures with the SL Enquirer. 

In addition to ℵITA’s willingness to share the pictures she took of Club Lion’s Seven Year Anniversary, the SL Enquirer asked Alvaliro about his take on Club Lion’s key to longetivity. He states with no hesistation, “ℵITA’s vision and dedication to her venue.  She is meticulous…it is amazing to watch her create everything for her club….”

ℵITA’s meticulous nature is not only apparent in the way Club Lion is built, but it is also obvious when one takes a look at the surrounding landscape.  Delicate rose bushes, trees and neatly trimmed shrubbery surround the Club.  In addition, there is a sitting area available for patrons, as well as an area where patrons can candidly stare at the Club’s waterfront.

Outside of Club Lion’s entrance is a neatly decorated, grey cobblestoned entrance that connects to a black dancefloor trimmed in red.  In the middle of the dancefloor is the Club Lion’s name…a name that seems to spin and flash as a reflection of ℵITA’s accomplishments.

In addition to ℵITA’s meticulous nature, Ricardo AvalirA also credits her dedication to others as the key to her longevity.  He explains, “I use to sing at ℵITA’s club years ago…then I took a break…but I have been singing in SL for about five years…”

What is impressive about this comment is the fact that AvalirA not only worked for ℵITA prior to taking an SL break, but that he was allowed to return to his position as a singer at ℵITA’s Club Lion upon his return to SL. Though it is easy to assume that the reason for his easy return was due to his partnership with ℵITA, to dismiss his return on that basis is unmerited because it keenly demonstrates another secret to ℵITA’s longevity:  cultivating and keeping strong relationships with her employees.

  ℵITA Discusses How Cultivating Friendships Has Led to Club Lion’s Longevity

ℵITA states in a matter of fact fashion, “Well, [many club owners] just set up a box…a stage, and call that a club…and sometimes, I really wonder about that…” She smiles, then continues, “…you have to stand by your club and your singers…There is so much work to running a club. People just think they can open a club and make money...lol. For me, I find that if the chemistry between the singers, as well as the hosts and other employees is ok with me, that often helps me to keep them as long term employees…”

With honesty and friendship acting as a foundation to Club Lion’s longevity, ℵITA’s vision, according to her profile page, “…was to create a place where people in Second Life could come to have fun, meet new people, here great music [specifically live performances, though there is a DJ themed event at her Goth Club on Thursdays, too], or just to relax.” This philosophy is regularly practiced by ℵITA on a daily basis, and she ascertains that this practice is similar to what many have to do on a daily basis in RL.  She contends, “[yes, cultivating and maintaining friendships in SL] is like RL…there are some that like you and some that don’t…you can’t change that…you can only try to make people feel comfortable…treat people like how you want to be treated.”

One of many ways ℵITA treats others…specifically her employees…the way she would like to be treated is by regularly supporting them when they perform at other venues. For instance, she recently supported Ricardo AvalirA’s performance at Sunshine’s Cove Beach Club and Mermaid’s Reef (61, 75, 22).  While ℵITA contends that this is normal and in keeping to being partnered with AvalirA, she acknowledges that this kind of support is rare when it comes to SL employee relationships.  She contends, “Supporting one another should happen, but [I know] it does not happen often enough…”

Because ℵITA is so steadfast in her support, her staff members, in turn are very helpful to her.  She explains, “I have a good staff too…they help me a lot, and they also live with me on the [Club Lion] sim, so I have the best people around me…”

 Multitasking and Asking for Help:  Another Secret to Club Lion’s Longevity

Besides cultivating positive and long term relationships with her employees, ℵITA contends that it is also important to ask for help…particularly if you are interested in opening a club of your own.  “I would strongly suggest to consult with someone who is experienced in running a club….”  ℵITA continues, “[because]..there are many things that can go wrong. But the biggest thing is that you believe in what you're doing...and keep strong!”

Besides having a strong belief in what she is doing, ℵITA stresses the importance of being talented in multiple SL sectors.  One way to express this talent is by multitasking, which ℵITA is a pro at. “In my spare time,” she explains, “I design clothes and make music globes—among other items—that I sell in my storefront.” Though she coughs to denote some sarcasm, the SL Enquirer has seen ℵITA multitask with ease.  This is because, in addition to designing clothes, ℵITA  is also a talented Believe me, when you run a club you don't have a lot of spare time. (cough) I design clothes and make music photographer and also runs a Goth Club. And though ℵITA coughs once more and says, “Believe me, when you run a club you don't have a lot of spare time…” the SL Enquirer urges everyone to look to ℵITA as a fine example of a Club Owner that not only DOES, but CAN multitask!

In the course of multitasking, ℵITA also advises that club owners should stay on their toes and be prepared for surprises. “You should always be ready for the unexpected and be prepared…There are so many things to do behind the scenes that nobody sees and believe me, it is a lot of work, but [also very] rewarding.”

 Helping Other Charities and Standing By Those That Work For You…

ℵITA believes that the best way a club owner can be duly rewarded in SL is by sticking by those that work for them rather than treat them like disposable commodities. ℵITA states, rather emphatically, “It's always been my dream to own a club and sl gave me that chance to live my dream…” she continues, “…and at times had to fight for that dream. [However,] I strongly believe that I am doing good for others by providing great singers from all over the world. It's always fun to meet new people who [later] become friends.”

Fueled by her belief in helping others, ℵITA cites her talent in doing so as one of her many accomplishments. She explains, “I have raised lindens for cancer charities and have done many singer contests…as well as contests for our guests [complete] with linden prizes.”  Thus, by reaching out to the community she serves, ℵITA has successfully built strong relationships with other organizations, as well as sufficiently catered to those that patronize her club.

Be mindful that ℵITA is very modest about her accomplishments.  However, all modesty aside, there is an aura of respect that exudes from an establishment that has been in SL for seven years.  For this reason and more, the SL Enquirer applauds ℵITA’s accomplishments, and offer our unconditional support in insuring that Club Lion remains a successful SL establishment. To ℵITA and the Club Lion staff, here is to another seven years in SL! 

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