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Saturday, January 15, 2011

The North Pole, Off-Season



Stacey checks in from the North Pole.



Stacey, as you know, is part Smurf. Smurfs are of the Elf family, and thus have superb organizational and induistrial skill sets. Regular elves do all the important work, but Smurfs fill a valuable niche in North Pole society.


Stacey serves as the Minister Of Information for the North Pole. That, and her duties here at the Enquirer, keep her very busy. She is one of a select group who know if you've been naughty or nice, so I would recommend advertising with us.


She is also the editor at the North Pole Times, but you can only read it if you've been more gooder than you've been. Otherwise, it looks a lot like this paper.


This is actually me just banging out a few paragraphs while concurrently getting some use out of a cute picture I have of me waging the InfoWar at the North Pole Times. However, if you want to make sure the elves and reindeer aren't slacking, you can do a search for Santa's Workshop and check things out for yourself.


We'll be back later in the week with some very important football and hockey games.

Thursday, January 13, 2011

SPOTLIGHT FEATURE: Spotlight on Timbo Smythe, Personal Assistant to Lanai Jarrico



With all the new changes for 2011, it means keeping organized and staying focused. 
Since I am always busy and a mess when it comes to containing the flurry of emails and in world inquiries that come my way on a daily basis on top of being a college student and managing a household, a girl gets pretty dang tired and needs a little bit of assistance.

My only alternative was to find a personal assistant who can keep up with me and get the job done. With a month under his belt, He is already proving to be my very own Fonzworth Bentley without the tacky bowtie and umbrella. Not that I run him like D.Piddy runs Bad boy…












Image borrowed from Big pictures USA


 I thought it would be appropriate to break in my new PA by putting him in the hot seat and see how well he can handle it without quitting and de-friending me at the same time.  If he passes this test, expect to see him around the Media Center looking sharp in a suit and ready to assist.

 Please meet Timbo Smythe

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

FASHION - Miss Eagles's Rave 2011 - The candidates

Here below, in a list, the names of the candidates that will subscribe to the contest, together with their choices. Once we receive the info on the dresses they choose, the list will be updated.

FASHION - Last days to subscribe to the new Miss Eagle's Rave 2011 contest!

Only few days left to subscribe to this wonderful contest, the subscriptions will be closing on the 16th of January and the first evening will be held on the 28th of January! For the details please read below, and for further information you can contact Robert67 Soulstar (SIM Owner), Natasha Bracula (SIM Manager) or Mara Klaber (SIM Media Manager). Hurry up, only few days remaining to have the possibility of becoming the firt "Miss Eagle's Rave 2011"!

Monday, January 10, 2011

Welcome to the Brand New SLE!



We are starting off the New year with a New host, more options and less hassle.  Take some time out to browse the new site and get familiar. Our goal is to provide you with the best reading experience in an easy to find what you want to read about, kinda way.

If you are interested in booking an SLE Journalist to cover your grand opening, event, new product launch or want to  recommend someone for a spotlight feature contact us at slenquirer@gmail.com and an SLE representative will be with you!  ~Lanai Jarrico

SL ARTS & LITERATURE: “Sikh Life” Celebrates Traditions of Art, Literature, and Community Service

Singh Albatross and the Writer's Center at Sikh Life
I love talking to people about their passion!  Through out Second Life (SL) you can find people who have discovered the productive and creative means to explore and express themselves – to virtually “find their bliss.”  If we are lucky, they make the fruits of that exuberance available to others.   Singh Albatros is not a stranger to the metaverse. He wandered onto the grid many months ago and, like many of us, didn’t immediately find a place that engaged him.  Returning to do research for a short story, he became connected with the writing community and was inspired by the possibilities of SL as a tool.  “Sikh Life” (pronounced “seek life”) was born out of Singh’s passion, inspiration, and commitment to his faith with its basic tenants of tolerance, service, and the inspirations of poetry and music.

GOHA Playoffs


Hockey Krishnas all over SL will be in Nirvanice this week as the Global Online Hockey Association playoffs are waged.



Rinks all over SL will be filled with Polar Bears, Icee Lords, Cobras, Wolves, Whales, Storms, and Mammoths, among other things. GOHA has North American and European divisions, and all of them are vying for suprem-ice-y this week.


GOHA events are staged in a variety of hockey rinks, all set in fan-friendly arenas. People are friendly. It's about 50/50 boy/girl there, as many of the skaters (and several of the better ones... Ashlene McMillian or something close to that had a hat trick at the game I was at last night) are female.


If you have an interest in ice hockey on SL, this is the best place I personally know of to check it out for yourself. Even if you don't like it, you can come there and ogle the Puckettes. The Puckettes are GOHA's cheerleaders, and yours truly is the short one with the dark hair.



Here's the playoff schedule:



European Playoffs:
Mon Jan 3, 2011-1:00 PM-Storm@Blades-Brooks Arena
Wed Jan 5, 2011-1:00 PM-Blades @ Storm-Brooks Arena
Fri Jan 7, 2011-1:00 PM-Storm@Blades-Brooks Arena
Sat Jan 8, 2011-9:30 AM-Blades @ Storm-Brooks Arena
Sun Jan 9, 2011-9:30 AM-Storm@Blades-Brooks Arena
Mon Jan 10, 2011-1:00 PM-Blades @ Storm-Brooks Arena
Wed Jan 12, 2011-1:00 PM-Storm@Blades-Brooks Arena


European Runner-Up Series (Winner gets 1st draft pick):
Mon Jan 3, 2011-11:30 AM-Ravens@Foxes-Cleary Arena
Wed Jan 5, 2011-11:30 AM-Foxes@Ravens-Jericho Hill Arena
Fri Jan 7, 2011-11:30 AM-Ravens@Foxes-Cleary Arena
Sat Jan 8, 2011-8:00 AM-Foxes@Ravens-Jericho Hill Arena
Sun Jan 9, 2011-8:00 AM-Ravens@Foxes-Cleary Arena
Mon Jan 10, 2011-11:30 AM-Foxes@Ravens-Jericho Hill Arena
Wed Jan 12, 2011-11:30 AM-Ravens@Foxes-Cleary Arena

North American Round 1(Winners move on to Round 2):
Tue Jan 4, 2011-6:00 PM-Ice Lords@Cobras-Cleary Arena
Tue Jan 4, 2011-7:15 PM-Wolves@Mammoth-Jericho Hill Arena
Thu Jan 6, 2011-6:00 PM-Mammoth@Wolves-Jericho Hill Arena
Thu Jan 6, 2011-7:15 PM-Cobras@Ice Lords-Cleary Arena
Sat Jan 8, 2011-2:00 PM-Ice Lords@Cobras-Cleary Arena
Sat Jan 8, 2011-3:30 PM-Wolves@Mammoth-Jericho Hill Arena
Sun Jan 9, 2011-2:00 PM-Mammoth@Wolves-Jericho Hill Arena
Sun Jan 9, 2011-3:30 PM-Cobras@Ice Lords-Cleary Arena
Tue Jan 11, 2011-6:00 PM-Ice Lords@Cobras-Cleary Arena
Tue Jan 11, 2011-7:15 PM-Wolves@Mammoth-Jericho Hill Arena
Thu Jan 13, 2011-6:00 PM-Mammoth@Wolves-Jericho Hill Arena
Thu Jan 13, 2011-7:15 PM-Cobras@Ice Lords-Cleary Arena
Sat Jan 15, 2011-2:00 PM-Ice Lords@Cobras-Cleary Arena
Sat Jan 15, 2011-3:30 PM-Wolves@Mammoth-Jericho Hill Arena


North American Runner-Up Series (Winners move on to round 2, winner of round 2 gets 1st draft pick):
Wed Jan 5, 2011-6:00 PM-Mustangs@Polar Bears-Brooks Arena
Wed Jan 5, 2011-7:15 PM-Moose@Whales-Jericho Hill Arena
Sat Jan 8, 2011-11:00 AM-Polar Bears@Mustangs-Brooks Arena
Sat Jan 8, 2011-12:30 PM-Whales@Moose-Cleary Arena
Sun Jan 9, 2011-11:00 AM-Moose@Whales-Jericho Hill Arena
Sun Jan 9, 2011-12:30 PM-Mustangs@Polar Bears-Brooks Arena
Mon Jan 10, 2011-6:00 PM-Polar Bears@Mustangs-Brooks Arena
Mon Jan 10, 2011-7:15 PM-Whales@Moose-Cleary Arena
Wed Jan 12, 2011-6:00 PM-Moose@Whales-Jericho Hill Arena
Wed Jan 12, 2011-7:15 PM-Mustangs@Polar Bears-Brooks Arena
Sat Jan 15, 2011-11:00 AM-Whales@Moose-Cleary Arena
Sat Jan 15, 2011-12:30 PM-Polar Bears@Mustangs-Brooks Arena
Sun Jan 16, 2011-11:00 AM-Mustangs@Polar Bears-Brooks Arena
Sun Jan 16, 2011-12:30 PM-Moose@Whales-Jericho Hill Arena

Come on down and get n-ice!

St. George Art Gallery @ Connemara Artist Reception January 15, Noon-2 PM slt ARTIST: 'Luciella Lutrova' *And presenting the musical talents of: 'Joaquin Gustav'

Issued: January 7, 2011
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Hiawatha Runningbear, Curator St. George

St. George Art Gallery @ Connemara Artist Reception January 15, Noon-2 PM slt
ARTIST:  'Luciella Lutrova' *And presenting the musical talents of: 'Joaquin Gustav'

  'LUCIELLA LUTROVA'
A Fine Arts Artist, born in  Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Studies : National School of Visual Arts
Painting  and Sculpture teacher.
Works can be seen in National Museum of Lujan and private collections in New York, BrazilChileand Venezuela.  
Last exhibitions in Buenos Aires:
Nordelta Art Gallery, August 2008.
Show Center, June 2009
Night Gallery, August / September 2009

'Psychic Medium Linda Lauren Creates Art For Positive Change'




Linda, who created Linda Lauren's Energy Art™, was recently written about in a&u Magazine where she explains how she uses Color Therapy to promote healing, positive intention, prosperity, spiritual growth and more.


To read this fabulous article:
click this link


Linda's artwork can also be seen and purchased at her SL store Seers. Bring some positive vibrations to your SL Home, business or playground!

Seers Metaphysical Store, ETU Abbracciare

Monday, December 27, 2010

SPORTS & LEISURE- Puckettes Calendar Available Stacey Cardalines Reporting...


Many major sports league utilize Stacey in their marketing...

A lot of people get all hung up at Holiday time, because they don't know what to get that Special Someone for a Christmas present.
Readers of this column won't have that problem, however... because they'll know that the 2011 Puckettes calendar is now available.
The Puckettes, who are the GOHA hockey cheerleaders, put out a calendar every year. The proceeds go to several Puckette-style ventures.
A Puckette calendar is 12 months of hockey cheerleader goodness. Each month is theme-driven, with one of the Puckettes representing each 30-31 days.

Eclectic Charisma News - Kwanzaa Celebration - Shon Charisma Reporting...


Kwanzaa Celebration
Last week, I introduced you to Alpha Virtual Learning Center, and this week, I'm showcasing an awesome event that they're putting on Tuesday, December 28, 2010, for Kwanzaa.

Sunday, December 26, 2010

ART & ENTERTAINMENT: Pop Art Display opened in Second Life-Sandy Demina reporting...


Morghana Savira
Staff Reporter
• Monday, December 20, 2010
A new exhibition area devoted to Pop Art has been opened on 23 November :the Pop Art Display (P.A.D.) http://slurl.com/secondlife/Solaris%20Island/46/167/486 .

By raising daily commonplace reality to the artistic dimension Pop Art accomplishes its transfiguration: it sheds light on what is closer yet often invisible to us and through such an artistic process it penetrates the meaning of life in mass society.

The identity of form and content in the advertised product undergoes a process of estrangement and reversal. In pop works of art the sexy element of images becomes disquieting, euphoria has a shade of melancholy, glamour and make-up are covered with a dim layer, precision is turned into provocation.

Pop Art has widened two key concepts of modern times, “double” and “dislocation”, and has highlighted mass media as the incessant producers of the double of everything. Most of our experience is the experience of the “other” reality, the one that the media have arranged for us and communicate to us.

Thursday, December 23, 2010

December 2010-SL Toys For Tots -Stacey cardalines Reporting...


All Stacey wants for Christmas is help for Toys For Tots... but she'll take a new pocketbook if Santa has one laying around.
Stacey visits Toys For Tots...
Without going on for too long about my personal life, I'll share this with you. I've been rich and I've been poor, and it's better being rich.
One of the better parts of beig wealthy is Christmas. I get some genuinely cool stuff. My husband, who is somewhat of an oaf, has actually figured out shopping. I'm French, and- especially with presents- the French have a well-deserved reputation for being difficult.
So... he simply gives his check one week to our babysitter Ellen, Ellen then takes me to the mall, and I get whatever I like. I just have to act all happy and unexpectant on Christmas morning, and everyone goes home happy.
Last year, I got a lovely overcoat, a necklace, and a trip to Quebec. The year before, I really cleaned up... new Volvo (the nanny only chose the color for me, after asking me what color I wanted). My nanny has since gone off to Dartmouth, but the Colonel simply switched gears and now my kid sister and I are going to the mall this Saturday.

SPORTS & LEISURE- Dance Ballet Academy Stacey Cardalines Reporting...


At 5 feet tall, Ballerina Stacey can still kick Kobe Bryant in the face.
You wouldn't have to hang out with me that long to figure out that I'm sort of a jock.
I'm the only one of my girlfriends who owns a hockey jersey. I'm the only person I've met here (outside of the people I met at the particular sims) who has watched a football practice. I'd have watched a football game as well, but I was in jail after a fistfight.
A good psychiatrist could probably convince me that I have some unresolved love-me-Daddy issues from my childhood, but I don't have time for that kind of sh*t. I just play a lot of golf, and maintain a level of fashion that makes Butch jokes not really work on me.
However, like any girl, I have a great deal of admiration for those who are Graceful. I'm not graceful, and say "Ooops" as much as "Hello" when I try to navigate a busy nightclub. It carries over into real life, as I was an awful waitress. You were getting your martini shaken, not stirred.
Of course, someone who plays on the computer as much as I do is bound to develop a little bit of manual dexterity, and a girl can use that skill to become a paragon of femininity. That's where this article is headed today.
There are certain girls who wield a bit more clout than others when people look at the Fairer Sex as a whole. Princesses, cheerleaders, diva-type singers, head nurses, Best Actresses and Supporting Aactresses, Miss (Your State Here), etc... if you're 8 year old daughter wants to grow up to be one, you know what I'm talking about.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010

The SL Enquirer has a New Email for this Website. SLENQUIRER@GMAIL.COM


SLENQUIRER@GMAIL.COM


If you have any inquiries about SLE or Interested in News Coverage for your Event, A Spotlight Feature on our front page or Advertising on SL Enquirer website.

Use the "Contact Us" Link or Opinion boxes found throughout the site or email us at slenquirer@gmail.com


If you are Interested in Becoming an official SLE Journalist, being Affiliated with The SL Enquirer Contact Lanai Jarrico directly at http://lanai_jarrico@yahoo.com
(Lanai's In World Offlines and NC Drop offs may be capped and or lost.)

*For All other Appointment/Tour/Spotlight Interview Bookings & Upcoming Event/Grand Opening Press Releases Email: slenquirer@gmail.com

Atleast a Week Notice is required for Spotlight Features.

Monday, December 20, 2010

CULTURE: Alpha Virtual Learning Center - Shon Charisma Reporting...



I am a big fan of using virtual spaces for educational purposes, and when I learned about the Alpha Virtual Learning Center, I knew I had to check it out first hand--and I'm so glad I did.


CULTURE: Pop Art Display opened in Second Life-Sandy Demina reporting


Morghana Savira
Staff Reporter
• Monday, December 20, 2010
A new exhibition area devoted to Pop Art has been opened on 23 November :the Pop Art Display (P.A.D.) http://slurl.com/secondlife/Solaris%20Island/46/167/486 .

By raising daily commonplace reality to the artistic dimension Pop Art accomplishes its transfiguration: it sheds light on what is closer yet often invisible to us and through such an artistic process it penetrates the meaning of life in mass society.

The identity of form and content in the advertised product undergoes a process of estrangement and reversal. In pop works of art the sexy element of images becomes disquieting, euphoria has a shade of melancholy, glamour and make-up are covered with a dim layer, precision is turned into provocation.

Pop Art has widened two key concepts of modern times, “double” and “dislocation”, and has highlighted mass media as the incessant producers of the double of everything. Most of our experience is the experience of the “other” reality, the one that the media have arranged for us and communicate to us.

SL ARTS & LITERATURE: Discovering an Ancient Celebration with a Virtual Twist.

The Yule Festival in OZLAND began December 10th and will continue through January 2nd , 2011. It boasts a vast array of events, an incredible festival site in the ruins of an Ancient Roman Fort, and a heart and celebratory spirit in the Celtic tradition. The Yule Festival is the first of eight such annual events produced by The Wild Fox Rovers that coincide with the Celtic Year. Poetry, Storytelling, Music and a Snow-person building contest all are part of this diverse celebration. This event caught my attention because of my interest in the bardic and oral storytelling traditions of the Celtic people. With the Festival being almost a month long, there is still plenty of time to catch the great events and enjoy the spirit of Yule in Second Life.

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

STUDIO 777 News-  Dec 14-26 Dance & Gaming Megaclub Events & Jobs!
Party, Dance, Win & Earn at Second Life's STUDIO 777 Dance Club & Gaming Resort!
STUDIO 777 is the FUSION of a High Energy Dance MegaClub and Skill Based Gaming Resort that brings the fun and action of Vegas and Monte Carlo to you 24/7! 777 gives away over ★ L$100,000 in CASH & PRIZES ★ Weekly, including EMH Motors Luxury Cars, Hurricane Choppers and Official VISTA Animation AOs!

Tuesday, DECEMBER 14th 6-8pm SLT (9-11pm EDT):
WIN L$2000! ELLE MODE Gallery & DJ GENOME @ STUDIO 777 6-8!

STUDIO 777'S "LEATHERS" 6-8pm SLT (9-11pm EDT) DEC. 14th! Party with Sexy Dancers while DJ GENOME spins a CLUB/DANCE Mix! L$500 "LEATHERS" Contest! Win L$250 GCs from ELLE MODE GALLERY! Visit Elle Mode for sexy clothes & nude art! The YANGO CONTEST BOARD Explodes tonite for 5 lucky winners! 24/7 L$5 TRIVIA + 17 MM Boards! Win on 300 GAMES, RE-PLAY FREE, & FREE PLAY & WIN YANGO, No Devil, Zyngo & More! Over L$3 MILLION WON at STUDIO 777...Come Play! http://bit.ly/csN3ZH

Monday, December 13, 2010

FASHION: INTRODUCING BLISS COUTURE BASIC -Lacy Muircastle


In today's economy, when we're all thinking about how to save a few dollars, doesn't a mix and match wardrobe make a lot of sense?

Bridging the gulf between super high fashion and a more approachable version is the focus of Bliss Couture Basic which opened its doors on December 10.

Bliss Couture Basic consists of 35 new mix and match designs.

The collection made its debut with a rambunctious fashion show by Mimmi Boa, Miss Bliss Couture 2010 and producer of the event. This new Bliss concept follows closely on the heels of their recently released hair range.

Bliss Couture Basic has opened with a big bang with a 50% off sale on the complete new line. These prices are valid from December 10th to 28th, and the range is available at the amazing location specially designed by its highly talented designer, Amutey DeCuir.

outlet:  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hollywood Hills/167/189/23
blog: http://bliss-couture.blogspot.com
gallery: http://www.flickr.com/photos/blisscouture
main shop: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gown/129/193/352
hair: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gown/175/141/364 

SPORTS & LEISURE- Winterfest 2010 Ongoing! Stacey Cardalines Reporting...


Winterfest just wouldn't be Winterfest without some Puckettes! They appear Saturday at 3 SLT!
Every year, a week-long celebration of the season happens in Second Life.

In 2010, the primary hub for Winterfest activity will be held at Chamonix City and hosted by Global Online Hockey Association. Dates are December 10th-December 18th.

We'll be hosting a ton of fun winter sports and music celebrations, including many big and upcoming SL favorites. The Lindens vs Residents will also have the traditional snowball fight events on two days.

Hope you can come join us in the fun! Yours truly is a Puckette, so I'll be hanging around all week! In a short skirt! I'm like really pretty, too! The other Puckettes are even prettier!

See schedule below! 

Sunday, December 12, 2010

SPOTLIGHT FEATURE: Mary Jane Shoes takes classy, sexy cool to a whole new level. Lanai Jarrico reporting…


Staff Reporter
• Monday, December 13, 2010
If you have never browsed the New Mary Jane Shoe Collection
created by Infiniti Mirihi, you are missing out on some of the hottest sculptie
Stilettos and Boots out now. Her winter collection and new releases are just
fabulous and would make a great Holiday gift for any lady. (Hints to the guys
who have no clue what to get for their girl for Christmas) You can’t go wrong
with a fresh classic pair of black Mary Janes.

Meet Infiniti Mirihi, creator of Mary Jane Shoes. 

Lanai:  Hi Infiniti, What brought you into Second Life?

Friday, December 10, 2010

FASHION: INTRODUCING BLISS COUTURE BASIC - Lacy Muircastle Reporting...


In today's economy, when we're all thinking about how to save a few dollars, doesn't a mix and match wardrobe make a lot of sense?

Bridging the gulf between super high fashion and a more approachable version is the focus of Bliss Couture Basic which opened its doors on December 10.

Bliss Couture Basic consists of 35 new mix and match designs.

The collection made its debut with a rambunctious fashion show by Mimmi Boa, Miss Bliss Couture 2010 and producer of the event. This new Bliss concept follows closely on the heels of their recently released hair range.

Bliss Couture Basic has opened with a big bang with a 50% off sale on the complete new line. These prices are valid from December 10th to 28th, and the range is available at the amazing location specially designed by its highly talented designer, Amutey DeCuir.

outlet:  http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hollywood Hills/167/189/23
blog: http://bliss-couture.blogspot.com
gallery: http://www.flickr.com/photos/blisscouture
main shop: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gown/129/193/352
hair: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Gown/175/141/364 

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

SPORTS & LEISURE-GOHA Season Ending Stacey Cardalines Reporting...


The Puckettes... if you need a laugh, the right wing of the cheer formation is Kacey and Stacey.
Last chance to catch the biggest hockey league on SL!



The Global Online Hockey Association is concluding their 11th season Tuesday night. Come on down and check out some virtual hockey!

Even if you don't like hockey, come down and watch yours truly do some cheerleading. I'm a Puckette...the short one, if you end up sitting in the Heavens.

GOHA runs a very well-done hockey league. They have nearly a dozen teams, all stocked with dedicated players. They have several top-notch arenas that don't lag badly. They have people like Jack Belvedere and Kayden Piers who work tirelessly to put forth a great product.

I've managed to gsther much of the sweet gear GOHA offers, mostly by flirting shamelessly with the league staff. Hey... I like jerseys, and try to get every one- home and away.

I love GOHA, and can't recommend it highly enough. If you want to play, they have constant training and rookie orientation. Everyone's friendly. You a girl? Girls play- and frequently star- in GOHA. Are you a Neko, or do you have a horse's tail? It's all good at GOHA.

If you like cheerleading, I'd recommend the Puckettes to you. It's easy to pick up, you get mentored by the veterans, and you end up with a bunch of cool outfits. I actually use the cheerleader HUD to dance in clubs, but I'm somewhat eccentric and feel dances should involve backflips.

Just want to watch hockey? Even better. There's plenty of room in the arenas, we have games nearly all the time, and the atmosphere is welcoming and hospitable. I even try to hand out coffee to the fans, as hockey arenas are cold if you aren't skating or dancing. I can guarantee that you will be appreciated.

Here's GOHA's website:

http://www.globalonlinehockeyassociation.com/league/default.aspx

...and here's the Puckette's website:

http://www.puckettes.webs.com

... and here are the remaining games... you can get to the arena with the links from the website:

Tue Dec 7, 2010 6:00 - 7:00 PM Cobras @ Polar Bears Brooks Arena - Blueliner Sim
Tue Dec 7, 2010 7:15 - 8:15 PM Whales @ Wolves Jericho Hill Arena - Jericho Hill Sim 

Monday, December 6, 2010

SL ARTS & LITERATURE: Get Wrapped Up In Stories at the 3D AIDS Quilt

Jenaia Morane believes in the power of stories. She believes in the power of stories to transform. Classic literature, new works, fiction of all sorts can do that, but that is not Morane’s passion. Her objective is the story of YOU – the story within you and how such stories can be used most importantly to heal. Morane herself would add that her projects are not about her. Morane’s gift, and her mission, is setting at liberty the stories of others and allowing them to soar in the open breeze where they can do the most good. Morane, along with partner Marty Snowpaw, are the creators of Story Quest – The Virtual World Story Project, and of Storybook Island. They have added a new chapter to the story of their work on the Second life Grid: The 3D Aids Quilt.

SL ARTS & LITERATURE: A Holiday Guide to Literature and Stories of All Kinds

Photo of Seanchai Library's "A Christmas Carol" taken by Bear Silvershade
Tis the season! Time for creative forces of the Virtual World to don their festive apparel, and let fly with holiday cheer. Some events have already taken place. Some events, like the Avatar Repertory Theatre’s holiday offering, have already begun. A bit of holiday luck for you, many of these events have multiple showings! In between the virtual holiday shopping, and the treasure hunts for festive freebies, add as many of these events as you can stuff in a stocking to your “Must Do” list through New Year’s Day:

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Free At Last! Thank God Almighty!
Stacey in her new outfit. It was torn off her 10 minutes later.
Stacey is paroled from Pandora's Box Prison...
Your favorite feisty little sportswriter is nothing if not fearless. Not a lot of people would allow themselves to serve a week of their time at Pandora's Box Prison, but Stacey Cardalines is not a lot of people. She's actually just one person.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

EMBRACING THE UNIVERSE-December E-Newsletter Info!
Linda's December e-newsletter is out and available for you to read! 

Click on the link below:
December News and More!

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

MEMORIAL TRIBUTE: Gone but Not Forgotten: A Tribute to Annabis Moody/Sharonna Spyker


Staff Reporter
• Tuesday, November 30, 2010
by Shon Charisma




It's so hard to say goodbye to someone who has touched your life and your heart; many on the SL grid and IRL are learning this now as their dear friend, Annabis Moody/Sharonna Spyker (Anne Cunningham IRL) lost her bout with cancer just before Thanksgiving. However, by remembering her exuberant spirit and encouragement, it is helping to lessen the pain of such a major loss.




FEAR NO ONE LIVE FREE
smile, laugh, love, explore, express


These are the words that grace the profile of Annabis Moody, and they are words that embodied a woman who many thought to be sweet, good-hearted, and able to make others tap into their potential and aspire to accomplish their goals.

Sharonna was a Jacqueline of all trades--a host, model, an owner of club Dream Away, COO of ZHENYA ZONING Real Estate (ZEN), manager of Zensuality and land manager, independent music promoter for ZEN LIVE, cyberjournalist (working for SL Enquirer), and PSG Sandbox Admin, among other things.

Monday, November 29, 2010

MUSIC: Declan Greenfield's magic sax in Second Life-Sandy Demina reporting


Staff Reporter
• Monday, November 29, 2010
Declan has been playing saxophone for many years in real life. He currently performs in three RL bands . You can see one of the websites at www.bluemoonband.co.uk . While he also sings, he prefers to perform with saxophone. He  brings his smooth romantic sound to second life, performing a mix of soft classical country/50s love songs/and modern love songs. Delclan has also received numerous compliments from owners and other perfomers alike.
During a Declan's concert it's possible to  enjoy his soft romantic sounds that will melt your heart.A great sound for any couples romantic occasion or just to relax.

SANDY:Where are you from?Declan: I am from Wiltshire in England. I have loved music most of my adult life. Playing currently in several live bands in the area. I play alto and tenor saxophone. I enjoy performing as Father Christmas every year. I like to travel, play golf, and write music and poetry. In my time, I have been an Aerospace Project Manager and business consultant.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

FASHION Insight - Lacy Muircastle reporting ...


Miss China - Blossoms Sweetwater
Ms Virtual World 2011
Introducing Miss China - Blossoms Sweetwater

Blossoms arrived in SL on the 8/9/2008.

She started out her Second Life as an ordinary fashion loving girl and then the bug caught her and turned her into a model. Blossoms quipped “it is a SL dream. A Cinderella story.”

She absolutely loves to go shopping, followed by meeting people and chatting, oh and not forgetting hunts.
Blossoms’ pet peeves in SL are arrogance, cheats and those who just downright treat others unfairly.
She says she has been inspired by many people in SL such as Kay Fairey and Sora Tatham... both of whom are from Japan. She believes that they work as a bridge between Japanese speaking people and people from other countries and that they introduce Japanese designers to the world.

FASHION QUIZ - Lacy Muircastle


HOW FASHION CONSCIOUS ARE YOU?

Do this quiz to find out!
1. You would prefer to be described as
a. intelligent.
b. fashionable.
c. sensible.

2. At a job interview, the most important thing to do is
a. prepare yourself with the right information.
b. dress well and look good.
c. have good manners and be neat and tidy.

3. You buy a new outfit because
a. your clothes are so old that they have holes in them.
b. you usually buy new clothes at least once a month.
c. you’ve been invited to a friend’s wedding.

4. If you hear the name ‘Donna’, you think of
a. Maradonna.
b. Donna Karan (or Donna Flora for SL)
c. Donna Summer.


QUIZ RESULTS

If you chose mostly ‘a’:
You obviously need some more fashionable clothes. Go shopping!

If you chose mostly ‘b’:
You are a true fashion victim. You eat, breathe and sleep fashion! Don’t let fashion rule your life.

If you chose mostly ‘c’:
You care too much about what other people think. Clothes should be fun. Relax!
Found on the internet and amended slightly for SL.

FASHION- Insight Lacy Muircastle Reporting ...


Ms Virtual World 2011
Well it is that time again – how time flies. 30 gorgeous ladies have been selected as the finalists for the 2011 MSW Pageant and over the next week or two I will introduce theses lovely ladies to you. The event is to take place on the 19th December 2010.

So without any further ado it is my privilege to introduce to you:

Miss Chile - Mel Endrezzi

Mel arrived in Second Life on the 21 March 2009. She has by no means rested on her laurels in her time here and is a professional runway, print, video and live model. Mel did her training as a runway model with Laver Model Academy under the guidance of Dagda Burner.

Mel is affiliated to many model agencies such as Dejavouge, Belle, Maritima, Arcobalenco, Rema Elite and King of Queens. She also currently manages Tropical Model Agency.

She loves meeting new people and finds it truly amazing that you can meet people from all around the world here and that distance is not an issue. She believes that Second Life gives everyone the opportunity to live out their dreams.

She has been inspired by many wonderful people in SL and finds the creativity portrayed in SL astounding. Mel has great admiration for people with positive energy and good ideas and who can translate those into SL. Mel is able to take this inspiration from SL and incorporate it into her RL design career.

Mel’s virtual life style is inspired by the colours of the season. She believes that fashion is not just about going to a store with good designs to spend money, she believes that fashion is a lifestyle.

Creativity is clearly important in beautiful Mel’s life as Tempura Japan is her favourite place in Second Life and when I asked her why she replied “Tempura Island is my favourite place in SL for their creativity in designing absolute reference to the nature, space and deep time peace.”

Mel is very excited to be one of the official candidates for this year’s pageant and she says that it is one of the most wonderful events in SL and the people who run it are so lovely.

Mel we wish you all the very best!

SPORTS & LEISURE- Goin' All 1620 On That Ass! Stacey Cardalines Reporting...


Stacey representin' Plymouth, Massachusetts, blogga!
Gobble Gobble!
Readers of this column know that I'm from the Plymouth area, which is why I always try to pimp virtual Plimoth.
Thanksgiving is all about my hometown, and we always ham it up. I even make my own cranberry sauce!

Monday, November 22, 2010

Virtually Faithful - Shon Charisma Reporting...


Me at church...
Staff Reporter
• Monday, November 22, 2010
In the year I've been in Second Life, I have immersed myself into various places to learn about what goes on in SL and what people do in SL. One thing, besides writing, that I do that connects with my real life is get virtualwith my faith.



SL ARTS & LITERATURE: “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree” an SL Holiday Tradition

Traditions are a funny thing, especially holiday traditions. You never know quite how a tradition starts, how it perpetuates itself, and who might share that same tradition with you. In November 2008, as the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday approached, Shandon Loring had a wild idea to present folksinger Arlo Guthrie’s Alice's Restaurant Massacree on Thanksgiving Day in Second Life. With no expectations of a large audience, Loring prepared Guthrie’s 20 minute song/monologue/political riff complete with a replica of the church described in the song, and sent out a few notices. Many fans of Arlo Guthrie consider Alice's Restaurant … a “must hear” part of the American turkey-full holiday. That first year the Library was over three-quarters full, inspiring annual encore presentations including this year’s presentation on Wednesday, November 24th at 7pm SLT at the Seanchai Library at Info Island International. Like all presentations at Seanchai, this one benefits charity: donations will be accepted for War Child North America.

SL ARTS & LITERATURE: The Opportunity in Written Word

Second Life in its entirety is one big opportunity. Agreed? It just all depends on what you are looking for. There are a lot of people creating opportunity in SL: people who put in time, care, passion to providing something for people to use. Lots of these places are empty. No one is ever there. Virtual dust bunnies run in thundering herds, and creators wonder why. The key to providing opportunity in SL is that it must be tied to activity. “If you build it, they will come” only works in baseball movies, and sometimes not even then.

Jilly Kidd provides opportunity. I still remember the first conversation I had with Jilly at the end of the Autumn Writer’s Exhibition 2009 where she said, “We have to find a way to work together on something.” Jilly sees opportunity, breathes it, and eats it for lunch.

CULTURE: EAGLE'S RAVE: FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO FLY HIGH- Piper SecretSpy Reporting...


Overview of Eagle's Rave

We are at Eagle's Rave, Italian land where there is still a perfect combination between commerce, entertainment, romance and socializing. Here you can find really everything, going from the many fashion shops, to the romance of a beautiful gondola ride along the canal that surrounds the land remembering the beautiful city of Venice, to the adrenaline given by a parachute launch, or simply to meet for a night out. The owner Robert67 Soulstar believed much in his project and with time has been able to create a truly multi-functional land with the help of trusted and talented employees. And today we have had the pleasure of meeting one of his right arm, the manager Mara Klaber, that in this short interview gave us the opportunity to know and appreciate the many shades of Eagle's Rave.
1) How did the idea to open the land has born?
Like so many apparently crazy ideas. Without a single well-defined, easily identifiable reason. A bit for fun, a bit maybe for a touch of boredom you feel when you go wandering around with nothing to do in SL. Or maybe, probably due to the unconscious desire to prove yourself, to show that you can give form to something that could not be found on SL and that could create an idea, very vague at the time, a classy commercial space that could combine "business with pleasure, business with leisure. In short, a place to find classy clothes and accessories, mainly of Italian fashion, but also where you can spend your free time having fun, dancing, playing and especially encountering serious people, with the same desire to spend nice hours in SL.



SPOTLIGHT FEATURE: The Allure of Allure: A Club Review….ReRe Sandalwood Reporting


Staff Reporter
• Monday, November 22, 2010
In an SL World where many behave as if they have a sense of entitlement, it is refreshing to come across a place that puts the needs of the customer first. At Allure, Zaurak (http://slurl.com/secondlife/Zaurak/27/198/25) all music requests are honored, bringing forth a family friendliness that is often not found in SL Clubs. Whether you are into Pop, Hip-Hop, Hard Rock, or Ska, Allure provides a plethora of music for all.

Practicing the epitome of customer service, Allure employs a wealth of DJs that believe in doing all they can for the customer. DJ Salem (also known as Salem Haiku) is one of many Allure DJs that fosters the creation of Allure’s positive family atmosphere. Handsome and rugged, Haiku encompasses the true essence [and definition] of a man—until you hear her voice and realize that behind the avi is a self assured woman. Though some may chuckle, or even cower in fear upon realizing that DJ Salem is a woman, it is this type of unconventional atmosphere that makes Allure an even more pulsating and lively place.

Bloodlines friendly, you may come across vampires either anxious to party, or desiring to spar with one another. In fact, as one walks around the club’s grounds, cemetery plots can easily be seen of fallen bloodlines. While this may intimidate the average Bloodlines player, it also adds to the mysterious atmosphere that inhabits Allure.

If you are not into the Bloodlines game, you may come across other mysterious creatures and beings. For instance, one could easily come across a witch who is anxious to better understand her power—all while inhabiting a world that easily misunderstands her.

Yet whatever category you fall under, Allure provides an insatiably unpredictable atmosphere that can easily appeal to everyone—even the common mortal.
Teleport Now!

SPOTLIGHT FEATURE: Buying & Selling Lindens with Xchange4LS - Shon Charisma Reporting...


Can buy, sell lindens and become an affiliate through Xchange4LS
Eclectic Charisma News -
I've been in Second Life for almost a year now, and whenever I need money, I just click on the little green money amount on the upper right hand corner of my screen, type in an amount, and hit OK.


VOILA! Money in my account. And with all the clothes and shoes (lots of shoes) I buy on a daily basis, it never dawned on me that maybe this way of buying Lindens didn't work for every SL resident. It also never dawned on me that I would ever want to sell my Lindens (it never seems like I have enough as is) or become an affiliate with a company so that I could make money from people looking to buy and sell Lindens.

And then I met Amanda01 Parx, responsible for marketing and customer service for Xchange4LS.

I felt like a total newbie as I talked to her about Xchange4LS and its benefits to SL residents, but Parx was willing to answer all my questions, and the answers she gave showed me just how important a provider like Xchange4LS can be to SL residents.


SC=Shon Charisma
AP=Amanda01 Parx


Tuesday, November 16, 2010

MUSIC: :Karter Stonecutter Rocks Second Life! - Sandy Demina Reporting...


Staff Reporter
• Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Karter joined the US Navy out of high school and spent most of his time in Florida, where he teamed up with some fellow sailors and started working gigs at the chief's club and special events. Out of the Navy, he went right into the piano bar circuit for a few years before realizing his heart was in Rock 'N Roll. Now he spends his time touring North America working large rock clubs and festivals, living a rather modest musician's life on a definitely modest musician's salary!

His diverse musical background provides for a unique performance. His piano bar days give him the experience to engage his audience and it's always evident in his performances. But don't let that fool you. Karter can rock with the best! He can adapt to most any styles and venues, which has given him longevity and popularity in the musician communities around the United States.

Whether it be indulging his audience in sweet romantic ballads, old standards or rockin' the house, a good time, a solid performance and some fun lasting memories are what you can expect when you come to see Karter Stonecutter. (http://www.myspace.com/karterstonecutter )

Culture: Fux Club Celebrates SIM Grand Opening! ReRe Sandalwood Reporting...


Sir Brennen Spins at the JamRock Fux Club
Staff Reporter
• Tuesday, November 16, 2010
On November 14, 2010—from 2 pm to 4 pm—fun was had by all at Fux Club. All came out to celebrate the opening of the Jamaica *Land We Love* (236, 27, 23) SIM; the place was so packed that movement was limited and lag was constant! All lag and lack of movement aside, the stellar live performances of EyesNcharge Bluebird and Emo Mocha wowed the audience, and left the crowd swooning for more. As described by CaNDyLaDy Ghost, Jamaica *Land We Love* SIM owner, “EyesNcharge is so full of vibes…when she sings, she moves mountains!”
After EyesNcharge conveniently moved a few mountains with her voice prowess, Emo Mocha wooed the ladies with a hosts of soulful renditions. His performance of Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come”—along with a selection of other powerful covers—had ladies begging him to marry them.
Their performances, along with the versatile spinning style of DJ Detroit (aka Sir Brennen), proved that that there ain’t no party like a Fux Club Party!
Along with stellar live performances, friendship and friendly camaraderie were constant themes at the Fux Party. Everyone—from the local pit bull to the Afro’d out brotha—flocked the SIM in celebration of its opening.
The party not only celebrated the opening of a SIM dedicated to reenacting the Jamaica experience, it also reaffirmed a sense of nostalgia for the SIM owner. As described by CaNDyLaDy Ghost, “Jamaica is my heart, my home. Born and raised in Kingston, my motivation [to build this SIM] was natural. [When I] closed my eyes and thought of home, [I realized that Minka Pearl and I had to make the Jamaica *Land We Love* SIM] as realistic as possible.”
CaNDyLaDy continues: “[The Jamaica*Land We Love* SIM] was built on positive vibrations and [the] inevitable energy [that comes along with sharing] Jamaica with the SL community. For those who haven't gotten the chance to visit…come to JamRock and get a feel of what Jamaica would be.”

Thursday, November 11, 2010

SL POLICE REPORT: Could it be possible that registered sex offenders could be roaming the grid unbeknownst to you? How would you feel if you were to find out that someone you know in SL is a registered sex offender just by doing a little research? Lanai Jarrico Reporting…


Staff Reporter
• Thursday, November 11, 2010

According to Rainn.org (Rape, Abuse and Incest National network), every 2 minutes, someone in the United States is being sexually assaulted. 1 in 6 woman and 1 in 33 men will be sexually assaulted in their lifetime. The sad thing is 60% of these rapes are never even reported to police and approximately 73% know their assailants. These are some very harsh statistics that leave people broken, feeling completely violated and sometimes even helpless, making it hard to heal both mentally and emotionally.

Should these predators that cause so much havoc and fear in their victims even be allowed to have the same freedoms as everybody else and be in SL too?  Can they be rehabilitated or is it a sickness that cannot be treated, leaving them to strike again and again and even prowl our grid.


 
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