Breaking News 2: Linden Lab Announces HOA For Bellisseria

 

For residents with Linden Homes who dislike Home Owners Associations, or HOAs, a little bad news. Today, Linden Lab announced it was establishing one for Bellisseria, and looking for volunteers to report violations. 

 

We are looking for a few good residents interested in running for positions in the new Home Owners Association (HOA). 

Members of the HOA help the Lindens and Moles keep Second Life safe and beautiful by identifying and reporting violations of the Linden Homes Covenant. To be considered, applicants must be homeowners. A demonstrated record of vigilance and a willingness to help your fellow residents is preferred, but trainee positions are also open. Conflict resolution experience is a plus. Members are not paid, but do have influence through the HOA Policies & Planning Committee, which recommends covenant enhancements to the LDPW.

Assist residents in understanding and following the rules to maintain peace and tranquility.  Be part of the HOA’s long-range vision for grid-wide stability!

 

Linden Lab would have a short video with the announcement, with Magellan Linden and "Punky." Apparently some avatars in violation of the rules are subject to taser shocks and "purple nurples."

 

There's a short thread in the forums about the new HOA already. 

 

Stay tuned for more information about this development, and be sure to watch the video to the end.  

 

 

BREAKING NEWS: Second Life Hacked, Iranian "Cyberwarriors" Claim Responsibility

 

 If you had trouble staying online yesterday, or couldn't access the website, you were not alone. The website was down for a short time, and for some time afterwards hard to access. People were also crashing more often and having trouble getting back online. 

 

But that wasn't the only trouble. Whole sims were hacked and covered with Iranian flags. There were also signs with pictures of hot dogs & ham and pictures of dogs, with the international "not allowed" sign over them. 

 

*Addition*: There are stories of a few women whom when knocked offline and finally able to log back in found themselves wearing a burka and found themselves unable to remove it until they relogged using another viewer. 

 

A group of self-proclaimed Iranian "cyberwarriors" took responsibility, saying this was part of their fight against America. 

 

There has been no official comment from Linden Lab, though there were some comments from individual Lindens. To read them, head to the forum thread here.  

 

 

Events This Week at the Sunweaver and Montecito Bay Clubs, Furry Fashion, Urban Furry, and Club Scorn

 

Here's what's going on at the Sunweaver, Montecito Bay, Furry Fashion, Urban Furry, and Scorn clubs.

Club Cutlass: MTV Night, Wings, TBA

Happy Vixen: DJ Scratch, TBA, TBA, DJ Khyra

Club Zero Gravity: Snowy - Bunnies, Cats, and Foxes

 

Bouncing Bunny Beach Club:  DJ Snowy - Easter

Xanadu: DJ Jesse 

 

Montecito Bay:  CAYA, After Dark

Club Scorn: Th 8-12, Sat 2-12

 

Furry Fashion: TBA, TBA, Bunnies

 

Urban Furry :  DJ Juana, DJ Charlee, DJ Whiskey, DJ Vantox

 

Read the schedules in SL Clubbin'

 

 

RFL Purple Tears Steam Key Raffles

 

For anyone looking for a game at a discount, Team Purple Tears is doing a Steam key raffle fundraiser. Currently there are six games up to get tickets for, three of which today is their last day. 

 

Just a reminder that the March Purple Tears Steam Key Raffles are ending! Only 1 has any chances sold. Great odds to win!

Tickets are set at 1/10th the value of the game. Buy 4 chances and get a 5th one free!

Come on down to the Purple Tears HQ, raffles are in the back. 

 

 

The three games of which the raffle ends today are, Simulacra and Simulacra2, Hotel Renovator, and Settlement Survival. Three others, Resident Evil: Village, Bus Simulator 21, and Call of Duty: WW2, are available to buy tickets for until the end of April. 

 

Head to http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Choa%20Nu/184/171/37

 

Top Ten Relay Teams In Fundraising

 

 

The various teams for the Relay for Life in Second Life have been busy raising money from events to casual donations. And here's the top ten list for this morning (which is very much subject to change).

 

At number 10, the Free Spirit Hippie Brigade at 625,000 Linden dollars and Jade level.
Number 9 was the Debauche Dance Group with 748,000 Linden dollars, also at Jade level, but 2K shy of leveling.
For number 8, the Sunbeamers at 879,000 Linden dollars and Sapphire level.
At number 7, Team ACTS (Aether Chononauts Tiny Steps) with 898,000 Linden dollars, also at Sapphire level.
Number 6 was Camping For A Cure having raised 936,000 Linden dollars, at Sapphire level.
For number five, Alpha Hope Force at 938,000 Linden dollars, at Sapphire level.
Harmony for Hope was number four with 1,094,000 Linden dollars, and Emerald level.
Number three was Seekers of Hope having raised 1,227,000 Linden dollars or over $4,900 USD at Emerald level.
The number two team was Quest For A Cure at 1,503,000 Linden dollars or over $6,000 USD at Topaz level.
And number one team was The Sugar Skols at 2,776,000 Linden dollars or #11,100 USD at Crimson level.

 

Some well-known teams are further down the list, such as the Cure Chasers at 404,000 L, Roos With A Dream at 278,000 L, Purple Tears at 179,000 L, Ponies For Life at 135,000 L, SLCS at 98,000 L, Giant Snail Racers at 78,000 L, Meli's Maniacs at 68,000 and others. 

And as time goes on, the numbers and levels will continue to go up for the teams. Stay tuned for news about upcoming events such as the Relaystock and Fantasy Faire, and others.
 

To read the complete list: https://sasun.info/rfl_teams?s=total_desc 

 

Go Relay! 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Weekend in Brief

 

 

There were a number of happenings this week. This included several Relay for Life fundraising ones. Among them was the seven hours of four DJs playing music at Woodland Groves Theme Park on Saturday March 28, including DJ Cynthia for Team Sunbeamers. The first two DJs raised a total of 44,000 Linden dollars, with the amount the second two raised pending. Sadly the sim the event took place on, Woodland Waves Adventure, may be closing soon.

 

 

Among the events on Sunday March 29 was the Bay City Food Truck Festival (which took me by surprise as I never got a press release or saw a mention of it in the Bay City Discord, and only found out when one of the city's gryphon friends told me). For two hours, there was music by DJ GoSpeed Racer while people danced the conga, played with the foam machine, sampled the foods, and voted for the best food truck, the prize going to TJ Hooker's "Adam's Ribs." The trucks stay up to April 15, that is those whose owners aren't worried about "Ever's Night."

 

More on these events later.

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Cartoon of The Day: Sunken Dance

 

 

 Taken at Club Balance. When one steps on things in SL, your avatar's height usually adjusts, but not always, resulting in feet that look like they're sunken in holes or soft ground. But with this guy having a lady friend on his shoulders, it looked less like a glitch and more like his feet really sunk in.

 

By Bixyl Shuftan

 

 

SL Video: "Forever"

 

 (click here if the video does not play)

 

 From Kazzdude1 on Jan 2010, "so i got bored again... decided to make a lil music video and test out the stuff on second life. song is breaking benjamin- forever. If u didnt notice, i cut the song to make it easier to edit.(didnt have enough footage). so yea Enjoy"

 

SL23B Announced: "The Golden Age of Hollywood," Applications For Exhibitors, Performers, Being Accepted

 

 Earlier today, Linden Lab announced it was planning for the Second Life 23rd Birthday, or SL23B. The theme this year is "The Golden Age of Hollywood."

 

Save the date! On June 23rd, Second Life turns 23. The 23rd annual Second Life birthday celebration (SL23B) will take place from June 18th through July 19th, 2026. Get ready for a full month of live music, performances, community exhibits, and celebrations across the grid.

This year’s theme is The Golden Age of Hollywood. Think classic cinema, red carpets, vintage glamour, and the magic of the silver screen. 

 

Linden Lab would also announce they were accepting applications for Exhibitors and Performers.

 

We are inviting Residents from across the community to create non-commercial exhibits that reflect the depth and diversity of Second Life. From art and roleplay to communities, nonprofits, and interactive experiences, exhibits highlight the many ways people connect and create together.

 

 

Performances are a major part of the SL birthday celebrations, bringing energy and entertainment to stages throughout the event. We are looking for a wide range of performers to join the festivities. DJs, live musicians, singers, dance troupes, theater groups, particle performers, lecturers, workshop hosts, and community storytellers are all welcome to apply. Performances help create the lively atmosphere that makes the birthday celebration memorable for visitors from around the world. 

 

Those interested in being an exhibitor for the SL23B need to fill out this form on Google docs.  Exhibitors are not required to follow the theme, though "We encourage you to share what makes your Second Life experience meaningful. Your interests. Your communities. Your creativity." Some exhibition sims will be Adult-rated, and you can apply to be in one. It's pointed out an exhibit cannot be commercial and one cannot sell anything there (you can offer gifts) or be blatantly advertising (simple mentions of sponsors are okay). Political messages are considered not appropriate for the celebration, and what is considered hateful content is prohibited. People are asked if they want a small, medium, or large plot, and will need to explain why if they want medium or large, and if it's water or land. As there are a finite number of plots, applying does not guarantee a spot. 

 

For performers, they need to fill out this form on Google docs.  While DJs and live musicians certainly come to mind, there can be others such as comedians, particle show makers, script class teachers, and more. They are also required to show up at least an hour before their sloted time and if late a replacement will be found to fill in the slot. They are also required to bring in their own audio stream. For events in Gemeral-rated sims, the clean versions of songs must be the ones used. 

 

Both those wishing to be exhibitors or performers have until May 18 to apply. Applications for SL23B volunteer staff and shops for the SL23B Shop and Hop will be offered at a later date. 

 

For the blog post in full: Click Here. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan

 

This Saturday at The Science Circle

 

Saturday March 28

 

    ~*~

 

At 10 AM PST  

 

Life Cycle of Stars: From Birth To Death

 

By George Djorgovski (SL: Curious George)  

 

More info here: https://www.vwbpe.org/event/ie-moon-base-selene-lunar-space-elevator-hub 

 

https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Science%20Circle/71/128/30

 

    ~*~

 

    NOTE: Non-members required to register once

    IM Jes Cobalt or Nymf Hathaway

╚══════════════════════════════ The Science Circle (72,129,30) ═╝  

 

RFL Sunbeamers: The Bicycle Blimp Challenge

 

 Remember the Sunbeamers' Air Show? For the event, some activities for the residents were set up, which are still up for the moment. Among them is the Bicycle Blimp Challenge, a three-dimensional race course  at the edge of Farshore Field in Sunlight Bay.

 

A bike blimp giver is at the start and finish part of the course. Just touch the giver, and a package will appear in your inventory. Rezz the box and open it, and the blimp will appear in your inventory. Just click and select "add," and after waiting for 20 seconds for scripts to load, you're ready to race. 

 

To start, go to just behind the start position (don't forget to press fly), and press the panel in front of you.  After a few seconds, the panel turns transparent, and there's a starting horn sound. Rush forward immediately and follow the course, going through the rings. If you miss a ring, you'll be penalized a few seconds. Try to complete it as fast as you can, though some may go up again after the race just to admire the scenery. 

The best time is by Journey Texan at 56.34 seconds. How fast can you go?

 

SURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sunlight%20Bay/165/193/23 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

RFL Announcement: Roos With A Dream's "Party at the Theme Park"

 

Roos' 'Party at the Theme Park' event on Saturday, March 28. We are raising money for 4 RFL teams, Cure Chasers, Sunbeamers, Warblood City Cancer Kickers (hoping to get Lia to SILVER) and the Roos.

Here is the schedule:

12-1pm Vic Mornington - representing Cure Chasers

1-3pm Cynthia Farshore - Sunbeamers

3-5pm Lia Suramowadu - Warblood City

5-7pm Autumn Grace Gardner Bliss - Roos


This DJ event is being held at the Woodland Grove sim sized theme park, so families with SL kids, and even SL kid based RFL teams can come over and try the rides while they are tuned into the stream.

We require no particular theme for your music, just keep it 'kid friendly' please.

Here is the slurl:
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Woodland%20Waves%20Adventure/40/51/22
There is a teleporter from there to the event.

Please invite all your friends to come have fun with us.

Thank you for helping us raise money to eliminate cancer as a health issue, everywhere in the world.