More News Later

 

 

Yours truly has been busy, and wasn't able to finish writing something before the need for sleep took over (or maybe was busy to the point he couldn't start). 

 

We'll have something up soon once we have a chance to pick up our pens and finish. 

 

Running Into Past Coworkers

 

It was an interesting evening as I ran into a couple certain ladies. One was Charlotte Williams, whom had written for the Newser a little over a decade ago, noted for some sports articles. She had taken a break from Second Life, but had come back. 

 

The other was an alt of Mystique Sassoon (no picture available), whom was under JamesT Juno and Dana Vanmoer's Second Life Newspaper when I joined in 2007. She happened to recognize my name. She had taken a break of her own, and was sad to hear Dana and James were no longer inworld, but happy some of the team had continued to report the news. 

 

Always good to run into old friends.

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

Cartoon of the Day: Procrastinator

 

 

Taken at Muddy's Music Cafe. Yes, that really is his display name. Why he got it, I could think of one reason.

 

By Bixyl Shuftan

 

In Gaming: Rise of Cultures Marks Five Years

 

 

Just a note, one of the games I play, Rise of Cultures, marked it's fifth anniversary. It did so with an inworld event, and on it's Discord. Since doing the review two years ago, I continued to play, though took breaks when I was extra busy. By now, I've gotten to the Feudal Age, or about 1000 AD. Of this level, your allies are Vikings. So some of the resources you need to progress can be acquired only from their pillaging, "We didn't steal it, it was just there and we took it." 

 

Rise of Cultures can be played on both compatible webbrowsers and some smartphones. Making "RoC" jokes, "I'm a RoC star," "Upon this RoC I stand," are optional.

 

Bixyl Shuftan. 

 

Announcement: Celebration of Life Service For Crito Galtier

 

Celebration of Life Service For Crito Galtier

Saturday February 21

1 PM to 4 PM SL time

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Lake%20Ruby/128/31/23

 

SL Video: "Gangnam Style"

 

 (click here if the video does not play)

 

From Furry Andy on May 2022

 

Alex Radikal of Tiny Bit Radikal

 

With Second Life having plenty of people in human and furry avatars, it's easy for other types to get overlooked. There are merfolk, there are taurs, and then there's the smaller avatars, the tinies. But if you get a tiny avatar, where are you going to get the clothes for it? Newser reporter Netera Landar had a few words with Alex Radikal, who creates and sells outfits for the small avies. She was able to explain what went into making them, and more. 

 

Read Netera's article in Fashion. 

 

Update On The Mystery Rocks (Complete)

 

When we last wrote about the mystery rocks on three locations on the Second Life Mainland, we reported that what we found stated that something would happen on Monday February 16. Going back to check, there were a few changes. Plus we were also tipped on something else. After some delays due to real-life, we finally have the story.

 

Read more in Extra.

 

(sorry about the delays) 

 

This Saturday at The Science Circle

 

Saturday February 21

 

    ~*~

 

    At 10 AM PST   

Artemis II

 

By Moon Base Project

 

Exact location in sim unknown

 

    ~*~

 

    NOTE: Non-members required to register once

    IM Jes Cobalt or Nymf Hathaway

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

 

In Brief ...

 

There's a lot going on, and only a little time to write. So, some things that would otherwise have been reported on earlier will have to wait for a larger article. For now ...

 

There's been a lot of talk about Discord Age Verification, and more than a little suspicion. That Discord lost data some months ago in a hack has not helped with peoples' confidence, and a number are talking about jumping ship and heading to another platform. 

 

The Premier Business Center has a Black History Museum. There was a grand opening party on Sunday February 8. The museum honors a number of Black Americans from musicians, civil rights activists, politicians, scientists, inventors, and others. 

 

And of course the mystery of the three strange boulders.

 

These and other stories when we have time to write.  

Relay For Life Fundraising Levels

 

 For those who wonder what the various team levels mean, there was a chart in the Relay for Life Volunteers group showing them.

 

For those that raise 12,500 Linden dollars, or about $50 USD, they have reached Bronze Level fundraising. This is what the plurality of teams reach. 

 

For teams that raise 50,000 Linden dollars, or about $200 USD, Silver Level fundraising.

 

Teams that raise 125,000 Linden dollars, or about $500 USD,  get Gold Level rank. 

 

Teams that raise 250,000 Linden dollars, or about $1000, about the price of a new computer, get  Platinum Level fundraising. 

 

For the teams that have raised 500,000 Linden dollars, or about $2000 USD, they've reached Jade Level.

 

The teams that get to 750,000 Lindens raised, about $3000 USD, they're at Sapphire rank. 

 

Teams that reach one million Lindens raised, about $4000 USD, are at Emerald Level. Those teams that reach this level have put in some work.

 

The teams that reach 1,250,000 Lindens raised, about $5000 USD, are at Ruby Level fundraising. 

 

Teams that raise a million and a half Lindens, about $6000 USD, are at Topaz Level fundraising.  

 

Those teams that raise 1,750,000 Linden dollars, about $7000 USD, are at Diamond Level.

 

Teams that raise 2,500,000 Linden dollars, about $10,000 USD, are at Crimson rank.

 

Those teams that raise 3,750,000 Linden dollars, about $15,000 USD, are at Purple Level fundraising.  

 

Teams that raise five million Linden dollars, about $20,000 USD, are at All Star Level fundraising.

 

The teams that raise 6,750,000 Linden dollars, about $25,000 USD, are at Super Star rank.

 

Teams that raise 7,500,000 Linden dollars, about $30,000 USD, are at Supernova Level fundraising.

 

The teams that raise ten million Linden dollars, about $40,000 USD, are at Hypernova Level fundriasing.

 

Finally, the teams that raise 12,500,000 Linden dollars, about $50,000 USD, have reached the top rank for this year - Intergalactic Level fundraising.

 

The ranks have changed somewhat over the years. For a time, they would get a little higher each year, until there was a reset. And sometimes the names are different. One year, "All Star" was the first fundraising level, before Bronze.  

 

How high will the various teams get this year?

 

Update On The Mystery Rocks

 

When we last wrote about the mystery rocks on three locations on the Second Life Mainland, we reported that what we found stated that something would happen on Monday February 16. Going back to check, there were a few changes. Plus we were also tipped on something else. 

 

Read more later. 

Update: Due to real life, the article will be tomorrow. 

The Sunbeamer Moon Dance For RFL

 

A few days ago on Thursday February 12, The Relay For Life in Second Life's Sunbeamers team held the first of it's weekly Moon Dances. The party started at 6PM, and went on for two hours.

 

Team Sunbeamers have dusted off things on the moon cleaned and charged the luanch cannons for another relay season to benefit the American Cancer Society! We are pleased to announce that flights to Sunbeamer Base on the moon resume Feb. 12, 2026. 

 

At the SURL on the press release, there was a steampunkish "Moon Cannon" that shot you up in the air. Once on the surface, you could click on a singles dance ball to dance away, or you and a friend could use the couples dance ball. The music was provided by DJ Cynthia, who instead of performing for tips asked that people donate to one of the Relay kiosks.  

 

The party went well, with the usual jokes and puns the Sunbeamers are noted for. The running punch line about the event has been "great music, no atmosphere." Among the songs played was the "Sunbeamers Anthem" by EmpressLuna Starchild.

 

People from a total of 11 teams would show up. This included several from "Roos With A Dream." Ren Flow would introduce three new faces, "Roos With A Dream are pleased to announce three new members: Fenella Baily, Liandra Aries, and Liza Blackwood. If you've been around SL for a while you may recognize them under the title 'Charlie's Angels'. They are well known for their wide range of outfits that they love to change into while dancing."

 

 During the event, Cynthia would announce the date of the annual Sunbeamer Air Show, "Just got the word from Wade" It was set for Saturday March 14. 

 

At the end of the party, Cynthia would play the "I Run For Life" song, as the fireworks went up into the air. 

 

I run for hope
I run to feel
I run for the truth, for all that is real
I run for your mother, your sister, your wife
I run for you and me my friend
I run for life

 

After the party, Sunbeamer team captain Rita Mariner would announce the 11 teams had raised a total of 21,000 Linden dollars.

 

The Moon Dance will take place again tomorrow Thursday February 19, and every Thursday until Thursday June 11, always at 6PM SL time.

 

SLURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Sunweaver%20Space/108/113/50

 

Bixyl Shuftan  

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Press Release: Fashion Fair 2026

 

Fashion Fair 2026: Where Fashion Meets Hope

The Seekers of Hope Relay For Life team is proud to present Fashion Fair 2026, a multi-team fundraising event benefiting the American Cancer Society, running February 21 – March 1, 2026.

Presented by Seekers of Hope and sponsored by Fire Within and Kilikobo Shores & Beach, Fashion Fair 2026 brings together creativity, community, and compassion in a celebration of style with purpose.

This year’s event will showcase more than 30 fashion designers from across the grid, representing women’s, men’s, and dinkies fashion. Shoppers and attendees can look forward to a dynamic schedule featuring fashion shows across all categories, along with daily entertainment designed to enhance the shopping experience and create a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.

Fashion Fair is more than a shopping event — it is a statement of unity and hope. Every purchase made during the event supports the American Cancer Society, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the cause, helping fund cancer research, patient support programs, and lifesaving initiatives.

✨ Where fashion meets hope.
✨ Because together, we make hope beautiful.

Fashion Fair 2026 invites the community to come together — designers, performers, shoppers, and supporters alike — to prove that style can make a difference and that hope is always in fashion.

For more information about Fashion Fair 2026, including schedules and participating designers, please watch for upcoming announcements from the Seekers of Hope team.

For the full entertainment schedule visit https://seekersofhope.wordpress.com/events/fashion-fair/

Website - https://seekersofhope.wordpress.com/events/fashion-fair/
Fashion Fair FB group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1372130976454717
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/seekersofhoperflteam
Flickr - https://www.flickr.com/groups/seekersofhoperfl/

 

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: Chow Down, Automobiles, Steampunk

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

Club Zero Gravity: Snowy - Silky or Sandy

 

Bouncing Bunny Beach Club:  DJ Snowy - Roller Disco

Xanadu: DJ Jesse 

 

Montecito Bay:  CAYA, After Dark

Club Scorn: Th 8-12, Sat 2-12

 

Furry Fashion: Beach Party, Halloween, Robots Androids & Cyborgs

 

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

 

Read the schedules in SL Clubbin'

 

Mardi Gras Parade And Party In Bratsville

 

 

Today is Mardi Gras, also known as "Fat Tuesday" or "Carnival." There will be a few places holding themed events. But one place you won't want to miss is the Mardi Gras Parade in the Bratsville sim. 

 

 The Mardi Gras Parade is open in 2026. It will run from ... Friday Feb 13 thru Sunday Feb 22 in  a full 256x256 sim & contains 100 floats, most of which are ridable by those of us in Second Life for pics & videos of us & our friends, or the new ones we meet while riding them together. There will be DJs & Live singers, as well as a continous Blues music stream for us. 

 

 

Dropping by, there were plenty of floats, balloons, bands, and more going down the street. Many were playing their own music, such as the Wonder Woman float which played the tune from the 70s TV show. Some floats, and a couple balloons, also had poseballs one could hop on and dance. To avoid feeling alone, there are a number of still figures on the street, watching the parade with you. 

 

But the parade isn't the only attraction at the sim. At the west end of the street is a party area with a dance floor and stage. I dropped by to see a couple performers entertaining an audience with dance and song. This included Bayou Diesel, who heads the "Fans of the Mardi Gras Parade" group. 

 

Bayou reminded me the parade was created by FrannyDJ Dean, who ran it until she passed away in 2023. But a band of fans has kept the parade alive. And this year. one can do more than watch the parade. For today, Mardi Gras, there will be four parties, with DJs, from 11 AM to 9 PM (two hour break).  

 

11 AM to 1 PM: DJ Jaap, 3PM to 5PM : DJ Elise Boop, 5PM to 7PM : DJ Ali Heron. 7 to 9PM : DJ Bard Wasp 

 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bratsville/34/129/23

 

Happy Fat Tuesday, 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Reader Submitted: Team ACTS Has Their Annual Time Travelers Ball

 

Sunday Feb 15th at 2pm SLT the Aether Chronoauts Tiny Steps or ACTS relay team held the annual Time Travelers Ball. Many were in attendance and included the return of Olde Fairelander who had been away dealing with the lose of his real life wife Cassie. The dress was of any era he music provided by Otenth Paderborn covered a wide range which included Eastern European, Afghani, French, as well. 

 

The crowd had great fun and donations thru the Relay For Life of Second Life to the American Cancer Society poured in. When the dance ended the event total was L$114,318 bringing the team total to L$131,000. You can say that ACTS is off to a fast start.

 

Cynthia Farshore