My VRChat Avatar

 

 I haven't had much time to write about Second Life's notable competition, VRChat. Still, I go there once in a while. For a time, I was going about in a starter avatar. Then my friend Mattie Carlton got me this fox avatar, a small fox with a huge swishing tail. While it may not have a fedora and overcoat, it still allows me to be foxy over there as well. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Firestorm Aniversary Party, And Gifts

 

On Saturday, September 12, Team Firestorm would hold an anniversary party, it's sixteenth. Their actual anniversary of when they were founded as Team Phoenix in 2010 was on Thursday September 3. But they moved it to the weekend after Labor Day so more people could celebrate.

 

Firestorm is turning 16 this week! Our actual birthday was on September 3, but we want to celebrate BIG TIME, and we want you to join us. That is why we are moving our party to the weekend… Saturday September 12. Yes, we will have a party. And yes, there will be gifts – four really nice ones. There will also be some amazing entertainment. There is only one more thing we need – you! Please join us.

 

The fun started at 12 with the popular SL singer Maxamillion Kleene. At 1PM, singer Tally Mercury took his place. From 2 to about 3 SL time came DJ Trick. To make sure more people could enjoy the fun, the party took place at the intersection of four sims.  Beq Janus, the Project Manager since founder Jessica Lyon stepped down in January 2024, was there with the partiers. So was Pantera Północy, noted for filming Linden events such as monthly Concierge & Land User Group meet-ups. 

 

There was a lot of fun to be had, with lots of people in avatars of all kinds dancing away to the music.

 

And as always, Team Firestorm had some presents available for those attending.  One was "a bohemian inspired" bedroom set, which had a spacious bed along with a nightstand and lamp. It was described as "legacy and PBR textures applied," as well as having single and couples animations (I didn't check to see if any were clearly for behind closed doors). There was also a post with a set of birdhouses, with a weathered rustic look. 

 

There was also a a fiery pawed cougar from Wild Kajaera. It's a forever pet which needs no food but can't breed either. One can make it breedable, for a fee, but it will then need food every so often. And finally, there was the KittiCatS collectable kitty. They had another for it's third anniversary, a red one. This one was different, black with flames of a different shade of red. When it's new, you can place it on your shoulder if you know where to click. 

 

If you're interested, the gifts are still available. But they won't be up forever. So if you haven't yet, check them out. - https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Firestorm%20Ghost%20Town/14/240/3903 

 

Happy anniversary Team Firestorm. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Cartoon of The Day: "Pullin' Me Leg"

Taken at the Montecito Bay "Talk Like A Pirate Day" party. The hostess was dressed as a buccaneer with a peg leg. The expression "pulling your leg" might take on a whole new meaning with someone with that.

 

By Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Happy "Talk Like A Pirate Day"

 

"Shiver me timbers! It be 'International Talk Like A Pirate Day' me hearties. So feel free ta speak th' way of th' brotherhood, dress up like a buccaneer or wench, or better yet, both. Check out yer groups fer pirate-themed goin's on. Arrrrrrrrr!"

Check out our article on "Pirate Speak."

 

 Bixyl Shuftan

 

Sneak Peak

 

 Here's a preview of what we'll be writing about Monday, baring technical difficulties. So what is this location? Stay tuned to find out.

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

SL Video : "Ed Sheeran - Shape Of You"

 

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From Chrristtine on April 2017

 

Announcement: Aether Salon Presents: "The War of 1812"

 

The Aether Salon Presents "1812!" with Wildstar Beaumont

Sunday at 2pm SLT! 
A scintillating hour is guaranteed. 
at the R.F. Burton Library in New Babbage
 Babbage Canals (195,63,105)
https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Babbage%20Canals/195/63/105

New Last Names In Second Life

 

 Yesterday, Thursday September 17, Linden Lab announced a list of new last names residents can change their accounts to. 

 

 

Happy Autumn! Thank you to everyone who continues to submit ideas through our Last Name Suggestion Form. We always choose new last names from Resident suggestions, and today we're refreshing the available list with another batch of community-submitted favorites.

 

The new names are a variety. A few autumn inspired, others not much to do with the season: Viridian, Fierce, Danger, Otter, Meow, Peach, Lark, Autumn, Oak. Willow, Cinnamon, Charm, Sunrise, Silverwood, Briar, Butterfly.

 

It should be noted Linden Lab typically offers new last names for Halloween, which is in a few weeks. So if you're interested in picking one of these surnames, you may want to do it soon as that name may be gone for good when the spooky season arrives. 

 

As a reminder, changing one's last name has some catches, notably it's not for free but has a fee, $49,99 USD for those with a free account. Check the FAQ page (here).  

 

To see the blog post in full, Click Here. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

It Came From Bellisseria Chat: A Home 9/11 Memorial

 

From Achilles Audion last week, whom did his own tribute to the 9/11 anniversary, "Set up a memorial for the day on my land. (It's_ not (in) Belli, but you're my people so I'm sharing."

 

In Brief

 

There's a lot going on, and just a little time at the moment to write about it. So here's the short version of a few top stories. 

 

There was an announcement this Sunday from Club Furbidden that the club would be closing. Skitty (XxwildskittlesxX Resident) stated there would be about three weeks of events left. 

 

On Saturday September 12, Team Firestorm would hold it's anniversary party, it's 16th. There were three hours of music, plus gifts people can still head over and grab.

 

For Fantasy Faire fans who would like to visit one of the sims, good news.  Contraption, the sponsor of one of the 2025 Fantasy Faire areas, has made it's own place look like the sim at the event. 

 

More on these, and other stories, later.  

 

Interview With Some T. Jupiter

 

Netera Landar recently interviewed Second Life musician Some T. Jupiter (Somewhereintime Jupiter). While he started out singing Blues music, he also does a variety of other genres. So how did he start and how did he find out about Second Life. Netera would find out those, and more. 

 

Read Netera's interview in People.  

 

Press Release: OutShop Cancer Starts October 1st, Ninth Season

 

Out Shop Cancer Returns for Its 9th Annual Event
 

*The Tables Are Open for a Month of Hope, Community, and Giving Back*

**SECOND LIFE –** The lights are on, the doors are open, and the tables are set!

This October, **Out Shop Cancer** returns for its **9th Annual Event**, inviting the Second Life community to **step into the game and help change the odds against cancer**. From **October 1–31, 2026**, shoppers, creators, and supporters from across the grid will come together to support **Making Strides Against Breast Cancer** and the **American Cancer Society**.

Throughout the month, visitors can explore the **Out Shop Cancer Main Store & Marketplace Shopping Event** and the ever-popular **Gridwide Hunt**, discovering exclusive creations while every Linden Dollar donated helps fund groundbreaking breast cancer research, patient support programs, and lifesaving advocacy.

Beginning **October 15**, the excitement reaches a new level as **Out Shop Cancer: Luck Be a Cure Tonight** opens its doors. Inspired by the glamour and excitement of Las Vegas, this immersive two-week celebration transforms the event into a destination filled with:

* The Pop-Up Market
* The Art Walk
* Role Play Dinners
* Interactive Workshops
* Game Tournaments
* Pumpkin & Float Decorating Contests
* Live Entertainment
* And plenty of surprises along the way!

Whether you're shopping for a cause, discovering hidden treasures on the hunt, enjoying an evening of entertainment, or simply spending time with friends, every visit helps make a difference.

For nine years, Out Shop Cancer has proven that when a community comes together with creativity, generosity, and hope, incredible things happen.

**The House Doesn't Win… Hope Does.**

Join us this October as we **shop with purpose, raise the stakes against cancer, and help change the odds for breast cancer patients and their families.**

**Out Shop Cancer 2026**
**October 1–31**
**Luck Be a Cure Tonight**
**Roll the dice. Light the fire. Hope hits the jackpot.**

For full event details and calendar, visit https://www.outshopcancersecondlife.com/
 

Events This Week In SL Clubbin'

 

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

Club Cutlass: Temporarily Closed

Happy Vixen: DJ Charlee, DJ Scratch, DJ Mr. E, DJ Khyra

Club Zero Gravity: DJ Rose - TBA

Xanadu: DJ Jesse 

 

Montecito Bay:  DJ Moni, DJ Cookie, DJ Chucklepuppy, DJ Moff

 

Furry Fashion: Nature Vs. Tech, TBA, Hybrids

 

Urban Furry :  DJ Charlee, DJ Emma, DJ Emma

 

Read the schedules in SL Clubbin'

 

Reader Submitted Picture: Why Is It Called Club "Zero Gravity?"

 

 From one of the staff of Club Zero Gravity who wanted to remain anonymous. There are reasons the club got the name it did. 

 

*Addition* Check out this story of how the club was rediscovered: https://www.patreon.com/Guardian_Angels_Inc/posts/relics-of-past-57423864 .