Singer Austin Moores Returns To The Stage

 

Musician Austin Moores has played in Second Life for quite some time. Recently, he had to take a three month break. But a few days ago, he's back, and back to performing on stage with his Austin's Angels. Netera Landar had a chance to interview him. And he had much to say. 

 

Read Netera's interview in People. 

 

Merry Christmas

 

The staff at the SL Newser wishes all of you a Merry Christmas.

(Taken at Caledon Downs)

 

Second Life's Monthy Active Users Up From 600,000 to 620,000

 

In a recent article in New World Notes, Hamlet AU reported that Brad Oberwager, the head of Linden Lab, stated that the number of monthly active users had gone up from about 600,000 in October to 620,000. 

 

In an October interview Oberwager admitted that Second Life's monthly active users had dropped to 500,000 in 2024. 

 

Oberwager would go on to say they planned on doing things that would encourage more people to use the virtual world more often, such as hiring a Vice President of Engineering. 

 

Source: New World Notes

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Reader Submitted Cartoon: Christmas Decor Headaches

 

 From Zada Bury. Looks like her holiday season has been a bit stressful.

 

Sable Hound Hollow ‘s Winter Reverie

 

Gemma Cleaslate has been searching for holiday and winter-themed locations since November. And in her last article before Christmas, she looks at Sable Hound Hollow‘s Winter Reverie. There are sleigh rides, pony rides, and great scenery. She also had a chance to stop by the Premier Business Center and Bellisseria Fairgrounds.

 

Read the story in Places.  

 

 

SL Video: "A Raglan Shire Tiny Christmas Carol"

 

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 From Nitwacket on December 2008, "Arwenbunny Lisle, Bo FIddlesticks, Etheria Parrott, Summer Seale, Mousearina Ballyhoo, Ian Perl, Brenna Hastings, Panacea Pangaea, Baldi McMillan, Songbird1028 Sorbet, Tehlozor Scribe, Wellington Beam."

 

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: CAYA, Health Scare, TBA

Happy Vixen: DJ Malit, TBA

Club Zero Gravity: DJ Rose - Gold and Silver

 

Bouncing Bunny Beach Club:  DJ Rose - Formals

Xanadu: DJ Jesse 

Club Squeaks: DJ Squeaks

 

Montecito Bay:  CAYA, After Dark

Club Scorn: Christmas vacation - no shows

 

Furry Fashion: TBA

 

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

 

Read the schedules in SL Clubbin'

 

 

Picture of The Day

 

Noc Uzzℴ-Shiriki (Nocturnal23 Resident) offers a hug in her Christmas sweater. 

 

The "Twisted Christmas Party"

 

 On Monday December 15, the Happy Vixen Beach Club would hold  it's "Twisted Christmas Party." This tradition at the longtime beach club has owner and occasional DJ Nydia Tungsten, aka "Naughty Nydia," spinning Christmas tunes and parodies from mild to wild to "Oh em gee." The Newser was there, and got a few pictures.

 

See more in Events. 

 

Calas Christmas

 

In her latest article about Christmas locations, Gemma Cleanslate went to an old favorite: Calas Galadhon Park. This season marks the seventeenth year that the owners Ty Tenk and Truck Meredith have remade their area for the holiday season. And as Gemma found, once again they haven't failed to do a spectacular job, with a reindeer ride, ice skating, Disney characters, and lots of great scenery.

 

Read Gemma's story in Places. 

 

SL Video: "In Darkest Night"

 

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From Akiko Kinoshi on Dec 20, "The Darkest Night - a particle show by Delain Canucci and Kurk Mumfuzz Recorded Dec 20 2025 at Loon Lake Park in Calas Galadhon 

 

"The Darkest Night in Calas: On the darkest winter night, Calas lay silent beneath a sky of deep shadow. The ancient pines stood tall and still, their branches heavy with snow. The frozen lake shimmered like glass, untouched and endless. No voices. No footsteps. Only the wind, weaving through the trees like an old song half-remembered. Among the woods, scattered were a few quiet cabins, small flames glowing faintly within, but most of Calas was wild, watchful, waiting. At the forest’s edge, where the shadows deepened, a single warm light flickered in a small wooden workshop. Inside worked Corin, the lanternmaker. His lights were not made for streets or houses, but for hearts, for memory, and for those who walked the long dark paths. Though fewer and fewer remembered him now, he continued his work quietly, alone. The Knock Just after midnight, while the forest held its breath, a soft knock echoed at the workshop door. Corin opened it. A child stood there, one of the few who lived in a distant cabin among the pines. His coat was heavy with snow, his eyes wide with cold and something like hope. In his hand he held an old lantern, dented and lifeless. “This belonged to my grandmother,” the child whispered. “She lit it every winter, and the forest felt warm. But now it won’t shine anymore.” Corin nodded with gentle understanding. “Come inside.” The Memory Light The workshop smelled of woodsmoke, pine sap, and melting wax. Corin placed the lantern upon his workbench. “To return its light,” he said soft and steady, “we must remember the warmth it once carried. Flame is not enough. The heart must return as well.” So the child began to speak. Of walking through deep snow with laughter echoing between the trees. Of warm bread shared beside a crackling fire. Of stories told while the winter winds howled outside. Of feeling safe. Of being loved. Corin listened in stillness. And as the child remembered, something shifted, not just in the lantern, but in the room itself. He touched flame to wick. The lantern glowed. Not bright. Not sharp. But warm, a golden memory that breathed. The Light Spreads The glow shone out into the forest night. Animals paused in their tracks. Owls blinked from snowy branches. Foxes lifted their heads to watch. Even the ancient deer moved quietly from the shadows. They gathered, not in fear, but drawn by the gentle return of warmth they had almost forgotten. Those in the scattered cabins stepped outside, lanterns in hand, old, dusty, silent. They did not speak. They brought them to the child’s flame and one by one, the lights awakened. Soon, Calas glowed. Small warm lanterns hung from branches, rested on cabin windowsills, and shone across the frozen lake. The forest was not made bright. It was made alive. The darkness did not vanish. But it grew kind. Morning When dawn rose pale and soft, the storm had passed. “Will the lanterns stay lit forever?” the child asked. Corin smiled. “No light lasts by itself. But we can always choose to kindle it again. Especially on the longest nights. Especially for the ones we miss.” The child understood. The Tradition Now, each winter when the nights grow long, the forest of Calas fills with lanterns. Not to chase away the dark, but to welcome it. Because the beings of Calas learned: Light is warmest near the deep night. Comfort is felt most when cold surrounds us. And love continues wherever we choose to remember it."

Cartoon of The Day: Christmas Segway

 

 Taken at EAW. Looks like this segway rider got decorative. Or maybe, it was someone else's doing. 

 

By Bixyl Shuftan 

 

SL Video: "Christmas in Second Life"

 

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 From Martha Simonds on Nov 2002, "Santa's On His Way !! So I have to prepare my land for Christmas"

 

Joyful Gardens

 

In her article for today, Netera Landar writes about Joyful Gardens. Created by Hedy Heartsong, the place is beautiful and picturesque, with natural scenery including flowers trees and animals, gardens, stone ruins, a maze, and much more. 

 

Read Netera's article in Places.  

Teddy’s Haven

 

Nydia Tungsten is back with another game review. In her article for today, she looks over "Teddy's Haven." In this game you run a shop in a Medieval Fantasy village. So instead of being an adventurer, you're selling goods to them, as well as others who come by the shop. You can explore some, and collect things to sell, as well as meeting people and creatures. As you make money, you can expand. So what did Nydia think?

 

Read Nydia's review in Other Grids, Games, and MMOs. 

 

SL Video (Science Circle): "Pluto On Ice"

 

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From The Science Circle on March 27, 2016 by Patio Plasma (Paul Doherty) 

New World Notes Moves to Patreon

 

 Normally, The Newser doesn't write about other newsletters and newsblogs. And it's been a few months since yours truly last checked this one. But its just been found out that New World Notes, written by James Wagner (aka Hamlet Au), has moved to Patreon due to the platform it's based on shutting down. The move was made in September.

 

 

New World Notes is moving to my Patreon! I've been covering virtual world news and culture on my blog since 2006, but Typepad is shutting down on September 30. So New World Notes must move to another platform.

 

Patreon requires a subscription to not just post, but read articles there. Higher degrees of membership cost money. 

 

Hamlet Au was hired by Linden Lab as their "embedded reporter" in 2006 and remained there for a few years. He eventually left, but continued to write about Second Life and virtual worlds and tech in general. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Nineteen Years Ago ...

 

 It was nineteen years ago yesterday, December 17, 2006, in which I went to a place online one of my Internet friends had been bragging about. For some time, she had been talking about the fun she had on Second Life, showing some pictures of her appearance there. So when I finally got high-speed Internet, I would check out two places online, World of Warcraft and Second Life. 

 

These days, I hardly ever go about Warcraft. But after nineteen years I still get on almost every day. Much has changed. It's owner Linden Lab has gone through a number of CEOs and being bought up. It's gone through a number of developments such as mesh and PBR. It's long past what's considered it's golden age when it was shiny and new. A whole generation has passed, people leaving from losing interest or dying, and new people getting on. But Second Life is still here and continuing to thrive. 

 

It's become my main audience as a writer. But I still continue enjoying the places I see, the events I come across, and of course there's the people I meet.  There really isn't a reason to stop. 

 

So baring some unforseen disaster, I'll still be coming on, and writing about, this wacky but wonderful virtual world.  

To read more about my first days, check out my 2021 article.

Bixyl Shuftan.  

Linden Snowball Fight Tomorrow, Friday December 19

 

Have you always wanted to pelt Linden Lab's finest with a cold, wet, snowball?  Well, tomorrow's your chance. The Linden Snowball Fight will be taking place. 

 

 

Grab your warm clothes and prepare for some snowy mayhem at the Winter Wonderland Snowball Fight Arena! This year’s event promises sparkling snowballs, big laughs, and a chance to face off against your favorite Lindens.

Event Details

• When? Friday, December 19th
  • First battle: 8 AM - 9 AM PT/SLT
  • Second battle: 12 PM - 1 PM PT/SLT
• Location: Winter Wonderland Snowball Fight Arena

https://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Winter%20Wonderland%201/241/212/44 

 

Arrive early to snag your free snow-launching gear from vendors around the arena. Assemble your squad and prepare for the ultimate showdown. See you on the battlefield!

 

This event is something of a tradition that has taken place every year for over a decade. It's been known by a few names, but people keep calling it the Linden Snowball Fight. Typically, it takes place twice a year, in December and February or March.  

 

Once again the action takes place from 8 to 9 AM, and 12 Noon to 1 PM SL time at Winter Wonderland 1 (241/212/44).  

 

Newser Crew Meeting

 

On Saturday December 13 at Noon SL time, the Newser staff would hold a meeting. It would be at its office in HV Community. From right to left were Gemma Cleanslate, Nydia Tungsten, Netera Landar, Penny Shuftan, and Bixyl Shuftan (myself). We would talk about subjects to write about, which December certainly provides plenty of,

And eventually came "meeting adjourned," which brought out a festive gesture.

 

Stay tuned for more stories from the Newser crew.

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

The Lost Gallery

 

Netera Landar recently went to the opening of an art exhibition going on to January 3, "The Lost Gallery." Set in a wintery outdoor area, the place was "beautiful and realistic." She would talk to some people and take a few pictures of the displays. So which artists were there and what did they have?

 

Read Netera's article, and see the pictures, in Design.

 

Addition: Part of the article was accidentally left out earlier. It's now up. 

Cartoon of The Day: On Purpose

 

 Taken at the Happy Vixen. This cartoon was based on actual dialogue with Umbra Gardenvale. 

 

By Bixyl Shuftan

 

 

Who Should Be Second Life's Man of The Year?

 

A few days ago, Time Magazine named the people leading the development of AI as the Persons of The Year for 2025.  The "Man of the Year" edition of Time is something the magazine has done for almost a century, the person, group or persons, or thing that has made the news the most in the past year. Its not always awarded to a man, and like this year sometimes it's a group of people. The choices are occasionally controversial. One year, it was awarded to "The Computer" due to the impact of them on technology and lifestyle & entertainment. There have been time's it's been awarded to someone who did a lot of death and destruction or otherwise affected peoples' lives for the worse. 

 

So with this in mind, who would be the man, or woman, or people, of the year for Second Life in 2025?

 

The Second Life Newser has announced a "Man of the Year" every year for almost a decade. Over time, we've chosen a variety of people, We've chosen Lindens. One year the Moles got it as a group for their work on Bellisseria. Citizens and communities have gotten it. 

 

Should it be someone behind a noteworthy project? Should it be a group of people helping others, such as the Relay for Life Volunteers? Or maybe this was someone or something that had such a big impact on the Internet, it was clearly felt within Second Life?

 

We have a few people in mind, but we certainly can use some suggestions. Who do you think should be Second Life's Man, Woman, or Persons of the Year?

 

Source: Time Magazine, Wikipedia

Bixyl Shuftan

 

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: Casual Dress, Rockin' Christmas, Christmas with A Twist

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

Club Zero Gravity: DJ Rose - 

 

Bouncing Bunny Beach Club:  DJ Rose - 

Xanadu: DJ Jesse 

Club Squeaks: DJ Squeaks

 

Montecito Bay:  CAYA, After Dark

Club Scorn: Th 8-12, Sat 2-12

 

Furry Fashion: Celtic, Hooves & Horns, Neon

 

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

 

Read the schedules in SL Clubbin'

 

Autism Australia Event Raises Over 130,000 Linden Dollars

 

At one minute after Midnight SL time on Saturday December 13, a 24 hour fundraiser named Autism Australia took place. It was held at Club Evolution in Hartford. A number of DJs would take part. The event was to raise funds for "Shine for Autism."Simone Wagstaff, the club's owner, and Missy (Misfit72 Resident) helped run the event. I would drop by at the tail end of DJ RocknRoll's event, and they were whooping it up. 

Missy would call out on occassion:

 

💙 AUTISM AWARENESS CHARITY EVENT 

 ═══════════════════════════════
🎗️ EVOLUTION is raising funds for AUTISM! 🎗️
Already L$130,000+ donated! 💕
Every donation counts - big or small!
Help us make a difference! ✨
Donations can be made directly at
https://www.initforautism.org.au/event/shine-for-autism/home 

 

 She would comment, "I started just before midnight. I must say we.. Anna and I ..." DJ Grizzly, who was next on stage, responded, "It's tough being indispensable." Missy grinned, "Heh, I am sure I am indispensable. ... This will be my last set (smile) after this I really need to go and pay my bed a visit." Grizzly was just starting to head to the stage, "Awww...  Well, glad your sticking around for my set.  And thanks for toughing it out!" "All for charity," Missy commented. Grizzly would start his set with "Rough Girl," while someone else, Jessica (VicBitter Resident) encouraged, "Missy get to bed!" 

Grizzly would encourage people to donate to the posters, which were accepting cash like kiosks. Jessica would say, " just want to say right here...thank you to Simone and Jack for putting all of this together. To all of our awesome DJ's and host volunteers on behalf of Evolution Australia thank you all." People were also encouraged to enter a couple raffles in which a car and a place were the prizes. 

Mira Dust would thank the Newser for helping to publicize the fundraiser. 

 

Yours truly was only able to stay at the event for a short while, and due to real life couldn't be at the end. But over 130,000 Linden dollars had been raised by the time I was there. Dropping by later, I couldn't find the total amount. 

 

There will be a second Autism Australia fundraiser just after Midnight early Saturday morning December 20.

 

Addition: The Newser has been informed that the event raised over 170,000 Linden dollars.  

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Applications Being Accepted For Valentine Shop and Hop

 

It's not yet Christmas, and people are still shopping at the stores for gifts. But already Linden Lab is getting ready for February.  On Friday December 12, Linden Lab announced it was accepting applications for the Valentine Shop and Hop.

 

We are thrilled to announce the early opening of applications for the 2026 Valentine Shop & Hop!

As we prepare for an extra special Valentine’s event, we're on the lookout for enthusiastic Creators ready to join the celebration of love ...

Merchants wanting to take part will need to fill out a Google Doc (here).  They will need to offer at least 20 percent off on items on sale at the stores. They will also need to offer a new gift for shoppers, regardless if they're in the merchant's group or not, or a gift certificate worth at least 300 Linden dollars. No adult items are permitted, nor are political themes. Also, applying does not guarantee approval.

 

 The Valentine Shop and Hop will run from Friday January 30 to Monday February 16. 

 

For the blog post in full, Click here.  

 

Yosemite in Winter

 

Gemma Cleanslate's search for wintry places took her to a favorite location:Yosemite. Snow has come to the natural park, and there are winter activities one can enjoy such as skiing and skating. But you can also enjoy the usual ones, such as horseback riding, this time with a wintry atmosphere. 

 

Read Gemma's article in Places.  

 

Reader Submitted: "Bixyl The Newshound Fox"

 

By Masane Amaha  (Masane Bloodrose), using Suno

(To the tune of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer")

(Intro) You know Cronkite and Brokaw and Cooper and Blitzer, Reporters who love to drink coffee and spritzer. But do you recall... The most famous news fox of all?

(Verse 1) Bixyl Shuftan the News Fox, Has a nose for sniffing news. And if you ever see him, He’s hunting for the interviews.

(Verse 2) All of the other avatars, Wonder where he’s gonna go. They know that clever Bixyl, Is always in the festive show.

(Bridge) Then one foggy Christmas Eve, The Editor came to say: "Bixyl with your nose so bright, Go sniff out a scoop tonight!"

(Verse 3) Then how the readers loved him, As they shouted out with glee: "Bixyl Shuftan the News Fox, You'll go down in history!"

(Outro) He's sniffing out the news... Yeah, he's sniffing out the news! (Cha-cha-cha)


https://suno.com/song/864df382-bc19-4887-9e05-acc6cc594eff

 

 

 

Cartoon of The Day:

 

 Taken at the Feral Furry theater. One of the costumed bots behind the concessions counter was open to a certain pun.

 

By Bixyl Shuftan

 

A Look At The Virtual World Resonite

 

 Have you heard of Resonite, one of the newer virtual worlds? I hadn't really until a few days ago. Created by Tomáš “Frooxius” Mariančík of the Czech Republic and published by Yellow Dog Studios, it officially came online just two years ago in October 2023. One of my friends (Scratch Musikatt) talked me into giving it a look. 

 

 It's comparable to VR Chat, though there's also a third-person view from behind available. As one can see, the starter avatars aren't very much. It's clearly expected of you to move on to a better avie once you know more about the place. 

 

 Unlike VR Chat, you have an inventory. Looking into mine, I found a card showing the controls, which could be adjusted in size. 

 

If you go about and see someone with a green microphone symbol over their heads, they're volunteer mentors who should be able to answer most any question you have.  

 

I may write more on this place soon. For now, you can read more about this new virtual world on it's website (https://resonite.com/), and it's Wiki (https://wiki.resonite.com/Main_Page). 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

SL Music Video: "Forever"

 

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From Diamond Doll Productions on July 14, "Jazmine Sulvine Tribute video, Forever doesn't last."

 

Press Release: "Autism Australia" Taking Place Saturday Dec 13, Dec 20

 

 ## Second Life Charity Event Raises Funds for Australian Children with Autism

**Second Life, Virtual World** — Evolution Australia proudly announces a special charity event in Second Life, raising funds to support Australian children with Autism through **Shine for Autism**.

This community-driven event brings together DJs, hosts, volunteers, and residents from across Second Life for an inclusive celebration of music, connection, and giving. All funds raised will directly support programs and services for children with Autism in Australia.

Participants can support the cause in several easy ways:

* **Donate Lindens**: Click and pay the **big blue “Shine for Autism” donation signs** located at the back of the stage.
* **QR Code Donation**: Scan the QR code on-site to be taken directly to the Shine for Autism website.
* **Website Donation**: Touch the information sign to receive a notecard with the Shine for Autism website link. Navigate to **Donate** and contribute as normal.

Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference.

 

* **FREE Car and Aircraft Raffles** will be held during the event.
* Entry is limited to **200 people**.
* Participants must wear the **AutAusEvoEvent group tag** to be eligible.

## 🎉 Most of All… Have Fun

This event is about community, music, and making a real-world difference. Whether you’re donating, DJing, volunteering, or just dancing—thank you for being part of something meaningful.

**Together, we can shine a light on Autism and support Australian children who need it most.**

 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Hartford/230/18/22

 

"What Thanksgiving Means To Me"

 

Penny Shuftan took a break from her medical hiatus to send an article to the Newser. Last month, she thought about Thanksgiving, and what it means to people. So besides looking up information on the holiday, she would interview three people she came across. So what did they have to say?

 

Read Penny's article in People (yes it's late, but better late then never). 

 

Holiday Shop & Hop Women's Gift Gowns And Outfits

 

The Christmas Shop and Hop is taking place. And Netera Landar dropped by to check it out. For today's article she looks at some of the women's gowns and outfits offered as gifts by the stores. So what did she find?

 

Read Netera's article in Fashion. 

SL Video: (Science Circle) NASA Presentation

 

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 From The Science Circle on March 6 2016, "NASA Presentation 03-12-2013"

 

 

74,000 Linden Dollars Raised at Veterans Benefit

 

On Sunday December 7, Pearl Harbor Day, the monthly benefit concert at Veterans Isle took place. Organized in part by Frets Nirvana, the event raised money for the Homes For Our Troops charity. 

 

The music was scheduled to start at 10AM with DJ Zack.  Then Quarts at 11 AM. At Noon SL time would come performer Paul Kindhartdman. I dropped in the middle of the 1 PM performance with Ed Lowell and Mr. Multiwriter (Mrmulti Writer). As the musicians played, people donated Lindens to two house-shaped kiosks on the left and right sides of the stage.

 

Frets Nirvana was there, encouraging the people to give a little more,  

"Folks ...We have been supporting HFOT in Second Life now for 11 years ...and through the support of folks like all of you we have sent donations on average of $15000 a year to HFOT. ... HFOT Veterans are gifted this home mortgage free!  They are responsible for upkeep and taxes.   - Sad Fact- Only 16 states in the country are tax exempt for severely injured Veterans.{this truly needs to change to all 50 states supporting our vets, dontcha think?}"

 

The event would raise a total of 74,000 Linden dollars (34,000 in one kiosk, 40,000 in the other). 

 

To learn more about Homes for Our Troops, check https://www.hfotusa.org .

 

Bixyl Shuftan

 

Sunweavers Get Free Month's Rent

 

A few days ago, Rita Mariner, the chieftess of the Sunweaver community, and it's landlady, gave the local residents an early Christmas present: a free month's rent. 

 

CHRISTAMS RENT BONUS FROM THE BUNNY

Hi, as per my tradition, I give all my Wonderful Renters, a free month's rent, as a Heartfelt thank you for sticking with me another year. 

If I missed someone by accident, IM me.

RITA M, your ebil land bunny 

 

 

Christmas Lane

 

Gemma Cleanslate's search for Christmas places continues. For today's article, she looked at Christmas Lane. The place boasted plenty of decor, outdoor and indoor, plus gachas and an advent calendar. She also gave a short mention about the Christmas Shop and Hop. 

 

Read Gemma's article in Places. 

 

Tiny Carolers At Virtual Ability

 

On Monday December 8 at 1PM SL time, Virtual Ability got a Christmas treat. The "Tiny Carolers" from Raglan Shire dropped by for a performance. The Newser was there, and took a few pictures and heard some of the "Wootmas" tunes. 

 

Read the story in Events. 

 

Cartoon of The Day: Antler Ornaments

 

 Taken at the Christmas Expo. One lady had tree ornaments on her antlers. So what happened here? I could think of one explanation.

 

By Bixyl Shuftan 

 

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: Disco Dreams, Dragons & Devils, Rock And Roll 60's

Happy Vixen: DJ Arooo, DJ Charlee, DJ Scratch, DJ Malit, DJ Nydia, DJ Khyra

Club Zero Gravity: DJ Rose - 

 

Bouncing Bunny Beach Club:  DJ Rose - 

Xanadu: DJ Jesse 

Club Squeaks: DJ Squeaks

 

Montecito Bay:  CAYA, After Dark

Club Scorn: Th 8-12, Sat 2-12

 

Furry Fashion: CAYA, Disney, Insects Vs. Arachnids, ATC Release/Ferals

 

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

 

Read the schedules in SL Clubbin'

 

"Machinima Monday" by Chantal Harvey

 

 Longtime residents will likely remember Chantal Harvey, known in Second Life's Golden Age for her work in machinima, films done within virtual worlds and MMOs. Chantal is still around, holding a weekly event around these kinds of videos called "Machinima Monday."

 

We welcome filmers, writers, musicians, actors, movie-fans - hey - everybody is welcome.
This friendly machinima group holds weekly meetings at 1pm - every monday.
You are welcome to join us. 
Newcomer welcome, we chat and show our work, share tips and tricks, on fb too: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MachinimaMondays

 

I dropped by the other day, in time to see a couple well-done videos. Chantal herself was there in a "camera" avatar, looking like a robot with a few treats on her belt. The others present would share videos, and the others would comment. One was for Madpea, the other a music video. The people thought both were well done. 

 

Machinima Monday is every Monday at 1 PM SL time at Samandiriel (209/225/1797) 

 

Bixyl Shuftan

 

EOTB: New Last Names

 

In the official Second Life blog last week, Linden Lab announced they had released a list of Christmas and winter-themed last names for accounts. 

 

To celebrate the winter holiday season, we have released some festive new last names! 

 

The list of names goes as follows :

 

Nutmeg, Krampus, Solstice, Twinkle, Snowveil, Everfrost, Winterpelt, Glacia, Nuzzle, Polar, and Gingerpaw 

 

These seasonal names will be around "for a limited time," saying some *might* be available again in a future Christmas season. 

 

As a reminder, changing one's account name is not free. There's a fee of $49.99 for basic and Plus accounts, less for higher ones, more details here. And special seasonal names aside, once a name is dropped from the list, it's gone for good. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan

 

A Busy Weekend

 

 Plenty happened this weekend. The Christmas Expo took place, with events such as the Dream Kids performance and the last sets at the event stages, along with auctions, the results of the snowman contest, and more, ending with the Holiday for Hope Ball (above). There were other happenings, such as the monthly Homes for Our Troops fundraiser at Veterans Isle, Bay City's Tree Lighting, and more.

 

Yours truly would also give another virtual world a short look, and get talked into seeing a couple women's wrestling matches. But I forgot one thing:

 

Girls

 

fight

 

viciously.

 

 More details later. 

 

Bixyl Shuftan