A Busy Halloween Weekend

 

Quite a bit happened this weekend. The PBC had it's seminar about Medicare and Medicaid. Burn2 had it's Thank You Party (pic above). "The AI Land" art exhibit had it's grand opening. Rosehaven would have it's Farewell Ball. Veterans Isle would have its monthly fundraiser. Making Strides against Breast Cancer had the last of their events. 

 

 And various locations would have Halloween events.

 

We'll get to these topics when time permits.

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

 

Announcement: Pink Ribbon Ball for Strides

 

Pink Ribbon Ball for Strides

Saturday October 11th
1-3pm slt

All welcome!

Formal Attire

Music provided by: SWORD

Wooburn Commons
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wooburn/89/142/43 

 

A Glance At The Warblood City Autumn Carnival

 

 In Warblood City, their Autumn Carnival is going on. This family-friendly event is fun for just about everyone. There's rides, such as the ferris wheel. There are games, such as a few shooting galleries. There are performances. There's raffles in which you can get tickets for a chance at a nice prize. And there's the food. 

 

Avatars of all shapes and sizes are welcome, within reason such as dressing decently. The area was decked out for fall, with some pumpkins and Halloween decorations. 

 

I had a few words with one of the staff, Mina (scyredstrike Resident), who showed me around. There was a graveyard, which had zombies lumbering toward people. There was the kiddie food court. One area she was hesitant to go in as it was full of creepy dolls. There was also a Halloween walkthrough. 

 

The Autumn Carnival raises funds for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer/ 

"Have (a) screaming good time and Happy Halooween."

 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Warblood%20Isle/121/160/22 

 

Bixyl Shuftan 

Press Release: Eighth Annual Outshop Cancer Shopping Event

 

Out Shop Cancer Returns for 8th Year in Support of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

[Second Life – 2025] – The 8th annual Out Shop Cancer event is set to return this October in support of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and the American Cancer Society. Running from October 1 – 31, 2025, this beloved fundraising event invites shoppers and hunters from across the Second Life grid to come together for a cause that touches millions.

Back again this year are the Out Shop Cancer Main Store and Marketplace Shopping Event and the ever-popular Grid-Wide Hunt, offering endless opportunities to shop, explore, and discover while raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research and support services.

Adding to the excitement, from October 15 – 31, the special themed event “Out Shop Cancer: Goth Darn-it! Let’s Find a Cure!” will take place, bringing together one-stop shopping in the Pop-Up Market, an inspiring Art Walk, festive pumpkin and float decorating contests, interactive workshops, and a full lineup of live entertainment.

Every Linden raised during Out Shop Cancer goes directly to the American Cancer Society, funding groundbreaking breast cancer research, patient support programs, and awareness efforts.

Join us this October in Second Life to shop, hunt, create, and celebrate while making a real difference in the fight against breast cancer. Together, we can shop with purpose and take another step closer to a cure.

Website: https://www.outshopcancersecondlife.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/outshopcancersl
Primfeed: https://www.primfeed.com/out-shop-cancer
Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/groups/outshopcancersl/
Donate online: http://main.acsevents.org/goto/outshopcancer

Landmark for Shopping Hud available October 1. 
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Chronotis%20Empire/201/90/23 

 

Announcement: Warblood City's 7th Annual Autumn Carnival

 

21st September-1 November 2025

Food
Performances
Rides
Games

Raffles and Vendors to benefit American Cancer Society: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Fun for all ages!
Free Entrance!

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Warblood%20Isle/121/160/22

Cartoon of The Day: Breakdance Fail

 

 

 Taken at a music event at Outshop Cancer. One guy was breakdancing. But I couldn't help but wonder that in years to come, in real life a guy wouldn't find it so easy after a while.

 

By Bixyl Shuftan

 

Announcement: Pink Ribbon Ball Tomorrow, Sunday October 13

 

You are cordially invited to attend the Annual Pink Ribbon Ball for Strides!

Shopping begins Oct 11th
SL merchants have donated amazing items for some shopping pleasure!

Pink Ribbon Ball Oct 13th 2pm slt
Formal attire; any era

Upon arrival, please feel free to pick up resource information from ACS about breast cancer early detection and support.

 

SL Renaissance Festival Concludes, I Pink I Can Continues

 

 

This weekend was the conclusion of the Renaissance Festival in Second Life. Among the events in the sims south of American Cancer Society was at 1PM Saturday when Jaycatt and Frogg performed at the Minstrel Stage. At the event, Jaycatt had a limited edition pet dragon on his shoulder, which people could get for a small donation. 

Elsewhere at the Ren Fest, there were tournaments. I would witness a round of jousting. It was close, ending 5 to 4. 

And of course there was the shopping, at numerous stores. 

While the Ren Fest may be ending, "I Pink I Can" is still going on, in the sims north of American Cancer Society. On Sunday at 1PM was a stage play, "A Child’s Journey Through Cancer: The Musical." It would show "the story of a child’s journey through cancer told in music and dance. It takes us through the fear, joy and hope experienced in a cancer journey." It was done and directed by Patty Flow of "Roos With A Dream," with some of her teammates taking part, as well as other Relayers.

 

Both the Ren Fest and I Pink I Can raise money for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. 

More on I Pink I Can later. The event goes on to Sunday October 20.

Bixyl Shuftan

 

Making Strides Announcement: Limited Edition Linden RenFest Bear 2024

 

 
The adorable Lady Ophelia LE Linden Bear is at the RenFest, and only until Oct 6.  (Pic attached)

Available at any [http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Ren%20Fest%202/61/180/24  Welcome Centre]  at the Festival

And LOTS more Linden items in the Silent Auctions & Raffles... 12 & 6 Month SL Memberships,  Create a NEW SL Resident Last name, and more!

[https://slrenaissancefestival.com/lindensattherenfest/ Check The List Out Here]

The Renaissance Festival And I Pink I Can

 

 

 This weekend, two events for Making Strides against Breast Cancer got started. One is the Renaissance Festival, taking place in a few sims south of American Cancer Society. The main stage is at Ren Fest 2, with live music events taking place. 

There's also tournaments, such as archery and swordfighting, and I saw one fighter practicing. 

There's also shopping, auctions, and the "Pillory the Lindens" event later this wee, Friday October 4 at 3PM SL time. 

North of American Cancer Society in American Cancer Society2 and 3, there's a Halloween-themed event taking place, I Pink I Can. A few days ago we mentioned the shops. But there's also a hunt going on, the Pinkula Hunt (as if vampires weren't scary enough already). 

There was also a "Halloween Dance Show" by "Kidz Dance" on Sunday.

Be sure to check out both events. The Renaissance Festival goes on to Sunday October 6, and I Pink I Can goes on to October 20.

Bixyl Shuftan

Coming Soon: The SL Renaissance Festival

 

 

 In two days, the Second Life Renaissance Festival will begin. This is an event to raise money for "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer," and will take place in several sims south of the American Cancer Society sim. There will be music (presumably including some "bardcore", modern songs sung like a Medieval singer would), shopping, auctions, tournaments, events such as "Pillory a Linden," and more.

For more information, check the event website here: https://slrenaissancefestival.com/ .

Announcement: The 2nd Annual Pink Ribbon Ball for Strides!.

 

 Welcome to the 2nd Annual Pink Ribbon Ball for Strides!.

Please feel free to pick up resource information from ACS about breast cancer early detection and support.

As a special surprise...several SL merchants have donated raffle items...please browse and bid!

Mary, Duchess of Burleigh (aka DJ Mer) has curated a fantastic musical set for us!  In lieu of tips, please donate to the ACS Strides kiosk.

Let's dance to find a cure!

Sunday October 8
1 to 3 PM SL time

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Wooburn/218/104/43

Relay's Rennissance Festival Concludes, I Pink I Can Begins

 

 Sunday October 1 was the final day of the Second Life Renaissance Festival. Among the events that day was the Royal Court Gala, which went from 1-4PM SL time. 

 

Once a year, her Majesty, the Festival Queen commands  a royal party during the SL Renaissance Festival. She orders an extravagant festival and gala in your honor!  The Queen opens the Royal Court Gala to all in Second Life who wish to attend. Dance and merriment with grand entertainment shall be found indeed with DJs Ajay McDowell & Dar Zombie .The Royal Gala celebrates the tournament winners and participants, the merchants, villagers, shoppers, entertainers and all who wish to join in the festivities. Come explore the gleaming dance-floor and dance the afternoon away. 

 

Numerous people showed up in their finer period clothing.

But as one major event was ending, another was starting. Sunday October 1st was also the start of I Pink I Can, taking place in American Cancer Society2 and IPIC.

 

Enjoy four weeks of live music, live DJs, camping, shopping, raffles, and more Halloween fun as we join forces to fight breast cancer! This benefit is for The American Cancer Society and all proceeds will be going to their Strides Campaign. The event runs from October 2nd through the 29th.

Dropping by, American Cancer Society had the look of a small city celebrating Halloween with it's decorations at dim lights. The kickoff party was at 12 Noon, attracting a large crowd, some who were looking a little on the spooky side themselves. One of the two performers on stage was wearing a dark mask that glowed neon eyes and mouth.

Both the Renaissance Festival and  I Pink I Can are part of Making Strides in Second Life, a Relay for Life in Second Life fundraiser which raises money for breast cancer research.

 

Bixyl Shuftan

 

Pillory A Linden (Or Mole)

 

While the purpose for Relay for Life fundraising events is very serious, they are often very fun. And when the Lindens and Moles get involved, there's often more fun to be had. Last Friday was the start of the Second Life Renaissance Festival, held to benefit Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. One event that day was "Pillory A Linden (or Mole)." And many residents came by to see some of Linden Lab's finest get locked up and pelted with rotten fruit.

 

Read the story in Events. 

SL Rennaissance Festival Today

 

 The SL Renaissance Festival begins today. For the fourth year in a row, this event being held in three sims next to the American Cancer Society sim will last from today September 22 to Sunday October 1 will be held. There will be shopping, raffles, silent auctions, roleplay, music events, tournaments, and of couse lots to see. The Lindens will be at two events, "Pillory a Linden" and "Joust a Linden."

 

The money raised will go to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. 

 

For more information, check out the website at  https://slrenaissancefestival.com/

 

Press Release: Making Strides' "Outshop Cancer"

 

The 6th annual Out Shop Cancer event supporting Making Strides and the American Cancer Society is almost here.

Out Shop Cancer is a main store and marketplace shopping event and a signature Strides Campaign in Second Life in support of the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer programs and research.

The 2023 Out Shop Cancer event includes main store and marketplace shopping, a grid-wide hunt, an Out Shop Cancer Pop-up Market, and a special Gala event. Along with the many shopping opportunities, there will be several special raffles during the month, including raffles for eBody Reborn bodies, Belleza bodies, LeLutka heads, skin packs and much more.

In addition to the shopping, hunt and raffles, there will be an art walk and photo contest this year. The Easthaven Art Walk will also run Oct. 1 through Oct. 31 and feature the creative work of artists and photographers with proceeds benefiting Strides. A photo contest with the theme, "Season of Hope" will be held at Easthaven and open to everyone to join in the fun!

With more than 70 stores participating ranging from clothes to decor to breedables, there is something for everyone. Sandie Slate, founder of Out Shop Cancer, says “The response from designers this year has been tremendous and the amount of support for the event has exceeded expectations. With the inclusion of the Pop-Up Market and the Gala event, this year’s event is jam-packed with shopping and much more.”

Slate continued: "By hosting events throughout the month, there's plenty to see and do -- all while helping to raise funds for a great cause."

The Out Shop Cancer event runs from Oct. 1 to Oct. 31. Shoppers will be able to pick up a shopping hud inworld at the Out Shop Cancer office. A list of contributing merchants with a shopping directory and the official bloggers can be found on the Out Shop Cancer website at https://www.outshopcancersecondlife.com/. Information about the Hunt, Pop-Up Market and Gala event will be available on the website as well.

All proceeds from this event go directly to the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer programs and services.

 

Once again, for more information, check out the website at outshopcancersecondlife.com 

 

About Making Strides

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer or MSABC is the largest network of breast cancer awareness events in the nation, uniting more than 300 communities to finish the fight. Every breast cancer walk and event is an incredible and inspiring opportunity to honor those who have battled breast cancer, raise awareness about what we can do to reduce our breast cancer risk, and raise money to help the American Cancer Society fight the disease with research, information, services, and access to mammograms for women who need them.

 

Announcement: Thank You From The Sci-Fi Con

 

 

 On Monday October 31, the people behind the Sci-Fi Con issued "A Massive Thank You" for it's supporters. They had raised a total of 2,411,149 Linden dollars (US$9,644.60), a new record.

Thank you for yet another marvelous and historic year! The 2022 SciFi Expo broke its fundraising record for a THIRD consecutive year in a row, raising L$2,411,149 (US$9,644.60) to fight back against Breast Cancer. All funds raised during the 2022 SciFi Expo support the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer program whose goal is to save lives and end Breast Cancer as we know it.

The generosity of the our entire community is beyond heartwarming, and we are incredibly thankful to be part of it, so thank you for helping contribute to such a worthy cause. And to thank you to everyone who donated, whether you came and made a purchase from a creator, through participating in one of the many events or performances, however you donated we are so appreciative of the support you have shown to this special cause time and time again.

 

They also thanked "this year’s Event Sponsors, Exhibitors, Events and Performers, Blogger team, and to all of this year’s visitors and attendees. This event simply would not be possible without the support of all of you. So once again, thank you!"

Announcement: Bid Gem Pink

 

Soooooooo, I'm doing this thing again!  It's October, and I am being bid into pink for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

I'll have the stream at I Pink I Can for one last push.  Right now it is sitting at 12,500 Linden, 107,000 Linden keeps me in pink until Relay Kickoff in February, Who's gonna help?

Bid Gem Pink
4:00-5:00 PM SLT
Thursday October 27th, 2022

 

http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/American%20Cancer%20Society2/147/88/23 

 

Until there is a cure,
Gem Sunkiller

Weekend in Brief

 

 

Quite a bit happened this weekend. The Sci-Fi Expo officially concluded, though the sims should be up for a few more days. Waya Snowpaw, the DJ who performed tirelessly at Veterans Isle for about a decade, had a memorial service. The Renegade Burn art and music festival continued (above). Burn2 had one last big event, it's Volunteers Party. And there were various events for Making Strides such as Spooky Strides and I Pink I can.

Sci-Fi Expo Opens

 

 On Friday October 14, the Sci-Fi Expo officially started. This event supporting Making Strides Against Breast Cancer had it's opening ceremony at 10 AM SL time. Benjamin Brougham, the Lead Cordinator, greeted the crowd that was a mix of humans, furs, tinies, robots, and other avatars.

"Greetings everyone, and welcome to the 2022 SciFi Expo! I’d like to firstly thank our entire team of volunteers who have worked tirelessly, and constantly to make sure that we give you the best event we can each and every year. ... a massive thank you to all of our sponsors, without them the event would simply not be able to be put on at the same level, so thank you for your support. ...

"We are all here to fight back against cancer, specifically Breast Cancer. All of the proceeds raised during the Expo will continue to go to funding Breast Cancer treatment and research. Cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world, it has likely had an impact on nearly every person alive. Whether it be you, a parent, a sibling, a child, a neighbor, a co-worker, cancer has no bounds, and it won’t stop until we are able to stop it. 

 

"This year, the American Cancer Society estimates that there will be 1.9 million new cancer cases diagnosed, and over 600,000 thousand cancer related deaths in the United States alone. This is why we fight, why we celebrate all those who have survived, honor those who have sadly lost theirs, and continue to fight back against this faceless killer. If you are interested in learning more about the services the American Cancer Society has to offer, there is an information center along with the Memory crystal garden in Aperture with posters with information and links to resources. We are also connected directly to the American Cancer Society region, which has additional resources and contacts on hand.

"Are you or a loved one battling cancer? Find out how many ways the American Cancer Society is there to help. Visit cancer.org or call (US) 800-ACS-2345. 

"Before we officially declare the 2022 SciFi Expo open, I would please ask that everyone join me in taking a brief moment of silence so that we may honor all those we may know who have survived, or sadly lost their battles.

"Thank you, I truly hope that you all will enjoy this year’s Expo. Without any further ado, I do hereby officially declare the 2022 SciFi Expo open!"

The event goes on to Sunday October 23. There will be music events, movie showings, shopping, discussion of things sci-fi, and the quest.

For more information on the Expo, check out the blog at: https://scifiexpo.org/

 

 http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/The%20Nexus/158/98/4001

 

Bixyl Shuftan