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Skull Town is Now Open!
Sending out peaceful greetings to all of you!
Avatar Repertory Theater presents:
THE TRAGEDIE OF ROMEO AND JULIET
This week, step into Romeo and Juliet — Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy of forbidden love, family feud, and fatal miscommunication. Two lovers defy their world, and pay the ultimate price. So come and join the workshop. All are welcome to read.
Shakespeare happens every Friday at 5PM grid time @ Kitely Events Center
hop://grid.kitely.com:8002/Kitely Events Center/433/266/22
Avatar Repertory Theater is a project of New Media Arts, Inc., a small 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation.
THE TRAGEDIE OF ROMEO AND JULIET
This week, step into Romeo and Juliet — Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy of forbidden love, family feud, and fatal miscommunication. Two lovers defy their world, and pay the ultimate price. So come and join the workshop. All are welcome to read.
Shakespeare happens every Friday at 5PM grid time @ Kitely Events Center
hop://grid.kitely.com:8002/Kitely Events Center/433/266/22
Avatar Repertory Theater is a project of New Media Arts, Inc., a small 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation.
Eternity Night Club MAIN Venue PROUDLY Presents LIVE Performer Zoree Jupiter! - 6-7PM OST GRID TIME! Second Life and First Life as well as having sung at such famous venues as Carnegie Hall, for The Cure, Zoree shares her amazing talent for the poetic, the passionate and the emotion now on stage with her voice. ~ R. D.*Performing in Virtual worlds such as Secondlife, Inworldz and Avination since 2009! THEME: Black or White or Both! *GUARANTEED A GOOD TIME, CYA THERE!
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Just put some new stuff out here at the mall in our Holidays & Seasons section. There is the little ghostie vamp, Babystein and big brother Frankie and then there are a couple of Frank In a Steins (Hot dogs in beer steins). I'm also going to be adding some new Christmas and spring items. Blessings and much love, Lavia
Open Mic at The Arts! - Half-time fun at Open Mic Arts
Come on over and Join us at — hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Open%20Mic%20Arts/190/38...
Join hosts Dave King and Whisper Carfield for a lively session of music, stories, poetry, and surprises.
Bring your talent, share your voice, or just sit back and enjoy the show.
Come join the fun — everyone’s welcome!
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Come on over and Join us at — hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Open%20Mic%20Arts/190/38...
Join hosts Dave King and Whisper Carfield for a lively session of music, stories, poetry, and surprises.
Bring your talent, share your voice, or just sit back and enjoy the show.
Come join the fun — everyone’s welcome!
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Rocking Sands Country Proudly Presents ♫::
MoonStar Sparkle - LIVE Singer/Performer ♫::
TIME: 12:PM SLT ♫::
PLACE: Rocking Sands Country Club ♫::
Ride: grid.wolfterritories.org:8002:Abraham Entertainment Venues
MoonStar Sparkle - LIVE Singer/Performer ♫::
TIME: 12:PM SLT ♫::
PLACE: Rocking Sands Country Club ♫::
Ride: grid.wolfterritories.org:8002:Abraham Entertainment Venues
Hello everyone! :)
I would like to invite you to my performance at Speakeasy Swinghard today!!
Alternate Metaverse -11:00am-12:30
Casual, Fun, Friendly Gathering!
Would love to sing your favorites from 900+ variety song list.
Hugs and hopefully see you soon!!
x
Map us at: alternatemetaverse.com:8002:AMV Events
Our Dinkie Fallfest dance for this coming Saturday the 4th is canceled and rescheduled to the 18th. This is in an effort to allow our DJ Time to recover and also because we have so many out either sick or traveling. We'll see you on the 18th! Blessings and much love, Lavia.
By the sea.
HEY YA'LL!! I'M BACK FROM VACATION!
I'm performing at ROCKING SANDS in WOLF GRID!
I would love it if you joined us there!
TIME: 4:PM OST - 7:PM ET/8:PM AT
PLACE: ROCKING SANDS
Ride: hop://grid.wolfterritories.org:8002/Abraham%20Entertainmen...
I'm performing at ROCKING SANDS in WOLF GRID!
I would love it if you joined us there!
TIME: 4:PM OST - 7:PM ET/8:PM AT
PLACE: ROCKING SANDS
Ride: hop://grid.wolfterritories.org:8002/Abraham%20Entertainmen...
A one hour Spectacular Concert Featuring the King himself. With DJ Jon Temple and Host HoneyOG, this is not to be missed for any serious Elvis fan. Held in the fabulous Avalon Theatre in London City. 12:00 - 1:30 with DJ Jon and sounds of the 60's, 12:30 - 1:30 the awesome Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii concert, rounding off 1:30 - 2:00pm with DJ Jon.
Littlefield Grid's Annual Halloween Island!! Many haunted attractions, rides, and gifts!! Updated regularly! Open until November 1st 2025!
🖤Neue Styles, neue Vibes! Schwarz übernimmt – denn wer braucht Farbe, wenn Schwarz alles sagt? Jetzt entdecken.🖤
3-world.de:8002:welcome
The Bla Bla Bla Magazine is Out Now!
The latest edition of Bla Bla Bla Magazine has just been released!
Check it out on the AMV webpage here:
https://alternatemetaverse.com/main/index.php?ccat=bla
Dive into stories, events, and highlights from across Opensim—don’t miss it!
*** Novembers ISSUE I am inviting you to Share Your Story's with Bla Bla Bla Magazine! ***
As Autumn is here, and Bla Bla Bla Magazine wants your input! We’re now open for Opensim happenings, region spotlights, and themed events you’d like featured in the next issue. Don’t be shy—let us help get your story out there!
Just send a notecard with:
Your SLURL
Your OSW page
Details you’d like included in the magazine plus your photos or pictures, Advertisements for Special Events for November are all welcomed!
(DEADLINE for ARTICLES is the 18th OCTOBER)
It’s that easy!
Contact Sofee on OSW, inworld on AMV, or via Discord to share your story.
Let’s make this Autumn edition shine with your events, creativity, and November highlights!
> or a HUD Version can be picked up at the Main Landing Point:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/34...
The latest edition of Bla Bla Bla Magazine has just been released!
Check it out on the AMV webpage here:
https://alternatemetaverse.com/main/index.php?ccat=bla
Dive into stories, events, and highlights from across Opensim—don’t miss it!
*** Novembers ISSUE I am inviting you to Share Your Story's with Bla Bla Bla Magazine! ***
As Autumn is here, and Bla Bla Bla Magazine wants your input! We’re now open for Opensim happenings, region spotlights, and themed events you’d like featured in the next issue. Don’t be shy—let us help get your story out there!
Just send a notecard with:
Your SLURL
Your OSW page
Details you’d like included in the magazine plus your photos or pictures, Advertisements for Special Events for November are all welcomed!
(DEADLINE for ARTICLES is the 18th OCTOBER)
It’s that easy!
Contact Sofee on OSW, inworld on AMV, or via Discord to share your story.
Let’s make this Autumn edition shine with your events, creativity, and November highlights!
> or a HUD Version can be picked up at the Main Landing Point:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/34...
the Fantasy rooms are back with some new Themes....
{AniMania} *Animesh Holdable Laughing Pumpkin
Don't forget, tomorrow the Meet and greet comes back. Come hang out with dj rich spinning the tunes.
Today I am releasing 6 items for Beta Testing in the region Marketplace.
They are part of the VivoSim/SatyrFarm Japanese Expansion that I am creating.
Enjoy!
- Konsai Garden (root vegetables) - New Vegetables & Containers
- Yasai Garden (vegetables) - New Vegetables & Containers
- Kokumatsu Garden (grains) - New Grains,containers & sheaves
- Nihon no Hojo-yo Ponpu (raised water tower)
- Nando (Japanese Kitchen Pantry) - New Items, Names and containers
- Buda Guya (hog pen)
* Ooko Tree (oak)
* Donguri Tree (horse chestnut)
* New storage fpr acorns and horse chestnuts
* New hog menu
* Pond that works as a well
* New Raised Water Tower (small with handle)
* New Japanese-style fence and arch
They are part of the VivoSim/SatyrFarm Japanese Expansion that I am creating.
Enjoy!
- Konsai Garden (root vegetables) - New Vegetables & Containers
- Yasai Garden (vegetables) - New Vegetables & Containers
- Kokumatsu Garden (grains) - New Grains,containers & sheaves
- Nihon no Hojo-yo Ponpu (raised water tower)
- Nando (Japanese Kitchen Pantry) - New Items, Names and containers
- Buda Guya (hog pen)
* Ooko Tree (oak)
* Donguri Tree (horse chestnut)
* New storage fpr acorns and horse chestnuts
* New hog menu
* Pond that works as a well
* New Raised Water Tower (small with handle)
* New Japanese-style fence and arch
MOON WOLF LOUNGE PUMPKIN PATCH OFFICIALLY OPENED, Come on out hunt pumpkins in the patch take photos, or even participate in hiding your very own pumpkin, HG friendly, Go Here https://opensimworld.com/hop/94315 and Teleport In a Pumpkin Teleporter Be Right By The Easel, Love to See your Photos and Thoughts :D
Alina Custom Vehicles.
Now at AMV a new store with easy access around the region bringing you unusual and unseen vehicles in Opensim.
Classic vehicles, Nascar race cars, Huge Hotrod range, Monster Trucks, Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Agriculture Vehicles, Huge Dinkie Vehicle section , Pick up trucks, just about something for everyone..
In region teleporter to make it easier to get around.. New Vehicles Added
All Vehicles are drivable
Complete sim full of vehicles, almost 250 different vehicles to choose from it costs nothing to look, so take home something great. New vehicles being added weekly.
All vehicles can be altered or modified should you need, adjustments or additions happily done on request..
Hope to see you soon.
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/luna/126/128/22
Now at AMV a new store with easy access around the region bringing you unusual and unseen vehicles in Opensim.
Classic vehicles, Nascar race cars, Huge Hotrod range, Monster Trucks, Heavy Commercial Vehicles, Agriculture Vehicles, Huge Dinkie Vehicle section , Pick up trucks, just about something for everyone..
In region teleporter to make it easier to get around.. New Vehicles Added
All Vehicles are drivable
Complete sim full of vehicles, almost 250 different vehicles to choose from it costs nothing to look, so take home something great. New vehicles being added weekly.
All vehicles can be altered or modified should you need, adjustments or additions happily done on request..
Hope to see you soon.
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/luna/126/128/22
🎈 Tweenster Vibes: Für alle, die zwischen Kindsein und Coolsein pendeln – und dabei verdammt gut aussehen.
Diese Outfits sind nicht einfach nur Klamotten – sie sind Statements. Für Tweensters, die wissen, dass Style kein Alter kennt und dass man auch mit Rollerblades an den Füßen die Welt erobern kann.
Panel 1: Weiß wie Schnee, aber alles andere als brav. Das Puffy-Jacket sagt: „Ich bin flauschig, aber ich boxe mich durch.“
Panel 2: Rotes Shirt mit Attitude – weil man auch mit Jeans rebellieren kann.
Panel 3: Color-Blocking für die Unentschlossenen: Blau? Weiß? Grau? Warum nicht alles auf einmal – Hauptsache comfy und ready to roll.
Panel 4: Ganz in Weiß, aber nicht für die Kirche. Tracksuit-Mode für Tweensters, die schneller denken als Erwachsene reden können.
Panel 5: Rollerblades und Sneaker – das ist kein Entweder-oder, das ist ein „Ich mach, was ich will.“
Panel 6: Zwei Rucksäcke, zwei Persönlichkeiten: Der eine ist Patchwork-Chaos mit Herz, der andere ein Monster mit Hunger auf Abenteuer.
Und überall: Tweenster – klingt wie ein Geheimclub, sieht aus wie ein Modemagazin für die nächste Generation.
Diese Outfits sind nicht einfach nur Klamotten – sie sind Statements. Für Tweensters, die wissen, dass Style kein Alter kennt und dass man auch mit Rollerblades an den Füßen die Welt erobern kann.
Panel 1: Weiß wie Schnee, aber alles andere als brav. Das Puffy-Jacket sagt: „Ich bin flauschig, aber ich boxe mich durch.“
Panel 2: Rotes Shirt mit Attitude – weil man auch mit Jeans rebellieren kann.
Panel 3: Color-Blocking für die Unentschlossenen: Blau? Weiß? Grau? Warum nicht alles auf einmal – Hauptsache comfy und ready to roll.
Panel 4: Ganz in Weiß, aber nicht für die Kirche. Tracksuit-Mode für Tweensters, die schneller denken als Erwachsene reden können.
Panel 5: Rollerblades und Sneaker – das ist kein Entweder-oder, das ist ein „Ich mach, was ich will.“
Panel 6: Zwei Rucksäcke, zwei Persönlichkeiten: Der eine ist Patchwork-Chaos mit Herz, der andere ein Monster mit Hunger auf Abenteuer.
Und überall: Tweenster – klingt wie ein Geheimclub, sieht aus wie ein Modemagazin für die nächste Generation.
NEW RELEASE
---Gioco di Ruolo---Fattoria--
Les Claypool: Der visionäre Bassist, Satiriker und Outsider
Les Claypool: Der visionäre Outsider, Virtuose und Satiriker. Eine sozialkritische Reise durch die Ära des Anti-Mainstreams.
Zum ganzen Artikel auf Xenopolias hier lang > https://tinyurl.com/yc79nxe9
Alle Beiträge auf unserer Webpage Xenopolias.de sind in allen gängigen Sprachen verfügbar.
All articles on our webpage Xenopolias.de are available in all common languages.
Les Claypool: Der visionäre Outsider, Virtuose und Satiriker. Eine sozialkritische Reise durch die Ära des Anti-Mainstreams.
Zum ganzen Artikel auf Xenopolias hier lang > https://tinyurl.com/yc79nxe9
Alle Beiträge auf unserer Webpage Xenopolias.de sind in allen gängigen Sprachen verfügbar.
All articles on our webpage Xenopolias.de are available in all common languages.
🛒✨ Welcome to "Your Mini Market"! ✨🛒
Freshness, color, and style... all in one place on Sciattisi! 🌽🥕🍅
With tidy shelves and crates full of goodness, this mini market is the perfect place to bring your realistic environments to life or simply do some "virtual shopping" with gusto. 😎
🧺 Grab your basket and discover:
🥒 Fresh and crunchy vegetables
🥕 Freshly picked carrots
🍅 Irresistible cherry tomatoes
🧃 And lots of products on the shelves to decorate your Sim with style!
📍 Only on Sciattisi – where even shopping becomes an experience!
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopCenter/75/105/22
Freshness, color, and style... all in one place on Sciattisi! 🌽🥕🍅
With tidy shelves and crates full of goodness, this mini market is the perfect place to bring your realistic environments to life or simply do some "virtual shopping" with gusto. 😎
🧺 Grab your basket and discover:
🥒 Fresh and crunchy vegetables
🥕 Freshly picked carrots
🍅 Irresistible cherry tomatoes
🧃 And lots of products on the shelves to decorate your Sim with style!
📍 Only on Sciattisi – where even shopping becomes an experience!
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopCenter/75/105/22
Wake up or wind down at the MOONLIGHT PARTY with DeeJay Sofee from 2AM to 4AM on the Alternate Metaverse Main Landing Point!
Whether you're just getting up or settling in, let DeeJay Sofee guide you through a musical journey under the stars.
Today's Genre: "Music to make you feel Good"
Come dance, vibe, and celebrate the rhythm of the night in a Moonlight style!
Located at:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/34...
See you there :-))
Whether you're just getting up or settling in, let DeeJay Sofee guide you through a musical journey under the stars.
Today's Genre: "Music to make you feel Good"
Come dance, vibe, and celebrate the rhythm of the night in a Moonlight style!
Located at:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/34...
See you there :-))
Join the fun its just starting they are love
Zoree Jupiter Live
70's music today!
2-3:00pm SL Time
Club Fire
Gentle Fire Grid
Semi Casual attire
hop://gentlefire.opensim.fun:8002/Gentle%20Fire%20Grid/21/...
#hallloweenland #arkhamgrid
hop://grid.arkhamgrid.org:8002/Halloween Land/105/227/34
BACHATA & COUNTRY PARTY
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
2 DJs, two sets from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (Paris time)
DJ LENORA 8:30 pm Paris time (11:30 am Sl time)
DJ ARIANNA 9:30 pm Paris time (12:30 pm Sl time)
hop://bloodmoonpack.com:8002/Event%20Beach%20Club/128/128/...
https://bloodmoonpack.com/grid/events/view.php?id=10
https://opensimworld.com/events/127013
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
2 DJs, two sets from 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (Paris time)
DJ LENORA 8:30 pm Paris time (11:30 am Sl time)
DJ ARIANNA 9:30 pm Paris time (12:30 pm Sl time)
hop://bloodmoonpack.com:8002/Event%20Beach%20Club/128/128/...
https://bloodmoonpack.com/grid/events/view.php?id=10
https://opensimworld.com/events/127013
If there is an event that will happen weekly, is there a way to put it as recuring on the OSW calender? I didn't see one
✨ New Release @ Sciattisi Grid! ✨
Hairstyle: Lisbon 💋
Immerse yourself in Lisbon's natural charm, a flowing and sensual hairstyle perfect for any occasion.
Available in various sizes (XS, S, M, L – with and without boobs options) to perfectly fit your avatar.
💫 Package Contents:
1 Color & Water HUD → changes hair color and activates/deactivates water drops (Water ON / Water OFF).
1 Styler HUD → changes hair style or direction.
💖 Simple, elegant, and irresistible — Lisbon will accompany you in style through every season.
📍 Available now on the Sciattisi grid!
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopClothes/161/72/22
Hairstyle: Lisbon 💋
Immerse yourself in Lisbon's natural charm, a flowing and sensual hairstyle perfect for any occasion.
Available in various sizes (XS, S, M, L – with and without boobs options) to perfectly fit your avatar.
💫 Package Contents:
1 Color & Water HUD → changes hair color and activates/deactivates water drops (Water ON / Water OFF).
1 Styler HUD → changes hair style or direction.
💖 Simple, elegant, and irresistible — Lisbon will accompany you in style through every season.
📍 Available now on the Sciattisi grid!
hop://sciattisigrid.it:8002/SciattiShopClothes/161/72/22
Erlebe einen italienischen Abend der Extraklasse mit DJ Tommy an den Decks!
Mittwoch, 01.10.2025
Beginn: 20:00 Uhr
Taxi: 3-world.de:8002:balloalmare
Lass dich verzaubern von mediterranem Flair
Genieße köstliche italienische Spezialitäten
stoße an mit spritzigen Drinks
Und tanze zu heißen Beats, die dich direkt nach Bella Italia entführen!
✨Ob Dolce Vita oder heiße Tanznacht – dieser Abend wird unvergesslich!✨
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Serata italiana di prima classe con DJ Tommy.
Mercoledì, 01/10/2025
Inizio: ore 20:00
Taxi: 3-world.de:8002:balloalmare
Lasciatevi incantare dal fascino mediterraneo
Gustate deliziose specialità italiane
Cocktail con bevande frizzanti
e ballate al ritmo italiano che vi trasporta direttamente nella Bella Italia!
✨Balla con noi, divertiti e vivi la dolce vita, cosi questa serata sarà indimenticabile!✨
Mittwoch, 01.10.2025
Beginn: 20:00 Uhr
Taxi: 3-world.de:8002:balloalmare
Lass dich verzaubern von mediterranem Flair
Genieße köstliche italienische Spezialitäten
stoße an mit spritzigen Drinks
Und tanze zu heißen Beats, die dich direkt nach Bella Italia entführen!
✨Ob Dolce Vita oder heiße Tanznacht – dieser Abend wird unvergesslich!✨
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Serata italiana di prima classe con DJ Tommy.
Mercoledì, 01/10/2025
Inizio: ore 20:00
Taxi: 3-world.de:8002:balloalmare
Lasciatevi incantare dal fascino mediterraneo
Gustate deliziose specialità italiane
Cocktail con bevande frizzanti
e ballate al ritmo italiano che vi trasporta direttamente nella Bella Italia!
✨Balla con noi, divertiti e vivi la dolce vita, cosi questa serata sarà indimenticabile!✨
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JamieWright✦ 17 hours ago
Just do your thing. It brings you joy. Forget about people who can't just do their own thing and find joy in it too. Focus on the joy.
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Mane Shieldmaiden 18 hours ago
Do what you do Dorena. If people judge it's there short comings and ignorance. Don't change who you are to please anyone. Great poetry by the way.
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Dorena Verne✦ 19 hours ago
That's all you have to offer, Amber? Is everything over? I have better things to do too. Have a nice evening, everyone.
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Dorena Verne✦ 20 hours ago
Since I am constantly being attacked here because of my pictures, I am letting my haters know that I will continue to post them.
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Club Exile
dear kim or jana its not my fault if u violate the osgrid tos coming as kid to an adult region u have to be aware that u got kicked from osgrid it wasnt just my region ...
DeeJayKenny 18 hours ago
Free Animals
Excellent and it IS open!!
I just got there from E Grid and its a really neat place, there are animals, some move and some do not, but there's plenty of animesh pets to be had, and a whole lot else...
The E Grid✦ yesterday
Free Animals
Thank you for taking the time to make this a wonderful place to shop. I know you haven’t been feeling well at times, and I want you to know that patience is a virtue. You’ll always have five stars fr...
Adore✦ 5 days ago
Club Exile
Lässt es zu, das sogar Freunde ohne Grund von der Region geworfen werden. Dumm so einen Vertrag an zu nehmen. Ich empfehle Kündigung. .....
It allows even friends to be kicked out of the region wi...
Kim Held 6 days ago