OSFest 2026 Presents: Hosting for OpenSim!

Thinking About Hosting Your Own OpenSim Grid?

Join Josh Boam of Hosting4OpenSim for an informative presentation exploring the world of OpenSim hosting!

Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your virtual world, this is a great opportunity to learn about hosting options, ask questions, and discover new possibilities!

Wednesday October 21, 2026 & Thursday October 22, 2026

10 AM - 12 PM Grid Time Q & A Live with Josh (LIVE)

Location: OSFest - 2026 – OSF_N_Expo

🎨❤️🖤 **OSFest 2026: FINAL GUIDED TOUR!** 🖤❤️🎨
Join **Star Ravenhurst and Drew Blood** for one last ride through *Neopop Art Ludic*, the vibrant, playful world of artist **Tina Bey**, featured on Imagination Island in the Le Beau Retrouvé Art Gallery Complex!
Grab your skateboard and come explore this colorful, surreal landscape where pop art and imagination collide. This is your final opportunity to experience the exhibit before the 2×2 region is cleared for the next artistic adventure!
📅 **Oct 22, 2026 11 AM – 12 PM Grid Time**
📍 **Imagination Island, Tenth Dimension Grid**
🚀 **Hop:** grid.tenthdimension.org:26002/Imagination Island/128/128/22
Come for the art, stay for the fun, and help us give this extraordinary exhibit a fabulous OSFest send-off! ✨🛹

🎙️ THE DAVE KING EXPERIENCE 🎙️

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👤 WHO: Dave King

🎶 WHAT: Singing Live & Taking Requests

📅 WHEN: Every Tuesday
11:00am - 12:00pm Noon Grid Time / PST

🕒 Time Note:
SLT = Second Life Time
PST = Pacific Standard Time

👕 HOW: Come As You Are, with all our bits properly covered

📍 WHERE: hop://login.twiztidtimez.com:8002/Bar-Bus-Bay/439/74/22

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📌 LANDMARK HERE: 􀀀

🎁 INCLUDE A GIFT HERE: n/a

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Come enjoy great music, good company, and a fun hour with Dave King!

🎙️ THE DAVE KING EXPERIENCE 🎙️

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👤 WHO: Dave King

🎶 WHAT: Singing Live & Taking Requests

📅 WHEN: Every Tuesday
11:00am - 12:00pm Noon Grid Time / PST

🕒 Time Note:
SLT = Second Life Time
PST = Pacific Standard Time

👕 HOW: Come As You Are, with all our bits properly covered

📍 WHERE: hop://login.twiztidtimez.com:8002/Bar-Bus-Bay/439/74/22

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📌 LANDMARK HERE: 􀀀

🎁 INCLUDE A GIFT HERE: n/a

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Come enjoy great music, good company, and a fun hour with Dave King!

Welcome to The Portal - the hypergrid gateway where you can browse and discover destinations.

Advertise your Store, Club or Service at The Portal - where visitors are teleported directly to your destination with a single click.

Find out how at
hop://hg.neverworldgrid.com:8002/ThePortal/128/128/21

GET READY FOR A SPLASH OF ADVENTURE! HG SAFARI IS HEADING TO MERMAID'S COVE!

We're soooo excited to announce that Hypergrid Safari is coming to Mermaid's Cove on Harmony's Haven Grid!

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
1:00 PM SLT (Grid Time)
Mermaid's Cove – Harmony's Haven Grid

PARADISE IS CALLING!

Join us for a magical afternoon of exploration, friendship, music, and fun in the sun!

Mermaid's Cove is a beautiful, friendly, laid-back tropical paradise where there's something for everyone!

Explore this amazing tropical destination!

Shop and discover hidden treasures!

Play at the carnival and enjoy the attractions!

Swim in the beautiful lagoon and unleash your inner mermaid or merman!

Dance to the fabulous sounds of DJ Lavia Lavine, providing the music for our tropical adventure!

FREE MERMAID & MERMAN COSTUMES!

Come early and visit the Swim Shop at the landing area to pick up your FREE mermaid or merman costume. And don't forget your Mermaid AO so you can swim in style!

That's what Hypergrid Safari is all about — exploring new grids, discovering amazing places, making new friends, and celebrating the wonderful creativity of our OpenSim community!

YOUR DESTINATION:
login.harmonyshaven.com:8002:Mermaids Cove

Whether you're a seasoned Hypergrid explorer or joining us for the very first time, EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

So grab your fins, bring your friends, and get ready to make a splash!

See you Wednesday at Mermaid's Cove!

#HypergridSafari #MermaidsCove #HarmonyHaven #OpenSim #Hypergrid #VirtualWorlds #ExploreConnectDiscover

🌴 PACK YOUR HOLIDAY FEELING AND COME VISIT US! ☀️🏝️

Welcome to our tropical island paradise, where relaxation, romance, and cozy moments are waiting for you!

Discover countless charming hideaways scattered across this region and throughout the entire tropical paradise. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot to cuddle, a peaceful beach retreat, a romantic sunset location, or a cozy corner to spend quality time with someone special, you'll find plenty of beautiful places to make yourself at home.

Imagine warm tropical breezes, the gentle sound of the ocean, swaying palm trees, golden sunsets, and those magical moments when time seems to stand still. Leave your everyday worries behind and let yourself be carried away by the relaxed island atmosphere.

💕 Looking for romance? Find a quiet place to enjoy an intimate moment together.

🌺 Need some relaxation? Unwind in one of our many cozy hideaways and let the tropical surroundings work their magic.

🌅 Love beautiful scenery? Explore the island, discover hidden gems, and enjoy breathtaking views from your favorite spots.

🥂 Want to spend time with friends? Meet up, chat, laugh, and create wonderful memories in a truly special setting.

There is so much to explore, so many places to discover, and countless opportunities to enjoy your own little escape from everyday life. Come alone, bring your partner, or invite your friends to share the experience.

Take a walk through our tropical landscape, find your personal favorite spot, and stay as long as you like. Whether you prefer peaceful solitude, romantic togetherness, or relaxed socializing, our island paradise offers something for every mood.

So, what are you waiting for?

Pack your virtual suitcase, bring your holiday spirit, and come explore!

🌴 Your tropical escape. Your cozy hideaway. Your island paradise.

Come for a visit — and stay for the feeling! ☀️💕

We have been taking the GREED out of OPENSIM since 2015. Anyone who tells you that they sell regions to keep you safe, are just looking for sales. We NEVER pressure anyone to buy land, we have our self hosting package here: Sign up here https://neverworldgrid.com/self-host-regions-on-neverworld...

🎃 10am - 12pm Trick or Treat Competition with DJ Tyler 🎃

Enter the spooky streets of Sleepy Hollow for a thrilling Halloween Trick or Treat adventure!

👻 Grab your Bucket & HUD at the TP point.
🏃 Run through the haunted streets and knock on doors to collect candy.
🍬 Fill your bucket and deposit your candy into the cauldron.
🚪 Keep knocking, keep collecting, and climb the leaderboard!
🏆 The top candy collector wins the daily prize.

Do you dare knock on the next door?

Good luck, and watch out for the things that go bump in the night! 🎃👻🕸️
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Sleepy%20Hollow/131/154/...

Das Titelbild stammt aus dem Video und zeigt den interessierten, abschätzenden Blick von Meya Morgana auf das Objekt, das Anniera bei ihrer Meldung präsentiert.
Nun kann ich heute etwas ausführlicher über die Meldung von Anniera in meinem Blog berichten und mich bedanken für ihren toll gestaltenten Auftritt bei der letzten Audienz. Aber beginnen will ich wie immer mit der Präsentation und dem Openchat-Protokoll.
https://carimasketchbook.blogspot.com/2026/10/annieras-mel...

Ich sitze hier und schreibe,
doch meine Worte finden dich nicht mehr.
Die Tränen fallen leise,
und mein Herz ist unendlich schwer.

So schicke ich dir kleine Herzen,
hinauf ins unbekannte Licht.
Vielleicht kannst du sie sehen,
denn meine Liebe stirbt mit dir nicht.

Und manchmal glaube ich zu spüren,
du bist noch immer nah bei mir.
Dann flüstere ich in die Stille:
**„Ich liebe dich. Ich vermisse dich.“**
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I sit alone and write these words,
but they can no longer reach your heart.
My tears fall softly in the silence,
in a world where we're apart.

I send you little hearts of love,
up into the unknown light.
Perhaps somehow you'll see them,
still glowing through the night.

And sometimes I can almost feel
your gentle presence drawing near.
Then softly I whisper to the silence:
**“I love you. I wish you were here.”**

The move to the new grid will begin over the weekend (October 24/25). If everything goes according to plan, you are all cordially invited to visit the new grid—which will still feature the familiar Gummybear Island—starting Monday, October 26.
If you would like to join the new group ahead of time, you can do so here.
hop://hg.stadt-nexverse.de:80/Freiburg%20Sued/159/193/22

Am Wochenende (24/25.10.) wird der Umzug ins neue Grid starten. Wenn alles gut läuft, seit ihr alle ab Montag den 26.10. herzlich eingeladen im neuen Grid, aber dem alte bekannten Gummybear Island vorbei zu schauen.
Wer vorher schon in die neue Gruppe möchte, kann sich diese hier holen.
hop://hg.stadt-nexverse.de:80/Freiburg%20Sued/159/193/22

Dear OpenSim Residents,
Whether you are completely new to the OpenSim metaverse or a long-time resident looking for a permanent place to call home, we want to welcome you to AviWorlds!
AviWorlds is a strong, stable, and rapidly evolving grid where there is always something new to discover. We have just recently opened a smashing new club called Soho, and it is just one of many exciting developments unfolding across our world.
But we offer so much more than just great entertainment. We are deeply committed to helping our residents build their dreams and foster a welcoming community. Here is what you can look forward to when you join us:
• Free Land & Flexible Options: Every resident can start off with a free clean parcel! While some parcels have a lower prim allowance, many feature high prim limits—it all comes down to doing a little legwork and exploring what is available.
• Rentals Made Easy: Looking for more space? When you land at our welcome area, you will find a dedicated rental board. Just touch the board to view all available lands left to rent.
• Launch Your Own Grid: Ready to expand your horizons? In our welcome area, look for the large board marked Hosting4OpenSim. Touch this board to connect with our hosting arm, Hosting4OpenSim. With great servers and a dedicated team running them, you could be well on your way to creating and operating your very own grid!
• A Friendly, Helpful Community: At the heart of AviWorlds is our incredible community. Our resident base and support team are exceptionally friendly and always willing to lend a hand, whether you need help building, navigating, or setting up your new home.
You can choose to stay right here in AviWorlds to build your dream virtual life, or use our platform to launch your own world. The choice is yours, and the possibilities are endless.
Log in today, grab your free parcel, and see what makes our community so special. We cannot wait to see what you create!AviWorlds is built on the passion and creativity of its community. We want to thank each and every one of you for bringing this grid to life, sharing your creativity, and being a vital part of the AviWorlds family.
Warm regards,
The AviWorlds Team
AviWorlds Official Website

DJ Dragon Lady , bringing you 2 hours of incredible selection of music! Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to The Party Stage at Alternate Metaverse
We are looking forward to seeing you all here :)

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/36...

24 hours support 7 days per week? no, that would be impossible, we need to sleep as well :-) . However we are pleasantly crazy, and have friendly and helpfull grid owners and co-tennants. We have a double backup system for just in case, but so far we are stable and lag free.
Regions of 5x5 always, if you think it is too big, we can lower land for you, so you have water around your land. Lots is possible with a 5x5 region.

You are welcome to join us, also when you do not want to rent land and just have an avatar on ansjelagrid.com

Looking forward to meet you :)
hugs
Ansjela

Und wieder das alte Leiden. Da geht man online und sieht aus wie aus der Hölle raus geworfen. Mehrfach die letzten Tage angeschrieben, keine Reaktion. Heute gleich nochmals und dieses mal ein Bild Inworld gemacht , nicht das es heißt ich hätte nicht geschrieben. Die gleiche Nachricht per Mail gesendet, es wird wohl nichts passieren.
Schön wenn hier User berichten das der Umzug gut verlief, ich bin am Verzweifeln und am Boden zerstört.

And here we go again—the same old misery. You log on, and it’s like you’ve been spat out of hell. I’ve reached out several times over the last few days, but there’s been no response. I tried again today—and this time, I even took an in-world screenshot, just so no one can claim I never sent a message. I also sent the same note via email, though I doubt anything will come of it.
It’s great for other users that their migration went smoothly, but as for me—I’m in despair and completely devastated.

Ich verstehe auch nicht wieso hier berichtet wird das das gesamte Inventar mit umgezogen ist von OS Grid nach Neverworld. Laut Aussage von Masala muss dieses einer Überprüfung unterzogen werden ansonsten zieht nur das Land mit um. Werden da nun auch Unterschiede bei den Usern gemacht ? Alles sehr komisch. Ich freue mich echt das es User gibt die es hinter sich haben und das da alles geklappt hat. Aber was mich angeht bin ich da sehr skeptisch. So wie sich die ganze Sache jetzt schon gestaltet wird es wohl noch im Desaster enden.

I also don’t understand why it’s being reported here that the entire inventory was moved over from OS Grid to Neverworld. According to Masala, the inventory has to undergo a review process; otherwise, only the land gets transferred. Are they making distinctions between different users, then? It’s all very strange. I’m genuinely happy for the users who have already gone through the process and for whom everything worked out, but as far as I’m concerned, I remain very skeptical. The way things are shaping up right now, this is likely to end in a disaster.

Escape 2 Realitys Halloween 3 amazing levels of halloween scares n spooks sim is up and has over a dozen new items to bring you a more frightning and spooktacular season ,new props and jump scares await you!!! new gifts were added to the end of the maze remember the maze starts at the farm house and there is only one way to escape the maze can you make it out or end up imprisoned in hell forever hahahhah ??hope ya enjoy and we will see you soon that is if ya make it out !!!lol

Making AI images is fun, but at what cost?

We’ve all seen the funny, beautiful, and creative pictures generated by AI. But have you ever stopped to think about the environmental cost of creating them? I see them on this website daily! I have made hundreds of Ai images!

But, did you know? Every AI-generated image requires computing power. That means electricity, water to help cool data centers, and powerful computer equipment that requires mining and manufacturing.

And every time we ask AI to create a picture, fix a mistake, or generate another version, we use even more resources.

One image may not seem like much, but multiply that by millions of people generating millions of images every day.

More energy consumption. More water demand. More carbon emissions. More electronic waste.

We talk about protecting our planet, reducing waste, and conserving natural resources. Yet we're embracing a technology without always considering its environmental footprint.

I'm not saying AI doesn't have valuable uses. It absolutely does. But do we really need to generate endless pictures just because we can?

Making AI images is fun. But is the environmental cost worth it?

Something to think about before clicking "generate" again.

DJ LaRissa with The Night Owls at Party Stage on Alternate Metaverse : Mon 19th Oct 8:00 PM to Mon 19th Oct 10:00 PM
DJ LaRissa - DJ LaRissa - Infusing the night with a mix of country and outlaw tunes you love.

Party Stage
Alternate Metaverse is the new landing point, come and make new friends
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/31...

Exhibit presenters
OSF_ SOUNDTOWN ENTRY Presented by Shelenn Ayres

It's your OSFest! Make it fun everywhere
OSFest celebrates the creative talents of residents in the decentralized Hyperverse. We welcome merchants, exhibit presenters, and entertainment artists. For two full weeks, including weekends, we'll have music, dance, art, and merchant expos in one place - the OSFest Grid!

Exhibit presenters
OSF_Caro.Fayray presents SCIENCE FANTASY

It's your OSFest! Make it fun everywhere
OSFest celebrates the creative talents of residents in the decentralized Hyperverse. We welcome merchants, exhibit presenters, and entertainment artists. For two full weeks, including weekends, we'll have music, dance, art, and merchant expos in one place - the OSFest Grid!

Exhibit presenters
OSF_ THE ZONES

It's your OSFest! Make it fun everywhere
OSFest celebrates the creative talents of residents in the decentralized Hyperverse. We welcome merchants, exhibit presenters, and entertainment artists. For two full weeks, including weekends, we'll have music, dance, art, and merchant expos in one place - the OSFest Grid!

Exhibit presenters
OSF_ Tenth Dimension Grid
It's your OSFest! Make it fun everywhere
OSFest celebrates the creative talents of residents in the decentralized Hyperverse. We welcome merchants, exhibit presenters, and entertainment artists. For two full weeks, including weekends, we'll have music, dance, art, and merchant expos in one place - the OSFest Grid!

Exhibit presenters
OSF_ Tina Bey

It's your OSFest! Make it fun everywhere
OSFest celebrates the creative talents of residents in the decentralized Hyperverse. We welcome merchants, exhibit presenters, and entertainment artists. For two full weeks, including weekends, we'll have music, dance, art, and merchant expos in one place - the OSFest Grid!

Exhibit presenters
* OSF_ Wolf Territories Exhibit

It's your OSFest! Make it fun everywhere
OSFest celebrates the creative talents of residents in the decentralized Hyperverse. We welcome merchants, exhibit presenters, and entertainment artists. For two full weeks, including weekends, we'll have music, dance, art, and merchant expos in one place - the OSFest Grid!

Exhibit presenters
* OSF_ Aphra Hendrix Exhibit

It's your OSFest! Make it fun everywhere
OSFest celebrates the creative talents of residents in the decentralized Hyperverse. We welcome merchants, exhibit presenters, and entertainment artists. For two full weeks, including weekends, we'll have music, dance, art, and merchant expos in one place - the OSFest Grid!