A new year begins, and also a new season of the HG Safari tours around Opensim! Week 1 was on Wednesday. Join us next Wednesday at 12 noon Grid time if you'd like! In the meantime here are a few recent posts on the HG Safari blog.
A bit of info about how Safari trips work, as a refresher
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/01/safari-returns.html
Looking back through the past year of safarying around the place - here are some 2025 highlights, have you been to all these places yet?
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/12/safari-25.html
The HG Safari calendar for the new year
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2025/12/calendar-views.html
A nice light opening event on Littlefield to get us all back in the mood for hypergridding. The great Camryn Darkstone showed us around her creation, Luminaria
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/01/light-entertainment....
Our second stop of the new year was an art overload of the best kind
https://hgsafari.blogspot.com/2026/01/daydream-believers.h...

Well Christmas 2025 is over and now belongs to the ages, 2025 is over and belongs to the ages as we continue endlessly moving forward and growing, but not to despair about what is gone, no we celebrate so much in the year to come, especially those we LOVE the most - friends, family, and our significant other, and so with that in mind I have created some "VALENTINES" items for y'all! They are found in the Holidays & Seasons section of the Mall. Drop by and check them out. I'm putting the Valentines stuff out early because we who own the grid are moving this month and well we have a month's worth of packing and scheduling and address changes, utilities to turn off and utilities to turn on, I'm sure if you've done any moving you know how very busy it can be. And well, I didn't want to let you down and miss making Valentines stuff for y'all to enjoy. C'mon over and check it out and there will be more very soon. Blessings and much love, Lavia!

DJ ARPONERA Birthday party
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
8:30 p.m. Paris time
11:30 AM (SL TIME,PST)
hop://bloodmoonpack.com:8002/Event%20Beach%20Club/128/128/...

Events page:
https://bloodmoonpack.com/grid/events/view.php?id=27
https://opensimworld.com/events/131177

Liebe Clubtänzer und Musikzuhörer,

der erste Dienstag im neuen Jahr stellt wieder eine gut gefüllte Musikalische Rumpelkiste zum Auspacken bereit. Passend zum Datum gelabelt mit "neu, Anfang, Start". Um 20:00 am 6.1.2026 fangen wir an, ab 19:30 wird schon wieder Vorprogramm gestartet.
Taxi: dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk
Dear club dancers and music lovers,

The first Tuesday of the new year brings another packed musical treasure trove to unpack. Appropriately labeled "new, beginning, start," it kicks off at 8:00 PM on January 6, 2026, with the pre-show starting at 7:30 PM.
Taxi: dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk

🚀 ATEK Grid — Open Beta Has Begun

ATEK Grid is officially open for public beta, and we are inviting builders, creators, developers, and community leaders to help shape what comes next.

ATEK Grid is a technology hub designed to develop, test, and foster new technology for OpenSim. Our long-term mission is simple and transparent:
build real tools, share knowledge, and contribute usable code back to the OpenSim community.

This is not just another grid launch. We are focused on:

Developing and testing new OpenSim-focused applications and services

Supporting innovation through collaboration and shared infrastructure

Building long-term relationships across grids, creators, and developers

Creating a welcoming, professional community centered on growth and experimentation

We are actively hiring for PAID positions, including:

Community Builders

Greeter & Support Staff

Development & Technical Staff

Whether you are a social connector, a builder, a scripter, or someone who simply believes OpenSim deserves better tools and stronger collaboration, there is a place for you here.

2026 is the year to make things happen.
ATEK Grid is laying the foundation now. Openly, collaboratively, and with the intent to give back to the wider OpenSim ecosystem.

Join us early. Help build the future.

🌐 ATEK Grid Open Beta — Now Live https://atekgrid.com/

ACTIVE NPC USERS:
Make your Greeter NPCs even SMARTER with your LOCAL OLLAMA server!
Random Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtSSMs6ObqY
Active NPC Scripts: https://opensimworld.com/library?view=151
Make sure ollama runs as a server:
export OLLAMA_HOST=0.0.0.0
ollama serve
This has been a game changer on my grid and I hope you guys will have fun with this.

Richi's Music Call - Neujahrsempfang (English below)
01.01.2026 ab 19 Uhr
Liebe Musikfreundinnen und Musikfreunde,
zum Start ins neue Jahr laden wir euch herzlich zu einem ganz besonderen Event ein:
🎶 Richi's Music Call 🎶
Ein musikalisches Cult-Event in OpenSim – und zugleich unser gemeinsamer Neujahrsempfang.
Freut euch auf eine einzigartige Atmosphäre, ausgewählte Klänge, inspirierende Begegnungen und einen Abend, an dem Musik verbindet und das neue Jahr gebührend willkommen geheißen wird.
Ob langjährige Wegbegleiter oder neugierige Neuentdecker – ihr seid alle willkommen, Teil dieses besonderen Moments zu sein.
Lasst uns gemeinsam zurückblicken, nach vorne hören und das neue Jahr mit Musik, Gemeinschaft und guter Energie beginnen.
✨ Musik. Begegnung. Neubeginn. ✨
Wir freuen uns sehr auf euer Kommen und einen unvergesslichen Abend in OpenSim im Moonrose Grid.
Stream: https://laut.fm/radiorockt
Streaming URL: https://stream.laut.fm/radiorockt
Taxi: hop://moonrose-grid.de:8002/MusicCallBay/88/120/29
Musikalische Grüße
Richi's Music Call – Team
Richi's Music Call - New Year's Reception
Dear music lovers,
To kick off the new year, we cordially invite you to a very special event:
🎶 Richi's Music Call 🎶
A cult musical event in OpenSim – and also our New Year's reception.
Look forward to a unique atmosphere, carefully selected sounds, inspiring encounters, and an evening where music connects and the new year is welcomed in style.
Whether you're a longtime friend or a curious newcomer – you are all welcome to be part of this special moment.
Let's look back together, look ahead, and begin the new year with music, community, and positive energy.
✨ Music. Connection. New Beginnings. ✨
We are very much looking forward to seeing you and to an unforgettable evening in OpenSim at the Moonrose Grid.
... Stream: https://laut.fm/radiorockt
Streaming URL: https://stream.laut.fm/radiorockt
Taxi: hop://moonrose-grid.de:8002/MusicCallBay/88/120/29
Musical greetings,
Richi's Music Call Team

We would like to express our deepest condolences for the loss of Luna Lunaria, who gave so much to opensim with her beautiful creations and her beautiful regions. We will miss you Luna.

Never take life for granted and always be kind to each other in a world that is already filled with hate.

We would like to end this year by thanking you for all the support we receive to continue building on Vendetta and creating something for you on opensim. We love what we do. Grateful for the great support we receive from other Grids.
We personally thank you for this year.
Happy New Year and wish you a beautiful and wonderful New Year.

Angelina
Vendetta Owner

Virtual España, en el sueño de Jhon , Zona Residencial para miembros de osgrid, una islita para tener tu hogar , tu espacio tu sueño , cerca del centro comercial , y de una infinidad de diversion. contactame si deseas tener tu hogar con nosotros en el Sueño de Jhon .

Tauche ein in eine faszinierende Welt voller Legenden und Mythen!
Erlebe die magischen Klänge von geheimnisvollen Elfen
und edlen Elben die auf kraftvolle Trommeln der Wikinger treffen.
Mit Rhythmen die dich in uralten Geschichten dieser
faszinierenden Völker verzaubern.

Gianni. Wo Eleganz nicht einfach glänzt, sondern strahlt.

Diese Kollektion ist kein Outfit, sie ist ein Auftritt.
Ein leises Rascheln von Luxus, das trotzdem jeder hört.
Goldene Akzente, die nicht protzen müssen, weil sie wissen, dass sie gewinnen.
Stoffe, die aussehen, als hätten sie einen eigenen VIP‑Bereich.
Und ein Stil, der so selbstverständlich wirkt, als wäre er schon immer da gewesen — nur eben nicht an jedem.

Gianni ist Glamour ohne Ausrede.
Für Nächte, die länger funkeln dürfen.
Für Momente, die ein bisschen mehr Bühne vertragen.
Für Menschen, die wissen: Wenn man schon erscheint, dann bitte so,
dass selbst das Licht kurz innehält.

https://youtu.be/GY_4D-ThwXg?si=LvPsw4Xw2YhwzFTN
- Several Opportunities to Join! Read Our Announcement!!
The filming of each show is an in-world Event - You can be a show host, crew, or part of the live studio audience! Once the shows are filmed, edited and uploaded to our schedule, they will air on their regularly scheduled time and day!

🎄 Marché de Noël 🎁
Venez découvrir notre marché de Noël décoré pour les fêtes, avec plusieurs boutiques à visiter.
Chaque jour, ouvrez une case de notre Calendrier de l’Avent 🎅✨ et récupérez votre cadeau du jour devant la boutique Dekalion.
Baladez-vous, explorez les stands et profitez de l’ambiance de Noël ❄️✨
📍 Téléportez-vous dès maintenant et laissez-vous emporter par l’esprit des fêtes

HyperGrid: bloodmoonpack.com:8002:Marché de Noël

OpensimWorld: https://opensimworld.com/hop/87499
🎄 Christmas Market 🎁
Come and explore our Christmas Market decorated for the holidays, with several shops to visit.
Every day, open a door of our Advent Calendar 🎅✨ and collect your daily gift in front of the Dekalion shop.
Walk around, discover the stands, and enjoy the Christmas atmosphere ❄️✨
📍 Teleport now and dive into the holiday spirit!

HyperGrid: bloodmoonpack.com:8002:Marché de Noël

BK‑Mode präsentiert: Schuhe, die mehr Drama haben als dein Lieblings‑Soapstar.

Unsere neue Kollektion ist nicht einfach ein Haufen Schuhe.
Das ist ein Moodboard fürs Leben.
Ein „Ich‑komm‑rein‑und‑alle‑schauen“-Moment in vielen Variationen.

Goldene Vibes, satte Farben, Muster mit Meinung — jedes Paar schreit:
„Ich bin nicht nur Accessoire. Ich bin Hauptrolle.“

Egal ob du heute seriös, chaotisch, elegant oder komplett unberechenbar bist:
BK hat das passende Paar, um deinen Auftritt zu unterstreichen.
Oder zu sabotieren. Je nachdem, wie viel Spaß du haben willst.

Bereit für den nächsten Schritt?
BK‑Mode sorgt dafür, dass er sitzt.

DJ Durango - Skating Rink Frozen Pond - Christmas Market

Glide across the ice and enjoy festive beats as DJ Durango spins at the Skating Rink – Frozen Pond in the Christmas Market!
Join us for music, winter fun, and holiday cheer during WinterFest.

Skating Rink Frozen Pond
Map:
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Christmas%20Market/142/1...

Ian Kitsilano, MRMandTHEALLNIGHTERS LIVE - Winter Ballroom - Christmas Market

Celebrate WinterFest with an unforgettable live performance by Ian Kitsilano & the MRMandTHEALLNIGHTERS LIVE at the Winter Ballroom in the Christmas Market!

Experience dynamic music, festive energy, and a show that will light up your WinterFest experience with rhythm, soul, and holiday spirit.

Map: hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Christmas%20Market/173/2...

Hi all,

Some snowmen and winter items, (to be found inside the xmas store).
And some cows and caterpillars added (to be found in the middle in the animal store).
hop://hg.ansjelagrid.com:28002/Eternity/578/561/24

Enjoy :)

A Christmas Carol is a biennial event in Kitely that combines a reading by Ebenezer Scrooge himself (Shandon Loring) with changing scene sets created by Kimm Starr and Koshari Mahana. It takes place in an old Victorian mansion on the streets of Old London. Don't miss this amazing holiday experience!

🕯️📖✨

When: 6:00 pm Grid Time, Fri. Dec. 19th

Where: hop://grid.kitely.com:8002/Kitely%20Events%20Center/274/22...

Or TP from the Events Center website:
https://www.kitely.com/.../Ilan-Tochner/Kitely-Events-Cent...

Period attire is optional.

Storytelling with Yichard Muni in the Hot Chocolate Cabin on the Christmas Market

Gather around the fire and sip some cocoa while Yichard Muni shares enchanting stories at the Hot Chocolate Cabin in the Christmas Market!

Enjoy magical tales, festive cheer, and cozy winter vibes in this heartwarming WinterFest experience.


hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Christmas%20Market/467/4...

Die neue Kollektion von Lara X und Legacy ist da! Wir haben wieder die schönsten Styles für dich ausgewählt.

Komm vorbei und sichere dir deine Favoriten, bevor sie vergriffen sind. Wir freuen uns auf dich!

AMV Winterfest brings you BIG Live Performers all week long, Starting WinterFest 2025 off with an unforgettable performance by Zoree Jupiter at the Winter Ballroom in the Christmas Market!

Celebrate the season with dynamic music, festive energy, and a show that will light up the opening of WinterFest with joy and holiday spirit.

“Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue, and the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true.” – Dorothy

three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Emerald City

Scarecrow created by @FerdFrederix Thank you Ferd! 🌈❣️

Join the AvaCon staff for a holiday party and post conference appreciation.

This is a chance for final end-of-year networking with other #OSCC25 attendees. You can also find out about the events, resources, and programs AvaCon offers, including the Free Virtual Land for Social Good Community.

Today December 16, 2025 2:00pm – 3:30pm PST
On the Avacon grid

Hypergrid Address hop://grid.avacon.org:8002/Avacon&20Plaza/135/186/28


Mature Rating: Appropriate for All Ages (G)
Public or Invitation Only: Open to All
Region Name: Avacon Plaza
Parcel/Venue Name: Avacon Plaza

Hi everybody :)

Ok, on request I will leave the region open, while I fill it up daily.
So not all the shops are filled yet, but slowly getting there.
For now, birds, some butterflies, clouds are added, enjoy.
Please feel free to visit and let me know please if you have questions and/or remarks. If you are happy with what you see, a review on opensimworld.com would be very much appreciated, thank you so much. there is a tp sign near the landingpoint with
christmas decorations on it, and before you know it, you land in front of the shop. have fun all, enjoy.

NEW ..
Hi all :-)

Totally new freebies, mesh xmas items for now only, but in the next month -2months there will be 6 shops filled with brand new items. Please feel free to visit and let me know please if you have questions and/or remarks. If you are happy with what you see, a review on opensimworld.com would be very much appreciated, thank you so much. there is a tp sign near the landingpoint with
christmas decorations on it, and before you know it, you land in front of the shop. have fun all, enjoy.

Am Sonntag:
❄️🎶 Virtuelle Winterparty Einladung 🎶❄️
Liebe Tanzfreunde, zieht euch warm an – nicht wegen der Kälte, sondern wegen der heißen Beats! 🔥
Am 14.12.2025 ab 20:00 Uhr heißt es:
👉 Plattenschubse Marina wirbelt die Scheiben
👉 DJane Loru lässt die Schneeflocken grooven
Kommt vorbei, klickt euch rein und lasst uns gemeinsam den Winter schmelzen – Glühwein digital, Stimmung real! 🍷💻💃🕺
Dresscode: Kuschelsocken + gute Laune.

The Christmas Region is open for you to come explore. Whether your looking for something fun to do Skating Sled rides, or train ride tours, or some new Clothing for Christmas we have it here for you as well as other freebies
hg.trianon-world.com:18002:Christmas

Mercado Navideño, 2025 el Sueño de Jhon, vestuarios, regalos, decoración, y una gran pista de patinaje sobre hielo, donde pasareis momentos navideños super agradables, encontrareis a nuestro Papa Noel donde haceros la foto de recuerdo de esta Navidad 2025, os esperamos

(reposting this for as long as necessary until goal is achieved. hoping to announce success asap so that we can have it concluded and move on to a happy and festive christmas/holiday for all) :)

Our dear Luna Lunaria has passed. Rather than only mourn her, which we all do in our own ways, let us band together and show Luna's real life family...just how much she meant to us.

To some, perhaps Luna was a character from one of her rl human creator's stories. To most of us, she was much, much more. It is with a heavy heart that I have shouldered the responsibility as one of her many friends, to setup a GoFundMe for an idea i had: to name an actual star (or multiple stars different names from her stories or rl family), depending on how well this goes. If you like this idea, please find it in your heart to contribute to a worthy cause! https://gofund.me/60f7d925d

Not one thin penny will go to anything not Luna related, with the main goal being at least an "ultimate" star package from the international star registry. All pertinent information is listed in the interest of transparency. If we exceed the $200 goal, additional items or a bigger package may be purchased. I will be working with Lone Wolf on this, and any real life items to be mailed, will be sent discreetly and privately to Luna's real life family, pending their approval. For now, let's just get this ball rolling and see how much this OpenSim community loves and embraces her. She inspired us and gave us so much. Let us give back. Seriously, if you can spare only a buck, 1 dollar of your native currency, 25 cents, whatever it may be, it all comes from the heart. You are not required for your real name or any info to be publicly disclosed if you donate, so keep that in mind, friends. Any questions please contact Leonitas Lionheart or Remmy Ravenhurst of Homelandz Grid, Star Ravenhurst of Tenth Dimension Grid, or Lone Wolf of Wolf Territories grid.