16 Jahre Dorenas World.

Ja tatsächlich, stolze 16 Jahre bewegt sich Dorenas World schon im OpenSim Universum. Wir haben viele kommen und gehen sehen, aber sind immer noch da.

Dieses Jahr fallen die Feierlichkeiten aus RL-Gründen mal etwas kleiner aus.


Freitag den 16.01.2026
dorenas-world.de:8002:Nihilon
20:00 Rockhouse mit Anachron „Open End“

Samstag den 17.01.2026
dorenas-world.de:8002:landing
19:00 Lesung Rubeus Helgerut
20:00 Wollem Wobbit Live „Still Alive“
Danach Aftershowparty mit Rubeus Helgerut

Dorenas World celebrates 16 years.
Yes, indeed, Dorenas World has been a proud presence in the OpenSim universe for 16 years. We've seen many come and go, but we're still here.

This year, the celebrations will be a bit smaller due to real-life reasons.

Friday, January 16, 2026
dorenas-world.de:8002:Nihilon
8:00 PM Rockhouse with Anachron "Open End"

Saturday, January 17, 2026
dorenas-world.de:8002:landing
7:00 PM Reading by Rubeus Helgerud
8:00 PM Wollem Wobbit Live "Still Alive"
After-party with Rubeus Helgerud

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!

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

https://x.com/ChanelHurricane/status/2007471933160305037?s...
🎧 TECH HOUSE LIVE 🔥
📍 Club Huang | Arkham Grid
Deep grooves. Heavy bass. Pure underground vibes.
🔊 Listen live:
http://aegura.harriman4.com:8036/djhurricane.mp3
🌀 Feel the rhythm.

🚀 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.

New Year, New Skills: Ignite Your Inner Creator in OpenSim This 2026

As the calendar flips to 2026, there's something electric in the air—a fresh start, a blank canvas waiting for your bold strokes. In the vast, ever-evolving grids of OpenSim, where imagination knows no bounds, what better time to challenge yourself? This year, let's make a pact: commit to learning one new skill that elevates your virtual world-building game. Whether you're a seasoned grid-hopper or a newbie dipping your toes into hypergrid adventures, picking up a fresh ability isn't just about adding tools to your inventory—it's about unlocking doors to entirely new realms of creativity.


Think back to those early days of OpenSim, when resources were scarce and ingenuity was king. Creators didn't wait for the perfect mesh import or the latest PBR shader; they dove in with what they had, turning simple primitives and scavenged freebies into masterpieces. It's that spirit of resourcefulness that still fuels our community today. If you've ever marveled at how a discarded texture or a forgotten sculptie can transform into something extraordinary, you're already on the path. But why stop at admiration?

2026 is your invitation to become the alchemist. One skill that's ripe for the picking—and perfectly suited to OpenSim's DIY ethos—is the art of modding. It's not about starting from scratch; it's about seeing potential in the overlooked. Remember that full-perm lamp gathering dust in your inventory? With a bit of tweaking, its base could become the foundation of a futuristic throne.
Or take a humble plant asset: stretch it, tint it green-blue, and suddenly you've got alien foliage for your sci-fi outpost. As I explored in a recent piece on turning "found parts" into new worlds, modding is like virtual recycling at its finest—it breathes life into old items and sharpens your eye for innovation.But modding is just one gateway.

Maybe scripting calls to you: imagine crafting interactive objects that respond to avatars, like a door that whispers secrets or a fountain that dances to music.

Or dive into texturing—mastering UV mapping and bump maps to make your builds pop with realism. For the bold, there's even world management: learning to tweak server settings or set up your own region could turn you from visitor to visionary host.

The beauty of OpenSim is its openness; skills here aren't locked behind paywalls. Free tutorials abound on forums, YouTube channels dedicated to virtual worlds, and even in-world classes hosted by fellow creators.Here's how to get started without overwhelm:Set a micro-goal: Don't aim to master everything at once. Pick one skill and dedicate 15 minutes a day. For modding, start by deconstructing a freebie—unlink its parts, experiment with rotations, and reassemble into something wild.

Build a "skill scrapbox": Just like a modder's inventory of shapes, curate resources. Bookmark guides, join OpenSim Discord groups, or follow creators on OpenSimWorld for inspiration.
Share your progress: Post your experiments on OpenSimWorld. Feedback from the community isn't just helpful—it's motivating. Who knows? Your first modded creation might spark someone else's journey.
Embrace the fails: Every twisted prim or glitchy script is a lesson. In OpenSim, "mistakes" often lead to the most unique discoveries.

Learning a new skill in 2026 isn't about perfection; it's about growth. In a world where we can fly, teleport, and shape reality with a click, why not level up your own abilities? You'll not only enrich your grids but also connect deeper with our vibrant community—sharing knowledge, collaborating on builds, and inspiring the next wave of creators. So, what's your new skill going to be? Grab that inventory, fire up your viewer, and let's make this year legendary. The hypergrid awaits your spark!

Sketchfab
One of the largest repositories with hundreds of thousands of free downloadable 3D models (many under Creative Commons).
Excellent for interactive previews, scans, cultural heritage, characters, and environments.
Filter by: "Downloadable" + "Free".
→ https://sketchfab.com/3d-models?features=downloadable&sort...

CGTrader (Free Section)
Over 150,000+ free 3D models in formats like OBJ, FBX, MAX, C4D, and more.
Great for game assets, PBR materials, rigged models, low-poly, and architectural items.
→ https://www.cgtrader.com/free-3d-models


Free3D
A dedicated free site with thousands of models in various formats (BLEND, OBJ, FBX, 3DS, C4D, etc.).
Categories include vehicles, architecture, furniture, fantasy, and low-poly game-ready assets.
→ https://free3d.com/
TurboSquid (Free Section)
Professional-grade models with a substantial free collection (search for "free").
High-quality assets often suitable for rendering, visualization, games, and film.
→ https://www.turbosquid.com/Search/3D-Models/free

Thingiverse
Primarily for 3D printable models (STL format), but many are useful for virtual worlds too.
Huge community-driven library of objects, tools, characters, and props.
→ https://www.thingiverse.com/

Cults3D
Excellent for 3D printing and general models (many free STL, OBJ, etc.).
Focus on detailed, printable designs, but great for props and assets.
→ https://cults3d.com/en (filter for free)

NASA 3D Resources
Free high-quality models of spacecraft, planets, astronauts, and space-related items (great for sci-fi builds).
→ https://nasa3d.arc.nasa.gov/models
Smithsonian 3D Digitization
Free museum-quality scans of artifacts, statues, historical objects, and cultural heritage items.
→ https://3d.si.edu/
itch.io (Free 3D Game Assets)
Indie-focused site with thousands of free 3D assets and packs (characters, environments, low-poly).
Perfect for game development and virtual worlds.
→ https://itch.io/game-assets/free/tag-3d

Quaternius
Completely free stylized low-poly assets (characters, nature, buildings, vehicles).
High-quality packs ideal for games and quick prototyping.
→ https://quaternius.com/

Always respect licenses — CC0 (no attribution) or public domain are safest for unrestricted use.

These sites are community favorites and regularly updated with new free content. Happy modding and world-building in the new year!

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

✨ Prosit Neujahr 2026! ✨

Das alte Jahr neigt sich dem Ende zu und wir blicken voller Vorfreude auf das, was kommt. Ich wünsche euch allen einen glitzernden Rutsch in ein fantastisches neues Jahr! 🥂🎆

Möge das Jahr 2026 für euch vor allem eines sein: Gesund, glücklich und voller kleiner Wunder. Danke für die gemeinsame Zeit im vergangenen Jahr!

Alles Liebe und nur das Beste, Eure MiraclesWelt 💫

Event Beach Club @ DJ VLAD

The last party of 2025
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
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=26
https://opensimworld.com/events/130906

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

Drei Outfits, ein Fashion-Feuerwerk – und dein Inventar steht schon mit Sonnenbrille daneben, weil’s sonst zu grell wird.

Diese Looks sind nicht hier, um sich brav in die Kleiderordnung einzureihen. Sie sind wie ein Modemagazin auf Koffein: laut, schnell und mit dem Selbstbewusstsein einer Avatardiva, die weiß, dass sie heute nicht nur gut aussieht, sondern auch besser tanzt als dein WLAN.

BK-Mode hat hier nicht gestylt, sondern gestanzt – und zwar direkt ins Stilzentrum. Wer das trägt, braucht keine Accessoires. Nur Platz. Und vielleicht ein Schild: „Bitte nicht anfassen – ich bin heiß.“

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.

Bereit für ein Style-Update, das selbst den coolsten Gianni zum Grinsen bringt? 😎

Hier kommen die neuen Outfits für alle, die lässig leben und trotzdem wissen, wie man Eindruck macht. Ob du gerade durch virtuelle Straßen schlenderst, im Club die Tanzfläche testest oder einfach nur gut aussehen willst, während du nichts tust – diese Looks liefern dir das volle Paket: Attitüde, Komfort und ein Hauch von „Ich hab das hier im Griff“.

Outfit 1: Lederjacke trifft auf Streifen – für den Typ, der weiß, dass Rebellion am besten mit Stil serviert wird.

Outfit 2: Smart Casual mit Jeans und Weste – als wärst du gerade aus einem Musikvideo gestolpert, aber mit mehr Charme.

Outfit 3: Offenes Hemd, entspannter Vibe – für alle, die sagen: „Ich bin nicht faul, ich bin im Chill-Modus.“

💥 Schnapp dir deinen Favoriten, bevor sie wieder ausverkauft sind – denn wer zu spät kommt, trägt Pixelreste.

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

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...

🧥 Gianni bei BK-Mode – und das ist nur der Anfang

Gianni steht da, als hätte er gerade beschlossen, das Grid ein bisschen stilvoller zu machen. Mantel souverän, Rolli stark, Jeans mit „Ich hab’s drauf“-Vibe. Klar: Dieses Outfit sitzt. Aber das Beste? Es ist nur eines von vielen neuen Gianni-Looks, die jetzt frisch im BK-Mode Shop gelandet sind.

Die neuen Styles reichen von lässig bis „Ich betrete den Raum, und alle wissen Bescheid“. Mehr Farben, mehr Schnitte, mehr Attitüde – alles so abgestimmt, dass dein Avatar nicht einfach rumläuft, sondern Eindruck hinterlässt.

🛒 Also: Nicht nur dieses Outfit abstauben. Durchklicken, entdecken, upgraden. BK-Mode hat Gianni gerade ein komplettes Style-Update verpasst – und du kannst es ihm anziehen.

Visit Santa’s Workshop at the Christmas Market!

Step inside the magic, explore Santa’s cozy workshop, and enjoy the festive charm of the season. Don’t forget your camera—holiday memories await!

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!

OPTIONAL NAKED AT THE ORGENIA POOL.....
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You can be naked at the pool if you want, but you dont have too. As i was forced to get naked on the beach all my childhood, i would never put any pressure on anybody to take off their clothes....

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.

Type O Negative: Die Könige des Gothic Doom aus Brooklyn

In den dunklen Straßen Brooklyns entstand Ende der 1980er Jahre eine Band, die den Heavy Metal mit gothischen Elementen,
tiefer Melancholie und einem einzigartigen Sinn für schwarzen Humor verschmelzen sollte.
Type O Negative wurden zu Pionieren eines Sounds, der Doom Metal, Gothic Rock und psychedelische Einflüsse vereinte.
Ihre Musik war geprägt von langsamen, schweren Riffs, atmosphärischen Keyboards und der unverwechselbaren, tiefen Bassstimme ihres Frontmanns...

Zum ganzen Artikel auf Xenopolias hier lang > https://wp.me/pfapSM-1Uu

All articles on Xenopolias are available in all common languages.

“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

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.