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Where Have You Been? S02E16: The Nature Collective
In this episode of our original series, “Where Have You Been?” we visit The Nature Collective — or rather, we visit the Collective’s headquarters and the work of some of their members.
The Nature Collective was created with the goal of cultivating a community around regions, spaces and projects which share a common focus on nature. It is their hope to foster a movement to help people engage and reconnect with the wonder and joy of nature, in the virtual world and beyond.
The Collective was the brainchild of Emmalee Evergarden, and she has drawn together a group of dedicated volunteers who share her commitment to nature spaces, and who form the volunteer staff of The Collective.
To begin exploring the nearly 100 nature destinations that are part of the Nature Collective in Second Life, just visit their headquarters and pick up your Explorer HUD — and off you go. TNC are also members of the “Forever Tourist” network.
To learn more, catch this episode, which airs on Wednesdays and Saturdays on Aug 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, and 27 at 12 noon and 4pm SLT/Pacific (8pm and midnight in the UK).
Founder: Emmalee Evergarden
Alternative contact re joining the Collective:
Cynthia Deere
SLURLS/URLS:
The Nature Collective Headquarters
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Muslin/168/20/129
Regions: Muslin, Moderate
The Nature Collective Website
https://naturecollectivesl.com/
On Flickr
https://www.flickr.com/groups/thenaturecollective/
NatureCon 2022
https://natureconsl.site/
Where Have You Been? S02E15: Hello Kitty Tribute
In this episode of our original series, “Where Have You Been?” we visit the 4- region “Hello Kitty” tribute theme park on the Astralia regions. Hello Kitty is the little adorable white cat character who is numbered among the highest grossing media franchises of all time.
Astralia Creations is a clothing and décor creator in Second Life, featuring a wide variety of products, many of which feature a graphic style and color palette similar to the popular Japanese character Hello Kitty and the additional characters that make up the Hello Kitty brand.
Hello Kitty is a prominent part of the cuteness culture, or kawaii aesthetic, of Japanese popular culture which includes entertainment, clothing, food, toys, personal appearance, and mannerisms. In Kitty’s world there are at least ten characters, including Kitty herself, and a host of other objects and details in that world’s signature simple style.
This episode airs on Wednesdays and Saturdays from July 27 to August 6 inclusive.
Astralia — Hello Kitty Tribute Park
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Astralia%203/240/186/24
Regions: Astralia 1, 2, 3, 4. All regions rated General.
Where Have You Been? S02E14
In this episode of our original series, “Where Have You Been?” we visit Viktor Savior’s UNITY Art Project. The Project mounts a different exhibition every month, in a different gallery and featuring different artists. This month’s “Exposition” titled “Happiness In Color”, is being held at the Rainbow Painters’ Gallery and features no less than 26 artists. The programme will air at 12 noon and 4pm Pacific/SLT (8pm and midnight in the UK) on Wednesdays and Saturdays, July 13, 16, 20 and 23.
The Unity Project — Rainbow Painters’ Gallery
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Chadara/187/42/22
Region: Chadra — rated Moderate
“Where Have You Been?” May The Art Be With You!
Just after 12 noon and 4pm Pacific/Second Life time on Wednesday and Saturday beginning May 11th (for two weeks) tune in for the latest edition of “Where Have You Been?” where we take a look at places to visit and things to do around the Second Life Grid.
In Series 2, Episode 10, we take a look at a new art exhibit celebrating the Star Wars galaxy, at Elven Falls Art Collective.
“Where Have You Been?” visits Svarga and discovers SLRPS
Just after 12 noon and 4pm Pacific/Second Life time on Wednesday and Saturday beginning April 27th (for two weeks) tune in for the latest edition of “Where Have You Been?” where we take a look at places to visit and things to do around the Second Life Grid.
In Series 2, Episode 9, we visit a fabulous location from the dim past: Svarga. It was created in 2006 by Laukosargas Svarog, and even in those days it was a must-see destination — an excellent example of the virtual builder’s craft. It’s immersive, and uses a rich mixture of shape and texturing to evoke the world of the Gods from Slavic mythology.
It’s one of the regions preserved by Linden Lab as being of special historical interest — and we also discuss the SLRPS (Second Life Region Preservation Society) and some of the other historic regions preserved under its banner.
And every four hours from 4am Pacific, catch Engines of Our Ingenuity from the University of Houston — a radio programme that tells the story of how our culture is formed by human creativity.
“Where Have You Been?” visits Serenity Valley
At 12 noon and 4pm Pacific Time on Wednesday and Saturday from April 13th for two weeks, tune in for the latest edition of “Where Have You Been?” where we take a look at places to visit and things to do around the Second Life Grid. Series 2, Episode 8 features an exquisitely detailed and extensive region with a wide variety of places to hang out and explore above and below ground: Serenity Valley.
The SLURL for Serenity Valley is http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Windy/62/58/75 and note that the region is rated Adult.
And every four hours from 4am Pacific, catch Engines of Our Ingenuity from the University of Houston — a radio programme that tells the story of how our culture is formed by human creativity.
“Where Have You Been?”: Duelling Museums!
The latest edition of VCRadio’s original series on things to do and places to visit across the Second Life Grid, visits two museums that offer similar, and contrasting content for residents to enjoy. The show premieres on February 9th and airs at 12 noon and 4pm Pacific/SLT, that’s 8pm and midnight in the UK. It’ll run on Wednesdays and Saturdays at the same times for the next two weeks.
In this episode, #3 of our second season, we discuss two very different museums .
“Where Have You Been?” visits The Janus Galleries
The latest edition of VCRadio’s original series on things to do and places to visit across the Second Life Grid, visits The Janus Galleries. The show premieres on January 26th and airs at 12 noon and 4pm Pacific/SLT, that’s 8pm and midnight in the UK. It’ll run on Wednesdays and Sundays at the same times for the next two weeks.
