Helen Keller Day

Many people in the world are disabled and for a long time I wasn't ready for people to know that I was disabled . I have been working with these wonderful people here at Style Enabled Modeling Agency , its been such a wonderful experience as I have been empowered to begin talking about my disability and have found other ways to help people here in SL .

I want to personally thank the following designers and people who helped with this fashion show: Lemania Indigo, Simone Stern, swaffette Firefly, Ross Myhre, Alyssa Bijoux, Amutey DeCuir, Wiccan Sojourner, dana Vanmoer, Roland Zepp, Amethyst Starostin, Sasy Scarborough.

Please come join us today at 3pm slt to see just how empowered people can get by the amazing things you can do in Second Life.

People with disabilities make up approximately 20 percent of the SL population. For many people with disabilities, SL is about as “barrier-free” an environment as it gets - People who cannot walk in real life can fly and teleport here in SL. Some, however, are not as fortunate: Deaf and hearing impaired people can be unwittingly excluded from voice chats, and people who are blind or visually impaired still face massive challenges in being able to use the highly visual 3D environment at all – Which is why Helen Keller Day is coming to Second Life, Saturday, June 27th. It’s a day that is set aside for 24 solid hours of information, education, exploration of employment opportunities, arts and entertainment, and social engagement, at the four The Ye, Olde, Supporte, Faire islands. There will be vendors, employers, presentations, and mainly… fun.

Find us here the event runs for 24 hours ...

Fantasy Faire 2009 Hasn't Ended Yet!!!

When I first came to Second Life a few years ago, I never dreamed of meeting and working with so many gifted and talented people from all different walks of life. This year, I have been blessed to meet a few amazing people hiding in the woodwork. As all of you know, the Clothing Fair is very close to my heart because of the reason we have it...Relay for Life.

A few months ago, when the planning of the Fantasy Faire started, I got a message from Ember Farina asking if she could pick my brain. I chuckled when I received the notecard full of questions as I realized this was the first time anyone had ever asked how I did the Clothing Fair. I was pleased and honored I was approached and answered her questions, making myself available for any others she might have.

What came out of that initial conversation is just another example of how much of a difference a community can make when they put aside the competition and join efforts for such an important and needed cause. I encourage you to take some time this weekend to explore this amazing event, see the builds and creativity, thank the vendors for giving their time and talent, stop by to enjoy a great concert and support Relay as it winds down into its last 29 days!!!

If you don't know where to go just pick from the list here and travel to a new world to start your Fantasy Experience. There is something for everyone!!

Fantasy Faire Central

Neko

Avatars, goodies and gadgets

Magical, mystical, and fairies

Vamp, Goth, Demons

Elven clothing , furniture, and more

Scifi and Silent Auction area

Merfolk , visit the wonderful world under the sea

Anything you might have missed from Tiny to dragons, dark lighters to angels

Always Remember here in SL ... Together we find a cure ... and We have lives to save!!!

SO... Take an hour this weekend and follow your heart into the world of Fantasy .... Go Visit the Faire .. you will not regret it one bit!!!!

They sent me to Outer Space

Today I was again shopping at the Fantasy Faire. Its been loads of fun for me to visit and not have to worry about any of the behind the scenes work. I have to say tho... I am loving the merfolk sim totally underwater (yes i did go swiming), but now I have to tell you about this mornings experience.

Who Knew!!!! When you hit the tp at the Central area of the Fantasy Fair you would be transported up into the galaxy among the stars and planets to find all your favorite Sci-Fi Shops. I should have known after The Merfolk sim that the builders would pull something ... but wow this one really rocks ... Here is a picture or two for you ....


Make sure you view this sim at midnight ... you will just be totally awed by what you see...


So once I finished checking out all the things in the shops I really had no idea existed in SL ... (silly me) ... I went back to the landing point and was going to head to the next sim when I see this sign... TP to gardens... well you know here we go to the Sci-gardens... more suprises of course... I found the auction area and yes there is one so get over there cuz there is alot of good things to get for low prices!!!!! Remember ... it all goes to RFL!!!! BID BID BID....

More then that i found another amazing area of color and moon rocks and so lavafalls... wow.. thought I was standing on the moon or something ... ALL I can say is KUDOS to the build team of the fantasy faire!!!!!


Go SHOP!!!!! THIS IS FOR RFL .. AND WE HAVE LIVES TO SAVE!!!!

TOGETHER WE FIND A CURE !!!!

Fantasy Faire 2009

Merfolk, Vampires and Witches... Oh My...there is only one place to find them this week and many more Fantasy creatures; The Fantasy Faire benefiting RFL.

I was over at the fair this morning and just amazed with the job that Ember Farina and her team have done. The shops are full, the stage is set and shopping has started. There are 9 sims, with lots of designers from all over the fantasy world of SL. They have brought together such fantasy genres as Neko, Elven, Furry, Dragon, Goth, Tiny and Sci-Fi and hope to raise $4000 USD for Relay for Life .

I've only made it through one sim so far...and of course it was the Vampire and Demon Sim called Dark Realms and gosh, I was so amazed as what I found. Can't wait to get to the others. All this walking around and enjoying it from the customer's side makes me want to start planning next year's Clothing Fair already .

So... I have to at least give you a sneak peek at my favorite sim before I go for a swim and back to shopping... Check out this video about the Merfolk sim... you wont believe the stuff you can find and IT'S ALL UNDER WATER!!!!

Grand Re-Opening!!

Join us as we celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of Caliber in it's new store! Two days packed with fun...treasure hunt, live music, DJs and lots of new items.

Caliber is a unique concept in excellence for all. Within the store falls amazing designs for multiple uses ranging from fantasy to modern wear that both men and women alike will enjoy, fine furniture in Victorian, elven, and Moroccan themes and some of the most detailed period medical supplies in SL.

Aurelius Draken & Nyre Gray, a couple off-line as well as in cyberspace, came to Second Life in winter of 2006. After initially exploring a bit, like many others they rented a property and set about building the home of their dreams. In the process, Aurelius discovered that no one sold the sort of bookcases he wanted for the library, and Nyre couldn't find the sort of dresses she desired, so both began teaching themselves how to build. In February of 2007 they decided to share the things they were creating, and Caliber was born.

Initially Caliber was mostly about clothing; Nyre's dresses were in considerable demand for their feminity and custom-tested fitting. Every dress went through the 'dance-test' to make sure all the prims moved right and had the right positioning even in motion. Little by little, Aurelius' library offerings started to expand into furniture, and people started putting in special requests for things they couldn't find elsewhere in Second Life. That's was the origin of what is now Second Life's most extensive line of medical and herbal products, as well as the Celtic and Persian furniture lines.

Since those early days, Caliber's direction has been driven by the needs of it's customers, fulfilling their visions and enhancing their virtual experiences with beautiful clothing and furnishings. Caliber's ethos demands strict attention to detail. uniqueness, and quality, and beauty remains their goal.

Come see Caliber... come into the light.

Schedule includes :

May 9th and 10th : treasure hunt and great prizes


May 9th :
A Special Concert by Labgraal at 1pm slt
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Rivendell%20West/165/128/34

A Special Concert by Kim Seifert at 4pm slt
A Special Concert by Srv4u Conacher at 5pm slt
Dancing in the Club with DJ Magdalena Kamenev at 6pm SLT
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Rivendell/1/23/49

May 10: treasure hunt continues all day
Masquerade Ball : 5pm slt with DJ Dakota Christensen
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Rivendell/1/23/49

A Peek at Caliber

Nev and I are honored and excited to be a part of the Caliber Grand Re-Opening. I thought you might like to see a small taste of the wonderful items you can get at their new store on the Rivendell sim.

I am wearing one of Nyre's stunning designs Aurelis. She gave this out to the group a couple of days ago and once I put it on, I had no desire to take it off. The rich colors and velvet texturing makes this something to truly make an entrance in. As as with all of her designs, this has gone through the "dance" test to ensure you will look amazing as you dance the night away in the arms of your soulmate.

This photo was taken in our living room, which is furnished with Aurelius' cushions, tables and couches. His attention to detail and bold fabrics make this a must have for your home. The couch comes complete with book for light evening reading. The cushions come with 8 different sits so anyone will be comfortable.

Aurelius also builds the finest and most extensive physician and herbal products in all of SL. If you're looking for that hard to find item, I guarantee you'll find it at Caliber.

We're hosting a lot of great events over the weekend...a treasure hunt with special one of a kind goodies...when you find it, be sure to pick it up...amazing concerts and capping the weekend with a Masquerade Ball.

Find Caliber here and don't miss out!

Caliber Grand Re-Opening

Over the past couple years working with the Clothing Fair, we have met some great people in SL. We work really hard to put this fair together and when something great comes out of it beside awareness of Relay for Life and lots of funds raised, we get really excited.

This year, I met two amazing designers here in Second Life and it's been so much fun to get to know them . I can remember a couple of years ago, I was walking around RFyre island looking at stores when I saw a store that actually caught my eye and made me go in and look. It was Caliber. The rich textures and amazing prim work was awesome to look at. The designers who own Caliber, Nyre Gray and Aurelius Draken, are two of the best kept secrets of design here in SL .

This year, for the first time, Caliber participated in the 2009 Clothing Fair. A coming out of sorts for them, and now the secret is no longer hidden. This weekend they invite each of you to come and join them as they celebrate the Re-Grand Opening of their Flagship Store.

They have been working hard since the Fair to get new merchandise ready, live music has been booked, treasure hunts are ready and there are two great DJs who are going to come together on May 9th and 10th for this Celebration.

Please come and join us as we welcome Nyre and Aurelius out of hiding and back into design here in Second Life.

Find Caliber here!