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Join the Excitement of Fun and Educational Community Events in Second Life!<\/h3>\n
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Happy New Year, Second Life Residents! If you’re eager to kick off 2024 with a burst of excitement, here are some fun and educational community-driven activities and events lined up throughout the year. Enroll in building classes, attend lively festivals, and immerse yourself in educational conferences throughout the coming year.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Relay For Life – Unveiling the Power of Unity<\/h2>\n
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The official home of the American Cancer Society in Second Life. Since 2005, cancer patients, caregivers, and volunteers have been able to receive services and support from the ACS in SL without having to leave the virtual world. Visit the island to learn more or to make a donation to fund the world’s largest and most successful cancer research program. More info at relayforlife.com\/secondlife<\/p>\n

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Go on a journey of compassion and support as Relay For Life of Second Life<\/a> events kick off this year. Mark your calendars as registrations open this month. SL Living Expo<\/a>, Fantasy Faire<\/a>, and other event dates have already been announced. Don’t miss out on any details – follow the American Cancer Society Google calendar<\/a> for all the info!\u00a0<\/p>\n

Burn2 – Festival of Community, Art, and Fire<\/h2>\n
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Experience BURN2, the festival of community, art, and fire that brings the culture and cool of Burning Man to the metaverse. Learn more at www.burn2.org<\/p>\n

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Experience the virtual rendition of Burning Man in Second Life with Burn2! With captivating events every quarter, their first event, Winter Burn, starts on January 26th. Explore the details on their website<\/a> and get more info about their weekly meetings and events in their Google calendar<\/a>. It’s a virtual festival you won’t want to miss!<\/p>\n

VWBPE – Unleashing Educational Innovations<\/h2>\n

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The Virtual Worlds Best Practice in Education (VWBPE) is a community-based open conference that provides opportunities for participants in all virtual worlds to share current teaching, learning, and research practices in 3D virtual environments. This year’s theme is “Mythic Origins” and it runs from March 14-16, 2024. Join the event for three days of lectures, workshops, discussions, games, and fun! It’s a must-attend event for anyone passionate about the intersection of virtual environments and education. Learn more on their website at vwbpe.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

VWEC – Igniting Educational Conversations<\/h2>\n
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Virtual Worlds Education Consortium Eduverse<\/a><\/h2>\n

The goal of the VW Education Consortium (VWEC) is to bring educators together both to share what has been successful and to tackle obstacles across virtual platforms and communities. For more information contact: Valibrarian Gregg, Elli Pinion, or Dodge Threebeards.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Continue to elevate your educational journey with the Virtual Worlds Education Consortium (VWEC) Eduverse! If you’re passionate about fostering collaboration among educators and navigating the virtual landscape, this is the destination for you. You can learn more about VWEC from the Spotlight interview<\/a> of three of their coordinators. Additionally, you can check their website<\/a> and their Google Calendar<\/a> to attend their daily events and fireside chats.<\/p>\n

Virtual Ability – Empowering Lives in Virtual Worlds<\/h2>\n
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Virtual Ability is a place where people with disabilities and chronic illnesses can safely learn about virtual worlds. Details on VirtualAbility.org<\/a><\/p>\n

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Virtual Ability, a non-profit corporation founded in 2007, is dedicated to enabling individuals with a wide range of disabilities to flourish in online virtual worlds. They have two major events throughout the year, keep an eye on their website<\/a> for more information coming soon:\u00a0<\/p>\n

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  1. Mental Health Symposium (May):<\/strong> In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Virtual Ability hosts the annual Mental Health Symposium. This event serves as a platform to share crucial information about mental health and disabilities with the broader population. The cross-disability community within Virtual Ability includes members dealing with various mental health issues. The symposium not only offers a chance for community members to learn from experts they might not encounter otherwise but also opens the doors for the general public to attend a professional conference at no cost.<\/li>\n
  2. International Disability Rights Affirmation Conference (October\/November):<\/strong> Taking place around October\/November each year, this conference is a testament to Virtual Ability’s commitment to advocating for disability rights globally. Join this empowering event that brings together voices from the disability community to discuss, affirm, and advance the rights of individuals with disabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Builder’s Brewery – Crafting Dreams Since 2008<\/h2>\n
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    Established in 2008, Builder’s Brewery is one of Second Life’s oldest destinations for learning. Visit and take a free training class and learn all about building, textures, scripting, mesh, animations, and more. Join their 3x award-winning group, and there is even a Sandbox for builders. Check their website for their schedule of educational events. More info at buildersbrewery.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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    For all aspiring builders out there, Builder’s Brewery is your go-to destination. Established in 2008, it stands as one of Second Life’s oldest hubs for learning. Dive into free training classes covering everything from building to scripting, textures, mesh, animations, and more. Check their schedule of classes on their Google Calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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    Find even more educational destinations and exciting events in the Education<\/a>, Help & How To<\/a>, and Featured Events<\/a> categories on the Destination Guide throughout the year!<\/p>\n

    But wait, there\u2019s more! Along with these community-driven activities, we here at Linden Lab also have a lot in store for 2024 – including the Valentine Shop & Hop which is about to open on February 1st, and of course our 21st birthday celebrations in June!\u00a0<\/p>\n

    Get ready for a year filled with excitement, creativity, and unforgettable experiences in Second Life. Don’t miss out on the action – stay connected: follow our Featured News blog<\/a>, sign up for our weekly email newsletter<\/a>, and connect with us on social media<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Let the adventure begin, happy 2024!<\/p>\n

    Happy New Year From All Of The Staff At Zoha Islands\/Fruit Islands Stay Tuned For Estate Updates and Upgrades.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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