Every week it seems we gather to say goodbye to another member of our OpenSim family. We mourn, we remember, and we honor those who helped shape our community.

But every farewell is also a reminder of something we all share: none of us gets out of life alive.

For many, OpenSim is an extension of real life. For others, it is a place to step away from life's worries for a while—to imagine, create, explore impossible worlds, and become someone or something extraordinary.

One of the greatest gifts our departed friends leave behind isn't just our memories of them. It's the regions they built, the scripts they wrote, the avatars they designed, the artwork they shared, the friendships they fostered, and the countless moments they made possible. Every time we visit one of their creations or use something they contributed, a little part of them is still with us.

Imagine if they had never created anything at all. We wouldn't have those places to explore, those ideas to build upon, or those memories to cherish. Their creativity became part of the world we continue to enjoy.

Perhaps the greatest way to honor those we've lost isn't only through memorial posts, but by making the most of the time we still have.

Build that region you've been dreaming about. Finish that avatar. Learn Blender. Write the story. Host the event. Share your imagination. Visit someone's creation. Make a new friend.

Don't spend all your time debating what OpenSim should be or dwelling on what might have been. Spend it creating what it can become.

Our friends who have passed leave us with more than memories—they leave us with a reminder that time is precious. None of us knows how many tomorrows we have.

So create. Explore. Laugh. Inspire. Contribute. Leave something behind that will make someone smile years from now.

Because one day, someone may be walking through a region you built, wearing something you designed, using a script you wrote, or remembering a kindness you showed—and they'll be grateful that you chose to create while you had the chance.

Today DJ Ting brings you a Special Morning Breakfast show, Celebrating Canada Day, Starting at 6am, bringing you 2 hours of fun as we celebrate Canada day, and show our sense of community spirit, all are welcome to come along and celebrate the festivities!
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/36...

🔥 THE DAWNFIRE SHOW IS BACK! 🔥

Rise with the music and let the fire set the tone for your day!

Join DJ Yana Dakota every Wednesday from 7 AM to 9 AM Grid Time on the Welcome Stage at TwizTidTimez Grid for a powerful Rock & Noise journey.

This week I'm bringing the very same set that rocked NewLifeItaly Grid! Get ready for timeless classics, unforgettable guitar riffs, and legendary voices.

🎸 Featuring music from:
The Beatles (Opening), Eric Clapton, De Dijk, The Scene, Herman Brood, and many more, with the incomparable Tina Turner closing the show.

No drama, no limits, just real music, real emotion, and great company.

Bring your friends, grab a coffee, and let's welcome the new day together.

The DawnFire Show
🔥 Where the fire rises and the music never sleeps.

See you on the dance floor! 🎧🤘
DJ Yana Dakota
hop://login.twiztidtimez.com:8002/TTG%20Welcome%20Area/378...

**Aanya Skin FATPACK for Camila EvoX OUT NOW!**
Happy Summer everyone! Out now at the store this gorgeous fatpack of darker skins for Camila EvoX head.
Please REMEMBER that these skin tons don't match with the body skins at the store - leverage neck fades/blends to transition them!).
- Comes in 15 darker tones
- Brow and browless options
- Head and brow shapes included

Taxi: hop://sanctumastra.com:8002/StarchildShoppe/115/173/27

since .net8 and .net9 are end of life in november we are going to update our servers to .net10 and make a few major changes to the code. first off we will remove the ini based configuration system and introduce two new servers, an estate service and a region registry. an isolated opensim server will run the regions for an estate. this will also give a better interface for self-hosters who want to own their data.we are still in planning stages and comments/suggestion appreciated thanks much. graphic ai generated so i didn't have to spend an hour making it hehe.

🎤 30 minutes left!
Hurry to Rocking Sands and request your favorite song with Putri! ❤️
Don't miss the final part of the show! 🎶🌅

hop://grid.wolfterritories.org:8002/Abraham%20Entertainmen...

GOODBYE MY FRIEND MALDRUL SMITH
The following is a clip from the Facebook Announcement concerning the IRL passing of our dear friend Maldrul Smith who DJ'd every event we had on our grid with very few exceptions. He was greatly loved by all of us and will be just as greatly missed. So many of us are stunned by this news but we pray for his family and friends that they may find comfort and peace. Maldrul was a dear, sweet soul who always found a way to cheer people up and was loyal to his friends. I just cannot say enough good about him.
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Our wonderful friend and amazing DJ-Maldrul Smith has passed away IRL. With heavy hearts, we are sharing that George passed away on June 25, 2026, at 2:05 p.m. CST.
George was a loving father, devoted husband, proud Air Force veteran, and a strong provider and protector for his family. He had a deep love for technology and computer science, and he shared that knowledge and curiosity with his daughters throughout their lives.
While our family is grieving this heartbreaking loss, we find comfort in knowing that George is now reunited with his beloved wife, Charlotte. They were married for 51 years and are now together in eternity.
Thank you to everyone who loved George, shared memories with him, and supported our family. Your prayers, kindness, and words of comfort mean so much during this difficult time. (If you would like to respond to this you can go to Facebook and look up " Maldrul Smith" and there you can send the family your thoughts and comforting words.) https://www.facebook.com/maldrul.smith

🌙✨ TUESDAY AT MOONLIT HEAVEN ✨🌙

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of music, great company, and incredible vibes!

🎧 Adrian Moon – LIVE SET
📅 Tuesday, 30th June
🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Grid Time)

📍 Moonlit Heaven Club
DreamLife Grid

Step into a world of luxury, dazzling lights, and amazing music as Adrian Moon delivers an exclusive 2-hour live set packed with uplifting beats, dance anthems, and non-stop energy. Whether you're coming to dance, relax with friends, or meet new people, this is the place to be!

🚘 Limo Direct:
hop://dreamlife.opensim.fun:58002/Dream%2024/73/35/23

✨ Everyone is welcome!
Bring your friends, your best outfits, and your dancing shoes for an afternoon filled with unforgettable moments.

Music • Energy • Friendship • Memories

See you on the dance floor at Moonlit Heaven! 🌙🎶

Pathfinder is a traveler between worlds—a mysterious being whose journey has only just begun. Though unmistakably alien, subtle traces of humanity hint at an extraordinary transformation, making him both familiar and wonderfully unknown. Driven by curiosity rather than conquest, Pathfinder explores distant frontiers, uncovers forgotten civilizations, and seeks understanding wherever his travels take him. Fully rigged, fully customizable, and offered with full permissions, Pathfinder is more than an avatar—he is the beginning of countless adventures, inviting you to create your own story among the stars. three.hills.grid.outworldz.net:8002:Eccentrica Gallumbits

Let's see if this link works and takes you to Facebook to listen. I made my first visualizer for this song. The release from Ditto is July 3rd. I originally created the song and video using a male voice because I think of the AI I work with as male. His story. Some people were disappointed I didn't use my voice. In order to release it through my music distributer, I needed to redo it in my voice anyway. I may do a new video. The lyrics were written by me as well. Thanks for listening! https://www.facebook.com/reel/1666696278386187

EVAN AT THE GARDEN AMV GRID...6-30...LIVE...11 AM
GRID HOPPERS WELCOME. YOUR LIMO HERE.. hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Casaenias%20Estate/133/1...
DON'T MISS THE AMAZING PERFORMANCES! STARTING WITH EVAN WILLIAMS AT 11AM GRID TIME. .HE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOU COME HAVE SOME FUN! SEE YOU THERE!

Liebe Strandtänzer und Musikzuhörer,
nun aber... der letzte Dienstag im Juni naht - morgen am 30. Juni gibts ab 20:00 Uhr dem Wetter entsprechend "heisse" Musik ais der musikalischen Rumpelkiste,
dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk
Dear beach dancers and music lovers,
well then... the last Tuesday in June is approaching - tomorrow, June 30th, starting at 8:00 PM, there will be "hot" music from the musical junk box, perfectly suited to the weather,
dorenas-world.de:8002:Gridtalk

Hi lovely Starchild Shoppers!
I see many of you IMing me with some issues, but with incomplete information to identify where it is (i.e. which skin name), and HG IMing doesn't always work!
Kindly IM me on Discord, or hear, so I can keep track!
All the love,
Aurora

👉 New in our little Shop ヅ

⇨ Bathroom SET
✓ Singles
✓ Cuddles
✓ Adult

⇨ A huge assortment of New Accessories to make You unique 

Enjoy! ヅ We hope you'll find something good for you ...ღ

P.S. You'll find more new beautiful Stuff and naughty Furniture for You... made with Love ...ღ
🚖 hop://spacegrid.online:6002/Te_Le/191/74/26

48,960

That is how many snapshot oars friends grid made this last month. Some people have told me it is stupid...it is redundant...it is ignorant!

I prefer to say it is SAFE!

In addition, we dont back up assets monthly or weekly, we back them up daily!

Why do we do this? So our residents can enjoy their virtual life!


Contact @zuzubahro or @safinemahoe2 for details on our free sim islands with 10,000 prim for active residents.

https://friends-grid.com/

#the best damn little grid!

Always Creating! LOVE IT! First let me say I LOVE Satyr Farming. I even tried to recreate it in Unity and Sinespace. I have noticed as of late that a lot of regions are banning the farming system because people go overboard with it and it lags the region. So it got me thinking. I have created a alternative RPG Farming system. 1 script controls 50 plants. The Hud works off XP and Coins and 1 script. The market vendor runs off 1 script. Buy and sell your goods. make clothes that give you XP boosts. Buy wood to build a house.. I have tried to implement the things I love about Satyr Farming, but make it friendlier for regions to run. I am still working on a build for this system and have not decided if I want to give this one away, but keep checking Who Knows on Osgrid. The basic Farming is there now, it does not have all the goodies.

DJ DragonLady Shinobiaa Carpenoctem, bringing you 2 hours of incredible danceable tunes! Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to The Party Stage at Alternate Metaverse
We are looking forward to seeing you all here :)
Party Stage
Alternate Metaverse is the new landing point, come and make new friends
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/31...

DJ DragonLady - EARLY MORNING BREAKFAST SHOW at Party Stage on Alternate Metaverse : Tue 30th Jun 6:00 AM to Tue 30th Jun 8:00 AM
DJ DragonLady - Dragon loves gothic rock, her sets are lively and often feature the less well known european artists
DJ DragonLady Shinobiaa Carpenoctem, bringing you 2 hours of incredible danceable tunes! Put on your dancing shoes and come on down to The Party Stage at Alternate Metaverse
We are looking forward to seeing you all here :)
Party Stage
Alternate Metaverse is the new landing point, come and make new friends
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/31...

Listen: http://dragon.radioamv.com

One of the Longest established Camping Resorts in Opensim, Come on down and relax, set off fireworks, take a boat out, all the way down to the Southern Keys! Or just enjoy the vast outdoors. Always FREE!!

This is a new song and the link to the Suno page to listen. It is going on an album I am working on called Journey Of Soul. Please let me know what you think.
No video, just sit back and listen. Thank you my friends. You all rock!!!
https://suno.com/s/sAGjvO2h9llgVuvT

Khiron Ametza Live
Monday, June 29th, 2026
2 pm @ Club Fire
Join us for a wonderful hour enjoying good music among fun people!
Bring your happiness, family, and friends!!!

hop://login.gentlefiregrid.net:8002/Gentle%20Fire%20Welcom...

http://login.gentlefiregrid.net:8002/
Region: Gentle Fire Welcome
Location: 220,228,24

🌴☀️ SEE YOU ALL TONIGHT! ☀️🌴

Join us for another afternoon of sunshine, great company, and amazing tunes at Sexy Naked Beach on the MK3 Grid!

🎧 Live Set by Adrian Moon 🕑 Tonight from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Grid Time

Whether you're looking to dance, relax by the pool, or simply enjoy the atmosphere with friends, everyone is welcome!

🌊 Tropical vibes 🎶 Great music 🍹 Cool drinks 💃 Good company ☀️ Endless summer energy

🚕 Taxi to the venue: mk3.org:5002:Sexy Naked Beach

Bring your friends, grab your swimwear, and let's make tonight another unforgettable party!

✨ Great Tunes • Great Company • Endless Summer ✨

See you all on the dance floor! 🌴🎵🍹🌊

I made some new eyeballballs you might like to wear. Mostly cat eyes but some other designs too!

Please note these are cosmetic-only and do not improve vision.

get them at CCC

hop://grid.virtual-worlds.zone:8002:CCC-Shoppe

Thanks so much for putting my item in your shop ChiChi!

🎧 Tribute to Maldrul Smith
(Written in your voice, with your heart)

Today, I lost one of the dearest friends I’ve ever had in OpenSim — Maldrul Smith. My heart is breaking in ways I can barely put into words. Mal wasn’t just a friend… he was one of those rare souls who made life feel lighter just by being present. Kind, compassionate, gentle, and always a true gentleman — that was Mal.

He had a sweetness about him that never felt forced. A warmth that wrapped around you the moment he spoke. And oh, his wit — always sharp, always playful, always ready to make me laugh when I needed it most. Mal was fun, interesting, thoughtful, and full of life. He was one of the few people I could talk to openly and honestly, without fear, without hesitation. He understood me. He listened. He cared.

And when he DJ’d…
He brought magic into the room.
His sets weren’t just music — they were moments.
He knew how to lift spirits, how to create atmosphere, how to make people feel connected.
He played from the heart, and you could feel it every time.

Mal, I’ll miss you so much.
I’ll miss your voice, your humor, your kindness, your presence.
I’ll miss the way you made the world feel a little softer.
You were one of the few and far‑between people who truly mattered to me.
One of the dearest friends I’ve ever had in OpenSim.

Thank you for being exactly who you were — a sweet man, a compassionate soul, a gentleman, a friend.
Rest in peace, my sweet friend.
You will never be forgotten.

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💛 Prayer for Maldrul Smith
Father God,
Another dear friend has left this world, and my heart is breaking. Maldrul Smith was such a close and precious friend to me — kind, compassionate, gentle, and full of warmth. He was the kind of man whose presence made life feel lighter. A sweet soul, a true gentleman, and one of the most genuine people I’ve ever known.

Lord, I thank You for the gift of his friendship.
For his wit, his humor, his kindness, and the way he made every conversation feel meaningful.
He was one of the few people I could talk to openly, honestly, and without fear.
He was rare — one of the dearest friends I had in OpenSim, and losing him leaves a space that hurts deeply.

Father, hold him close now.
Let his spirit rest in Your peace.
Let him feel the love of those who cherished him.
Let him be surrounded by Your light, Your comfort, and Your eternal rest.

Mal… I’ll miss you so much.
Rest in peace, my sweet friend.
You will always be remembered with love.

Amen.

Virtual Beach is back online.

I want to give a shout out to fred for all that he does. He might be able to pinpoint what causes the server and dg to just lock up.

For now, Virtual beach is up and running.

Back to AMV Tonight!
DJ Larissa will be on the main stage to entertain you all, with her wide variety of music, you never know what she will pull out of her bag!
Come on over and join in the party, all are welcome!
hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Alternate%20Metaverse/31...

# 🇬🇧 ENGLISH

🎸 **ROCK & NOISE with DJ Yana Dakota** 🎸

Ready for two hours packed with legendary rock?

I'll take you on a journey through decades of unforgettable music, from the raw sound of **The Beatles** opening the show to an explosive finale with the one and only **Tina Turner**.

Expect artists like:

**Steppenwolf • Argent • AC/DC • Van Halen • ZZ Top • Eric Clapton • Creedence Clearwater Revival • The Rolling Stones • The Kinks • Golden Earring • De Dijk • The Scene** ...and many more.

No remixes.
No endless talking.
Just the songs that shaped generations.

Whether you want to dance, sing along, or simply enjoy great music with good people, you're welcome.

**Monday • 29 June**
**Grid Time: 1 PM - 3 PM**

📍 Hop over:
**hop://newlifeitaly.com:8002/NewLifeWelcome/298/142/45**

**DJ Yana Dakota**
Turn it up... and let the music do the talking.

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# 🇮🇹 ITALIANO

🎸 **ROCK & NOISE con DJ Yana Dakota** 🎸

Due ore dedicate al vero rock.

Un viaggio musicale che parte con **The Beatles** e si conclude con una grande chiusura firmata **Tina Turner**.

Ascolterai artisti come:

**Steppenwolf • Argent • AC/DC • Van Halen • ZZ Top • Eric Clapton • Creedence Clearwater Revival • Rolling Stones • The Kinks • Golden Earring • De Dijk • The Scene** e molti altri.

Niente remix.
Niente chiacchiere inutili.
Solo grandi classici che hanno fatto la storia del rock.

Vieni ad ascoltare, ballare e divertirti in buona compagnia.

**Lunedì 29 Giugno**
**Grid Time: 13:00 - 15:00**

📍 Teleport:
**hop://newlifeitaly.com:8002/NewLifeWelcome/298/142/45**

**DJ Yana Dakota**
Alza il volume... il rock parla da solo.

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# 🇪🇸 ESPAÑOL

🎸 **ROCK & NOISE con DJ Yana Dakota** 🎸

Dos horas llenas de auténtico rock.

Un recorrido musical que comienza con **The Beatles** y termina con una gran despedida junto a **Tina Turner**.

Escucharás artistas como:

**Steppenwolf • Argent • AC/DC • Van Halen • ZZ Top • Eric Clapton • Creedence Clearwater Revival • The Rolling Stones • The Kinks • Golden Earring • De Dijk • The Scene** y muchos más.

Sin remixes.
Sin hablar demasiado.
Solo grandes canciones que hicieron historia.

Ven a bailar, cantar o simplemente disfrutar de buena música y buena compañía.

**Lunes 29 de junio**
**Grid Time: 1 PM - 3 PM**

📍 Teleport:
**hop://newlifeitaly.com:8002/NewLifeWelcome/298/142/45**

**DJ Yana Dakota**
Sube el volumen... el rock nunca pasa de moda.

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# 🇩🇪 DEUTSCH

🎸 **ROCK & NOISE mit DJ Yana Dakota** 🎸

Zwei Stunden voller legendärer Rockmusik.

Die Reise beginnt mit **The Beatles** und endet mit einem kraftvollen Finale von **Tina Turner**.

Freut euch auf Künstler wie:

**Steppenwolf • Argent • AC/DC • Van Halen • ZZ Top • Eric Clapton • Creedence Clearwater Revival • The Rolling Stones • The Kinks • Golden Earring • De Dijk • The Scene** und viele weitere.

Keine Remixe.
Kein endloses Gerede.
Nur zeitlose Rocksongs, die Generationen geprägt haben.

Kommt vorbei, tanzt, singt mit oder genießt einfach großartige Musik mit netten Leuten.

**Montag, 29. Juni**
**Grid Time: 13:00 - 15:00 Uhr**

📍 Teleport:
**hop://newlifeitaly.com:8002/NewLifeWelcome/298/142/45**

**DJ Yana Dakota**
Dreh die Lautstärke auf... Rock spricht für sich selbst.

AMV Explorers Club Travels to Club Escotia -Thurs July 2nd 12:30 - 2pm

Our first stop for the Explorers Club is the Fabulous Club Escotia!
It is owned by Clan & Webby Escotia and is the home base for Clans
music events! Join host Webby Escotia for a tour/exploration of
this unique multi-faceted music venue! Thurs July 2nd 12:30 - 2pm

Desy Graywolf will be leading the Explorer tour!

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/Club%20Escotia/128/128/2...

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Next stop is on July 16th 12:30 - 2pm When the AMV Explorers set a course for
California Dreaming owned by Julietta Chargers!

hop://alternatemetaverse.com:8002/California%20Dreaming/12...

Please send in your submissions so we can add you to the AMV Explorers Club List!