Now Regular Office Hours at the Virtual Laboratory Training and Career Center (VLTCC)
The first week of February was an exciting week at the Virtual Laboratory Training and Career Center (VLTCC)! As the snow was falling in Maryland, I was preparing for my first day of virtual office hours. I am pleased to announce that Monday, February 1, 2021 was the first day for regular office hours in my 3D virtual laboratory in Kitely. This was indeed an exciting “What’s Next” for my vision to integrate real (physical) life into 3D immersive virtual worlds. Although I have been interacting within the 3D immersive virtual worlds community since 2008, the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing fueled the decision to establish regular virtual office and lab hours with the in-world assistance of my 3D avatar, “Sally Cherry”. Now colleagues, friends, and anyone interested in 3D immersive virtual worlds can visit for informal chats; technical discussions; virtual meet-ups; training sessions; and to learn more about my vision, "Real to Virtual; Virtual to Real". Snow, ice and physical distancing are indeed Not issues in the 3D virtual world community.

My first day of regular office hours was an information-sharing and “coaching” experience. I was delighted that Ilan Tochner, CEO and Co-Founder of Kitely stopped at VLTCC to discuss some technical issues. The technical information that he provided will definitely enhance the in-world experience of an VLTCC visitor. Thus, helping me to keep the VLTC Project moving forward. Speaking of visitors, I am "over the moon" thrilled that a real life public health colleague and friend, Dr. Jasmine Ward, CEO and Founder of Black Ladies in Public Health (BLiPH) was one of my first visitors. Dr. Ward logged in for the very first time to start her 3D virtual experience. It was a delight to introduce and welcome Dr. Ward to the innovative community of Kitely. Upon her “smooth” arrival, the Kitely Community Center was her first stop to get acquainted with navigating and interacting within the 3D immersive virtual world community.

The next stop was my most recent 3D immersive virtual building project which highlights real life “United Memories (UM)”, a digital COVID-19 memorial. Dr. Jasmine Ward conceived the idea to create and share a digital memorial of reverence dedicated to the Black community experiencing and looking back on the COVID19 pandemic. She recognized the urgent need for an innovative way to gather, grieve, and honor these Black lives lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. You are invited to learn more about my 3D immersive virtual world building project in the blog post and photo album entitled “3D Immersive Virtual Reflections of a Digital COVID-19 Memorial… The Real to Virtual; Virtual to Real integration of "United Memories".

The excitement did not stop there! The first week of virtual office (and lab) hours started the real life and in-world planning for the launch of monthly Virtual Health Meet-Ups and Medical Laboratory Professional Week 2021 at VLTCC. While it goes without saying that my “first week of regular office hours was a learning, skill building, and planning experience, I am going to say it anyway… It was a very “good” week at the 3D Virtual Laboratory Training and Career Center (VLTCC)

VLTCC Office Hours
Monday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm SLT
Wednesday: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm SLT
Thursday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm SLT
Please note: There is a consultation charge for training and coaching sessions.

Virtual Health Coalition (VHC) Monthly Meet-Ups: 2nd Wednesdays: 10:30 am - 2:00 pm SLT
The VHC Monthly Meet-Ups offer an opportunity to discuss relevant uses of 3D immersive virtual worlds in medical laboratory science, public health, healthcare, and science; to promote public health awareness; to share “lessons learned” in virtual health and medical education; and to network with colleagues and interested parties. If you have any questions or would like to present your virtual health, science or related project, contact Sally Cherry or email Real2Virtual2Real@gmail.com. Please note: Nonprofits and VHC Charter Members: No charge to present. There is a registration fee for consultants and For-Profit (Business) organizations. Requests to present at VHC Meet-Ups must be received at least two (2) weeks in advance unless otherwise noted.

You are invited to visit the Virtual Laboratory Training and Career Center (VLTCC) @ Kitely to learn more about my "Real to Virtual; Virtual to Real" integration projects, contact Sally Cherry or email real2virtual2real@gmail.com. Website: https://real2virtual2real.com

Announcing the start of Virtual Health Coalition (VHC) Monthly Meet-Ups
The Virtual Health Coalition (VHC) Monthly Meet-Up will be held on the second Wednesday of each month in Virtual Laboratory Training and Career Center (VLTCC) located in the Kitely. The first meet-Up is scheduled for Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at the VHC Amphitheater within VLTCC. The first presenter will be Dr. Jasmine Ward, Founder and CEO, Black Ladies in Public Health (BLiPH) and the visionary behind the real life digital COVID-19 memorial, United Memories.

The VHC Monthly Meet-Ups offer an opportunity to discuss relevant uses of 3D immersive virtual worlds in medical laboratory science, public health, healthcare, and science; to promote public health awareness; to share “lessons learned” in virtual health and medical education; and to network with colleagues and interested parties. If you have any questions, contact SallyCherry @ Kitely or email Real2Virtual2Real@gmail.com.

Next VHC Monthly Meet-Up
When: Wednesday February 10, 2021

Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm SLT

Where: Region: Virtual Laboratory Training and (72,662,22)
grid.kitely.com:8002:Kitely Virtual Laboratory Training and (72,662,22)
In Kitely with Firestorm, use Firestorm Hop:
hop://osgrid.kitely.com:8002/Virtual Laboratory Training and/72/662/22 (Map)

I look forward to seeing you at the Virtual Health Coalition (VHC) Monthly Meet-Ups.

Announcing the VLTCC Opening of... "3D Virtual Reflections of a Digital COVID-19 Memorial".
You are invited to visit the latest Real to Virtual; Virtual to Real integration project within the Virtual Laboratory Training and Career center (VLTCC) in Kitely... "3D Virtual Reflections of a Digital COVID-19 Memorial”. The 3D immersive virtual world project was created to share information about real life United Memories, a digital COVID-19 memorial honoring Black lives lost to COVID-19 in the United States. The real life COVID-19 memorial was created by the Founder and CEO of Black Ladies in Public Health, Dr. Jasmine Ward with other dynamic Black women from across the country who also serve as leaders in public health. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, these women have been investing their time, talents and treasures to organize and mobilize the community in a collaborative effort to develop United Memories. The real life United Memories website was launched to bring the names, faces and stories of the diverse community of Black people who lost their lives to COVID-19 in the United States to the forefront. It gives family members, friends, coworkers and colleagues an opportunity to share photos and stories of those lost to COVID19. The submission of related visual art, music, and poetry is encouraged. I applaud the vision, work and commitment of Dr. Ward and everyone involved especially the “Truth-Tellers” for pouring this cultural libation into the world as a ritual of recognition, honor, and remembrance.

The overall purpose of the 3D immersive virtual world building project was to share information about this powerful digital memorial. Throughout the building process, I found myself reflecting on the profound loss within the African-American community in the United States. The 3D immersive virtual world project serves as another way to grieve, reflect, and remember. It was an honor to build the "3D Immersive Virtual Reflections of a digital COVID-19 Memorial... United Memories" in remembrance of Black lives lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.

You are invited to browse the photo album for the 3D immersive virtual world building project entitled, “3D Virtual Reflections of a digital COVID-19 Memorial… the “Real to Virtual; Virtual to Real” integration of United Memories into a 3D Immersive Virtual World". You encouraged to visit the 3D immersive virtual world project located within VLTCC @ Kitely. To learn more about the real life United Memories, or submit information about a honoree; share uplifting artwork (or poetry) and/or know of resources to assist in the grieving process, visit the website at http://www.unitedmemories.com.

Photo album: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmU6yHHR

3D Immersive Virtual World Evangelist and Builder: Sally Cherry aka Sally S. Cherry, BS, MT(ASCP)
Email: real2virtual2real@gmail.com Website: http://virtualnetworkweaver.com

Creator Cris McCracken taking out the trash at Zombie Jungle - An immersive 3d Live action Zombie Hunting Game on Alternate Metaverse Grid. An Island far away, but not far enough fell victim to a toxic waste spill converting people, Jungle animals and even insects into hideous brain-sucking Zombies! Can you survive the Zombie Jungle??
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Zombie Jungle - An immersive 3d Live action Zombie Hunting Game on Alternate Metaverse Grid. An Island far away, but not far enough fell victim to a toxic waste spill converting people, Jungle animals and even insects into hideous brain-sucking Zombies! Can you survive the Zombie Jungle??
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DJ Kith's Summertime Blues Party tonite at 7:30!
Where: Ponchartrain Beach on Wyldwood Bayou (Rockin' the Blues)
When: 7:30 tonite after DJ Maia! [6 Feb 2021 19:30 SLT]
Rockin' the Blues and that sexy, crazy DJ Kith take you to Panchartrain Beach tonite at 7:30! You LOVE Rockin' the Blues' parties and you KNOW DJ Kith is gonna put on one hella good set blues favorites!! No body parties like the Blues Tribe..that be YOU so Get outta your jammies and into your sexy beachwear and join us for some laughter, friendship, sunshine...music and ALL THINGS GOOD AND HAPPY!!! We love ya!! See you here!!
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Looking for a party? DJ Dick Pinelli TONIGHT! At GasWorks 7PM
Feelin' rowdy? Want to let go on your Saturday night? DJ Dick Pinelli is here to carry the party to you! Dick has an amazing knack to play just the right song, to suit the moment, and he loves when there is a whole Saturday night full of moments! Always alive and rowdy, get that roadhouse feel tonight at your juke joint -- GasWorks with DJ Dick Pinelli

BAD INFLUENCE BURLESQUE TONIGHT 6-8pm

ONCE AGAIN IT IS TIME FOR THE BAD INFLUENCE BURLESQUE LOUNGE TO OPEN IT'S DOORS AND INVITE EVERYONE IN TONIGHT FOR A GRAND TIME. I HAVE ATTACHED AN INVITE WITH OUTFITS FOR WOMEN AND ALSO CUFF AND COLLARS FOR MEN ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS ADD THE BLACK PANTS AND SHOES FOR THE CHIPPENDALE LOOK. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE LATER

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DJ Maia on the BEACH at Ponchartrain tonite at 6:00!
Where: Ponchartrain Beach on Wyldwood Bayou (Rockin' the Blues)
When: 6:00 tonite [6 Feb 2021 18:00 SLT]
Live from Ponchartain Beach on Wyldwood Bayou, it's Saturday night! Wooohoo! And the fun continues, with bikinis, suntan oil and fabulous blues! Yes! We start our Saturday night with DJ Maia and her incredible Blues! Maia's got the rockin' touch on her blues and you love them! Tonite's a special set just for hot fun in the summertime no matter what season it is! Come on down to Ponchartrain Beach and party with us!
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DJ Phoenix! Bringin' the Blues HOT! GasWorks 5PM
Time for DJ Phoenix and Saturday night at GasWorks! DJ Phoenix has years of experience and time has added to his amazing library of the Blues. Phoenix likes to bring the Blues to you raw and rowdy, but also knows just the right times to pull it back a little soft and tender. Expect a perfect blend tonight at your Juke Joint -- GasWorks with DJ Phoenix

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Zombie Jungle - An immersive 3d Live action Zombie Hunting Game on Alternate Metaverse Grid. An Island far away, but not far enough fell victim to a toxic waste spill converting people, Jungle animals and even insects into hideous brain-sucking Zombies! Can you survive the Zombie Jungle??
Map Us: alternatemetaverse,com:8002:Zombie Jungle