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Scott Tolleson and I are very pleased to reveal in full our collaboration for Wondercon 2012: Tolly! Designed by Scott and brought to life in plushy Cavey form, each Tolly Cavey has been crafted by me in the A Little Stranger Studio, and accessorised with custom-made glasses and a little gold belt buckle. Tolly is a combination of Scotts last name and my first name: 'Tolleson' and 'Holly' and designed in Scott's distinctive style.
Tolly is £28/$45 and limited to just 30 pieces, each comes with a goody bag full of exclusive stickers and a collectible black version of the enamel Cavey badge.
If you are not attending Wondercon, don't fret! There are two ways to get your hands on Tolly:
Wondercon: 10 will be available on Scott Tolleson's booth at Wondercon, Anaheim, USA; booth 185. March 16-18, while stocks last! Tolly is $45 at the event.
Non-con: The remaining 20 Tolly's will be available in the Cavey shop for £28 on Monday March 19th 8pm London time (15:00 Eastern, 12:00 Pacific time. if you are unsure what time this is in your country use this time convertor.)
Night-time view of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND showing the IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
Good morning!!
Today new Animal Hats for Holala, Neo and Middie Blythe, they will be available today, in my etsy shop www.etsy.com/shop/dafnery at 4pm Spanish time (Madrid). You can check this link to know what time it is in your country www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html •
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
•Buenos días!!
Hoy a la 4 de la tarde, nuevos gorros de animales para Holala, Neo y Middie Blythe.
Estarán disponibles hoy en mi tienda de etsy a las 4pm en punto .
the 3rd gen ipod nano. it's tons better than the last ipod i used, a 4th gen ipod which is about to die on me. this nano is not mine though.
Daytime view of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND showing the IMAGINE PEACE TOWER, VISITORS CENTER, Jetty, Boats, Hot Air Balloon, Wish Tree & Spring Spa.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
I'd first heard of this airshow back in 2007. What I saw of the pictures that got sent around the little engineering office I worked in back then amazed me. Can you really go somewhere to watch F-5s and F-18s firing real 20mm rounds and not need a telescope to see them and camo to avoid being picked up by the police?
Seriously?
For one week a year in Switzerland, it turns out you can.
The Axalp Fliegerschiessen is a 4 day demonstration of the Swiss Air Force's firepower, that serves as a valuable training experience for the pilots and a pretty kickass show for the rest of us. Held in a valley in the Berner Oberland region of Switzerland, the day starts at the Axalp village (ca 1500m), and then begins a small stroll up to the top of the valley (a relaxing 800m climb). To do this properly, you have to start well before dawn and hike in the dark. The reward is a sunrise over the swiss alps and enough time for coffee, a quick snack and a breaky beer before the airshow. Brilliant.
If you are going to do this, do yourself a favour and don’t wimp out. Get up early, pipe yourself full of whatever gets you going in the morning and get walking! Sunrise is about 7,30 at that time of year, meaning if you want to be setup for the golden hour, you want to be at the ATC tower by 7am. It takes ~3 hours to get up there if you don’t use the chairlift.. do the maths!! I promise though that if the weather plays ball, you will be rewarded with a stunning sunrise over the valleys. Its a treat that is worth hiking up for in the dark just for that view. Whilst its not why you are making the accent, pack a landscape wide angle lens with a lightweight tripod as well. As there is plenty of fenceline at the top, you could get away with a gorilla pod type setup if you wanted.
The only way up to the village is via the tiny little access road. The width for this road never seems to become two lanes wide but there are plenty of passing spots along the way. In the week we were there we shared the road with cars, push bikes, trucks, busses, a herd of cows and a couple of tractors. Just be sure to take it very carefully, especially around the frequent blind corners. If in doubt, just catch the bus.
As of 2010 they have changed the rules on access to the village - Private cars are no longer allowed access to the village between 0500 and 2100 on the Wednesday and the Thursday. I don’t know what happens if you turn up before 5am with respect to parking, but we saw a few campervans that had setup in one of the village carparks. We did the easy thing and rented a small chalet apartment for the week, which was surprisingly cheap when split amongst a few friends.
The path up is well signposted and even in the pitch darkness of 5am there are plenty of people about pointing you in the right direction. That being said a map will never hurt you. If you have an iPhone then the excellent official Swiss Map app is well worth buying and will give you moving maps at 1:25000 res. Generally I always hike with a paper map as well and think that it’s bad practice not to, and there are plenty, including some free ones, that will cover you here. Some places suggest going up through the valley on the way up - we didn’t try that this time, but we did descend through it. Its very steep but far less crowded, which is the biggest problem on the main route. It is stunning in the afternoon sun as well, looks like its taken out of Lord of the Rings, especially with the little hut half way along. Just be carful on the decent and zig zag to loose height rather than just heading straight down.
A common theme you will hear about the event is the weather. Its mid autumn, 2km up - think about it!! It is going to be cold, even with the sun shining, and there’s a reasonable chance that the show will be shortened or cancelled if the weather even looks like it will turn. I think that now they are starting to charge for it they are less likely to cancel it due to bad weather in the valley (so it is less dependent on the VIPs being able to get up and back by helis) but this isn’t confirmed. Take decent shoes with good support. Take cold weather gear - think about thermals, beanies, gloves, etc. Sunscreen isn’t a bad idea either. A spare t-shirt is a good idea as well as you'll be sweating a bit at the top. Just think about it and don't be stupid - anyone that’s in reasonable fitness (say climb 3 flights of stairs reasonably quickly and not be falling over out of breath) and that wants to can make it. Just use your head and think to make sure that its not an uncomfortable trip.
Photo gear wise you really want to make some calls up front on this. Chasing the planes at entry and exit needs 500mm+, but panning the fast passes, especially the flare releases, wants something wider, maybe 50-80mm. A lot of people there were with the Canon 100-400 (me included) which is a reasonable compromise that will let you cover a lot of the action - and a damm good lens as well. Ideally two bodies with say 100-400 and a 24-105 (or the nikon/sony/pentax/etc equivalents) would cover almost everything. Interestingly enough there were a few people there with 5D2s set up for video, mostly with very wide lenses.
If you haven’t booked a chalet, the queue for the busses to get down will be long, and don’t for a minute think it will be otherwise. My advice would be not to rush to get off the mountain but to stick around and have a beer and a bite to eat before joining the melee for the busses. Don’t forget to enjoy the scenery!
Resources/Links:
Official Swiss Air Force Site:
Maps:
Brienz 1:25000 (Swiss Topo Landeskarte 1209)
Interlaken Hiking map (free but no contours, unknown scale)
www.interlaken.ch/fileadmin/user_upload/bilder_cams_karte...
Axalp Webcam:
bildersammlung.ch/brienz-axalp-bahn-live-wetter-webcam-sc...
Shows the top of the chairlift that is open on show days. Note that this is ~300m below the viewing area and on the other side of the valley. Use it as a guide only - this can be covered in cloud and fog but the top will be clear. Flying is dependent on both the planes and the VIP helis being able to take off and land, as well as the weather at the top.
Sunrise Calculator:
Night-time view of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND showing the IMAGINE PEACE TOWER, VISITORS CENTER, Jetty, Boats, Hot Air Balloon, Wish Tree & Spring Spa.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
Night-time view of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND showing the IMAGINE PEACE TOWER, VISITORS CENTER, Jetty, Boats, Hot Air Balloon, Wish Tree & Spring Spa.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
www.heycavey.com/releases/cavey-x-scott-tolleson-tolly-ca...
Scott Tolleson and I are very pleased to reveal in full our collaboration for Wondercon 2012: Tolly! Designed by Scott and brought to life in plushy Cavey form, each Tolly Cavey has been crafted by me in the A Little Stranger Studio, and accessorised with custom-made glasses and a little gold belt buckle. Tolly is a combination of Scotts last name and my first name: 'Tolleson' and 'Holly' and designed in Scott's distinctive style.
Tolly is £28/$45 and limited to just 30 pieces, each comes with a goody bag full of exclusive stickers and a collectible black version of the enamel Cavey badge.
If you are not attending Wondercon, don't fret! There are two ways to get your hands on Tolly:
Wondercon: 10 will be available on Scott Tolleson's booth at Wondercon, Anaheim, USA; booth 185. March 16-18, while stocks last! Tolly is $45 at the event.
Non-con: The remaining 20 Tolly's will be available in the Cavey shop for £28 on Monday March 19th 8pm London time (15:00 Eastern, 12:00 Pacific time. if you are unsure what time this is in your country use this time convertor.)
This is Rådhuspladsen (City Hall Square). City Hall is the building on the right and the building on the left is the Palace Hotel. The tower at City Hall houses Jens Olsen's World Clock.
I am approaching Passport Control. Simply love this map above the Passport Control area at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi airport! I passed through this twice on this trip, once on my way to Siem Reap, and a second time on my way to Bangalore, India. (Bangkok, Thailand, Oct. 2008)
At Monsieur Zu Haute couture atelier
on Tuesday British Time 8 pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/city.html?n=136
as a talented painter selects for Autumn the deepest and full bodied colours of his palette so Monsieur Zu prefers the richest and warmest colours of the nature for his autumn collection
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky"
Saturday May 18th 2013
5:00pm to 10:00pm
"Springtime Cherry Blossom theme Cocktail Party"
Spring Time Cherry Blossom drink themes of the night include:
P.I.N.K. Vodka from the Netherlands
Pinnacle Whipped Cherry Vodka from France
Fris Cherry Vodka from Denmark
Pink Champagne - Sparkling Australian Wine by Yellowglen
Ginjo, Chiku Bai (Pine Bamboo Plum), Rice Sake from California
Cherry Wheat Beer - Samuel Adams Beer from Boston Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cran-Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
No cover
Invite Only
If you would like to bring something --- bring a spring surprise of what you like or more of what you see listed above
Color theme: since we are celebrating the beauty of spring and cherry blossoms wear something pink / purple
RYANISLAND Films and dj/vj will show brand new films of The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. set to electronic house music along with some Japanese Jpop hit videos Reni Reni Mimura, Max, E-Z-O, and your music video requests throughout the night.
Spring Cherry and pink free gifts for guest (limited quantities)
Collection of reasons to celebrate include:
First Day of Spring 03/20
National Cherry Blossom Festival (friendship with Japan) 101st Anniversary 03/27
Joel Keane Birthday 04/08
Ulises Gonzales Birthday 04/19
Lovari Birthday 04/24
Khalid Rivera Birthday 05/01
Marriage Equality in Delaware 05/07
Richard DeFonzo Birthday 05/11
Tym Moss Birthday 05/11
Mothers Day 05/12
Lalit Baja Birthday 05/13
Lady Clover Honey Birthday 05/16
Kelly Ryan Graduates S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton 05/18
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky" 05/18
Lisa Matus Birthday 05/23
Ryan Janek Wolowski Birthday 05/25
Marco A. Manosalva Birthday 05/27
Memorial Day 05/27
Shane Kathy Pappas Birthday 06/12
R. Sky Palkowitz (The Delusional Diva) Birthday 06/14 and she is visiting NYC from Hollywood California for the first time since 2011
First Day of summer is coming in 34 days on 06/21
Weather forecast for Saturday May 18th 2013
www.weather.com/weather/tenday/New+York+NY+10001:4:US
Sunset will take place on May 18th t 8:09pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=179
Photos from the First Annual Spring Cherry Blossom Rooftop Gathering of 2012
www.flickr.com/photos/ryanisland/sets/72157631538214172/w...
Video
New York City, USA, North America
05/18/2013
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky"
Saturday May 18th 2013
5:00pm to 10:00pm
"Springtime Cherry Blossom theme Cocktail Party"
Spring Time Cherry Blossom drink themes of the night include:
P.I.N.K. Vodka from the Netherlands
Pinnacle Whipped Cherry Vodka from France
Fris Cherry Vodka from Denmark
Pink Champagne - Sparkling Australian Wine by Yellowglen
Ginjo, Chiku Bai (Pine Bamboo Plum), Rice Sake from California
Cherry Wheat Beer - Samuel Adams Beer from Boston Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cran-Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
No cover
Invite Only
If you would like to bring something --- bring a spring surprise of what you like or more of what you see listed above
Color theme: since we are celebrating the beauty of spring and cherry blossoms wear something pink / purple
RYANISLAND Films and dj/vj will show brand new films of The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. set to electronic house music along with some Japanese Jpop hit videos Reni Reni Mimura, Max, E-Z-O, and your music video requests throughout the night.
Spring Cherry and pink free gifts for guest (limited quantities)
Collection of reasons to celebrate include:
First Day of Spring 03/20
National Cherry Blossom Festival (friendship with Japan) 101st Anniversary 03/27
Joel Keane Birthday 04/08
Ulises Gonzales Birthday 04/19
Lovari Birthday 04/24
Khalid Rivera Birthday 05/01
Marriage Equality in Delaware 05/07
Richard DeFonzo Birthday 05/11
Tym Moss Birthday 05/11
Mothers Day 05/12
Lalit Baja Birthday 05/13
Lady Clover Honey Birthday 05/16
Kelly Ryan Graduates S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton 05/18
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky" 05/18
Lisa Matus Birthday 05/23
Ryan Janek Wolowski Birthday 05/25
Marco A. Manosalva Birthday 05/27
Memorial Day 05/27
Shane Kathy Pappas Birthday 06/12
R. Sky Palkowitz (The Delusional Diva) Birthday 06/14 and she is visiting NYC from Hollywood California for the first time since 2011
First Day of summer is coming in 34 days on 06/21
Weather forecast for Saturday May 18th 2013
www.weather.com/weather/tenday/New+York+NY+10001:4:US
Sunset will take place on May 18th t 8:09pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=179
Photos from the First Annual Spring Cherry Blossom Rooftop Gathering of 2012
www.flickr.com/photos/ryanisland/sets/72157631538214172/w...
Video
New York City, USA, North America
05/18/2013
Night-time view of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND showing the IMAGINE PEACE TOWER, VISITORS CENTER, Jetty, Boats, Hot Air Balloon, Wish Tree & Spring Spa.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
Anyway...
The daylight time has gained over an hour since winter solstice, so we're getting there! :-)
Daytime view of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND showing VISITORS CENTER, Jetty, Boats, Hot Air Balloon & Wish Tree.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky"
Saturday May 18th 2013
5:00pm to 10:00pm
"Springtime Cherry Blossom theme Cocktail Party"
Spring Time Cherry Blossom drink themes of the night include:
P.I.N.K. Vodka from the Netherlands
Pinnacle Whipped Cherry Vodka from France
Fris Cherry Vodka from Denmark
Pink Champagne - Sparkling Australian Wine by Yellowglen
Ginjo, Chiku Bai (Pine Bamboo Plum), Rice Sake from California
Cherry Wheat Beer - Samuel Adams Beer from Boston Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cran-Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
No cover
Invite Only
If you would like to bring something --- bring a spring surprise of what you like or more of what you see listed above
Color theme: since we are celebrating the beauty of spring and cherry blossoms wear something pink / purple
RYANISLAND Films and dj/vj will show brand new films of The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. set to electronic house music along with some Japanese Jpop hit videos Reni Reni Mimura, Max, E-Z-O, and your music video requests throughout the night.
Spring Cherry and pink free gifts for guest (limited quantities)
Collection of reasons to celebrate include:
First Day of Spring 03/20
National Cherry Blossom Festival (friendship with Japan) 101st Anniversary 03/27
Joel Keane Birthday 04/08
Ulises Gonzales Birthday 04/19
Lovari Birthday 04/24
Khalid Rivera Birthday 05/01
Marriage Equality in Delaware 05/07
Richard DeFonzo Birthday 05/11
Tym Moss Birthday 05/11
Mothers Day 05/12
Lalit Baja Birthday 05/13
Lady Clover Honey Birthday 05/16
Kelly Ryan Graduates S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton 05/18
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky" 05/18
Lisa Matus Birthday 05/23
Ryan Janek Wolowski Birthday 05/25
Marco A. Manosalva Birthday 05/27
Memorial Day 05/27
Shane Kathy Pappas Birthday 06/12
R. Sky Palkowitz (The Delusional Diva) Birthday 06/14 and she is visiting NYC from Hollywood California for the first time since 2011
First Day of summer is coming in 34 days on 06/21
Weather forecast for Saturday May 18th 2013
www.weather.com/weather/tenday/New+York+NY+10001:4:US
Sunset will take place on May 18th t 8:09pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=179
Photos from the First Annual Spring Cherry Blossom Rooftop Gathering of 2012
www.flickr.com/photos/ryanisland/sets/72157631538214172/w...
Photo
New York City, USA, North America
05/18/2013
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Second Life - with leaping dolphin.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
The disk was only 2.9% illuminated this morning. The days are so short now that dawn-glow was clearly visible by moonrise at 3:30 AM. This was shot a little after 4 AM.
There is a cool web site that indicates the moonrise and set times, the phases and the percent of the disk that is illuminated. Here it be...
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?obj=moon&am...
The photograph captures the iconic Urania-Weltzeituhr, a unique landmark in Berlin. The clock's design is striking, with its spherical shape and numerous city names indicating the time in different locations worldwide. The image is taken from a slightly low angle, emphasizing the clock's height and complexity. The clear blue sky and the presence of construction cranes add to the urban feel of the scene.
At left you see the Berolinahaus. The Berolina house was built 1930-32, designed by Peter Behrens. After it was damaged in World War II, it was restored simplified 1950.
The tall building behind the entrance to the U-Bahn Alexanderplatz, the Park Inn. The Park Inn Berlin-Alexanderplatz is the tallest building and the eleventh tallest structure in Berlin.
The Urania - Worldclock at Alexanderplatz is a clock system with a symbolic representation of the world at the Berlin Alexanderplatz. It contains the names of 148 cities. Since its establishment, the World Time Clock one of the most popular meeting places in Berlin. The 16-ton world time clock was designed by Eric John, who was that time a lecturer at the College of Fine and Applied Arts in Berlin. (1969)
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky"
Saturday May 18th 2013
5:00pm to 10:00pm
"Springtime Cherry Blossom theme Cocktail Party"
Spring Time Cherry Blossom drink themes of the night include:
P.I.N.K. Vodka from the Netherlands
Pinnacle Whipped Cherry Vodka from France
Fris Cherry Vodka from Denmark
Pink Champagne - Sparkling Australian Wine by Yellowglen
Ginjo, Chiku Bai (Pine Bamboo Plum), Rice Sake from California
Cherry Wheat Beer - Samuel Adams Beer from Boston Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cran-Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
No cover
Invite Only
If you would like to bring something --- bring a spring surprise of what you like or more of what you see listed above
Color theme: since we are celebrating the beauty of spring and cherry blossoms wear something pink / purple
RYANISLAND Films and dj/vj will show brand new films of The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. set to electronic house music along with some Japanese Jpop hit videos Reni Reni Mimura, Max, E-Z-O, and your music video requests throughout the night.
Spring Cherry and pink free gifts for guest (limited quantities)
Collection of reasons to celebrate include:
First Day of Spring 03/20
National Cherry Blossom Festival (friendship with Japan) 101st Anniversary 03/27
Joel Keane Birthday 04/08
Ulises Gonzales Birthday 04/19
Lovari Birthday 04/24
Khalid Rivera Birthday 05/01
Marriage Equality in Delaware 05/07
Richard DeFonzo Birthday 05/11
Tym Moss Birthday 05/11
Mothers Day 05/12
Lalit Baja Birthday 05/13
Lady Clover Honey Birthday 05/16
Kelly Ryan Graduates S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton 05/18
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky" 05/18
Lisa Matus Birthday 05/23
Ryan Janek Wolowski Birthday 05/25
Marco A. Manosalva Birthday 05/27
Memorial Day 05/27
Shane Kathy Pappas Birthday 06/12
R. Sky Palkowitz (The Delusional Diva) Birthday 06/14 and she is visiting NYC from Hollywood California for the first time since 2011
First Day of summer is coming in 34 days on 06/21
Weather forecast for Saturday May 18th 2013
www.weather.com/weather/tenday/New+York+NY+10001:4:US
Sunset will take place on May 18th t 8:09pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=179
Photos from the First Annual Spring Cherry Blossom Rooftop Gathering of 2012
www.flickr.com/photos/ryanisland/sets/72157631538214172/w...
Photo
New York City, USA, North America
05/18/2013
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky"
Saturday May 18th 2013
5:00pm to 10:00pm
"Springtime Cherry Blossom theme Cocktail Party"
Spring Time Cherry Blossom drink themes of the night include:
P.I.N.K. Vodka from the Netherlands
Pinnacle Whipped Cherry Vodka from France
Fris Cherry Vodka from Denmark
Pink Champagne - Sparkling Australian Wine by Yellowglen
Ginjo, Chiku Bai (Pine Bamboo Plum), Rice Sake from California
Cherry Wheat Beer - Samuel Adams Beer from Boston Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cran-Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
No cover
Invite Only
If you would like to bring something --- bring a spring surprise of what you like or more of what you see listed above
Color theme: since we are celebrating the beauty of spring and cherry blossoms wear something pink / purple
RYANISLAND Films and dj/vj will show brand new films of The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. set to electronic house music along with some Japanese Jpop hit videos Reni Reni Mimura, Max, E-Z-O, and your music video requests throughout the night.
Spring Cherry and pink free gifts for guest (limited quantities)
Collection of reasons to celebrate include:
First Day of Spring 03/20
National Cherry Blossom Festival (friendship with Japan) 101st Anniversary 03/27
Joel Keane Birthday 04/08
Ulises Gonzales Birthday 04/19
Lovari Birthday 04/24
Khalid Rivera Birthday 05/01
Marriage Equality in Delaware 05/07
Richard DeFonzo Birthday 05/11
Tym Moss Birthday 05/11
Mothers Day 05/12
Lalit Baja Birthday 05/13
Lady Clover Honey Birthday 05/16
Kelly Ryan Graduates S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton 05/18
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky" 05/18
Lisa Matus Birthday 05/23
Ryan Janek Wolowski Birthday 05/25
Marco A. Manosalva Birthday 05/27
Memorial Day 05/27
Shane Kathy Pappas Birthday 06/12
R. Sky Palkowitz (The Delusional Diva) Birthday 06/14 and she is visiting NYC from Hollywood California for the first time since 2011
First Day of summer is coming in 34 days on 06/21
Weather forecast for Saturday May 18th 2013
www.weather.com/weather/tenday/New+York+NY+10001:4:US
Sunset will take place on May 18th t 8:09pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=179
Photos from the First Annual Spring Cherry Blossom Rooftop Gathering of 2012
www.flickr.com/photos/ryanisland/sets/72157631538214172/w...
Photo
New York City, USA, North America
05/18/2013
Daytime view of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND showing VISITORS CENTER, Jetty, Boats, Hot Air Balloon & Wish Tree.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
‘I dedicate this light tower to John Lennon.
My love for you is forever.’
Yoko Ono
‘Imagine all the people living life in peace’
John Lennon
‘A dream you dream alone is only a dream.
A dream you dream together is reality.’
Yoko Ono
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
9 OCTOBER 2009
On Friday 9th October 2009, Yoko Ono will be in Iceland for the annual lighting of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
Later the same evening, at 10.30pm (Reykjavik time), Yoko will unveil a new IMAGINE PEACE TOWER on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND in Second Life, an online virtual world.
You are invited to join us on IMAGINE PEACE TOWER ISLAND for this event.
SECOND LIFE
Second Life is the internet’s largest user-created 3D virtual world community, designed and built by its inhabitants.
It’s an online universe brimming with people and possibilities: a place to connect, shop, work, love, explore, and just be.
You can find out more about it here.
Membership is free.
GET STARTED
Sign up to Second Life here.
Download the necessary software for your PC or Mac here.
That’s it! You’re ready to enter Second Life.
There’s an easy and very helpful guide to getting started here.
Once you have entered Second Life, you will find IMAGINE PEACE TOWER Island here.
UNVEILING: WORLDWIDE DATES AND TIMES
The unveiling ceremony will begin at approximately the following dates and times:
Oct 9th 02.30pm Anchorage
Oct 9th 03.30pm Los Angeles
Oct 9th 04.30pm Guatemala
Oct 9th 05.30pm Chicago
Oct 9th 06.30pm New York, Montreal & Toronto
Oct 9th 07.30pm Rio de Janeiro
Oct 9th 10.30pm Reykjavik
Oct 9th 11.30pm Liverpool & London
Oct 10th 00.30am Europe
Oct 10th 01.30am Baghdad
Oct 10th 02.30am Moscow
Oct 10th 03.30am Karachi
Oct 10th 04.30am Dhaka
Oct 10th 05.30am Bangkok
Oct 10th 06.30am Shanghai
Oct 10th 07.30am Tokyo
Oct 10th 08.30am Sydney
Oct 10th 09.30am Vladivostok
Oct 10th 10.30am Suva
Oct 10th 11.30am Auckland
Oct 10th 12.30pm Kiritimati
You can check what time the event will be happening here.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
LIGHTING UP TIMES AFTER THE CEREMONY
After the opening ceremony, the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER will begin its cycle of illumination approximately 15 minutes after sunset on every Second Life day and will remain illuminated until dawn. The days are much shorter in Second Life than in the real world. Sunset happens in Second Life every day at the following times, both am and pm:
01.30, 05.30, 09.30: Chicago, Baghdad, Bangkok, Vladivostok
02.30, 06.30, 10.30: Anchorage, Montreal, Toronto, Reykjavik, Moscow, Shanghai, Suva
03.30, 07.30, 11.30: Los Angeles, Rio de Janiero, Liverpool, London, Karachi, Tokyo, Auckland
04.30, 08.30, 12.30: Guatemala, Europe, Dhaka, Sydney, Kiritimati
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER IN SECOND LIFE
When you arrive at the island, you will first visit the VISITORS CENTER.
IN THE VISITORS CENTER:
ONOCHORD DOCUMENTARY FILM
explains more of the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s ONOCHORD.
ONOCHORD TORCHES
are to hold in your hand and flash “i ii iii” (I love you) to one another.
ONOCHORD POSTCARDS
are to explain the message and send to your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER DOCUMENTARY
explains the history and philosophy of Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER.
IMAGINE PEACE POSTCARDS, BUTTONS, T-SHIRTS etc
are free and for you to share with your friends.
IMAGINE PEACE & IMAGINE PEACE TOWER BOOKS
are available to read in the VISITORS CENTER.
WISH TREES
Outside the VISITORS CENTER and around the island you will find WISH TREES.
Make a WISH and your wish will also be sent to the real life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Iceland.
BOAT RIDES
Also outside the VISITORS CENTER are some boats in which you can travel around the island.
CONTROL PANEL
These are stationed around the island, and enable various modes of dancing as well as teleporting you to different vantage points on and above the island:
IMAGINE PEACE TOWER WISHING WELL
The wishing well of IMAGINE PEACE TOWER consists of white panels inscribed with the words IMAGINE PEACE in 24 different languages
CLOUDS
There are 4 CLOUDS – at 125m, 225m, 300m and 500m. Inspired by the writings from Yoko’s GRAPEFRUIT and her album artwork for IMAGINE and LIVE PEACE IN TORONTO, these are platforms where you can take in the view, meet, talk and dance, while clouds magically form under your feet. You can fly or teleport between these platforms using the CONTROL PANEL, and from the top platform, you can take a parachute jump back down to the base and enjoy the view.
HOT SPRING SPA
Volcanic springs are common in Iceland. In fact, the real IMAGINE PEACE TOWER is entirely run on Geothermal Energy – from naturally occurring hot water. Here is a place to meditate, unwind and enjoy the view.
HOT AIR BALLOON
Inspired by John and Yoko’s film ‘Apotheosis” (which was all filmed from a hot air balloon) you can take a ride around the island on the IMAGINE PEACE balloon.
LINKS
Beginning October 9th you can find the Second Life IMAGINE PEACE TOWER here.
More information about the real world IMAGINE PEACE TOWER
More information about Yoko Ono’s WISH TREES
More information on SL Developer Herzog-Brenham
Original article: ROLE magazine (Oct 2009)
Pair of the clock in Budapest Technical Study Stores (see in my comment below).
Castle of Vay Ádám, Vaja
Vaja is an old settlement: historians found the first record about the village in a document from the end of the 13th century. The former Vay castle was built in Renaissance style, now it houses the Vay Ádám Museum. It is worth seeing the exhibition on Rákóczi and Rákóczi's War of Independence. In 1703 Rákóczi had a discussion on the starting of the war of independence with Ádám Vay in the Rákóczi room on the second floor and later he had a talk with General Pálffy about the conditions of a possible peace treaty in the same place. The fresco on the ceiling of the room shows how Titusz Vay rescued King Sigismund in the battle of Nikapol (1396). There is a Kuruts gallery of sculptures in the park of the castle. The Calvinist church was built in the 14th century, it is of Gothic origin, the tower is from 1824. The grave and obelisk of Ádám Vay, the marshal of Ferenc Rákóczi II., can be seen in front of it. The house of the Regional Traditions is situated in a peasant-house built in the second half of the 19th century. Near the village you can find the Lake of Vaja, or Old-Lake.
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky"
Saturday May 18th 2013
5:00pm to 10:00pm
"Springtime Cherry Blossom theme Cocktail Party"
Spring Time Cherry Blossom drink themes of the night include:
P.I.N.K. Vodka from the Netherlands
Pinnacle Whipped Cherry Vodka from France
Fris Cherry Vodka from Denmark
Pink Champagne - Sparkling Australian Wine by Yellowglen
Ginjo, Chiku Bai (Pine Bamboo Plum), Rice Sake from California
Cherry Wheat Beer - Samuel Adams Beer from Boston Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cran-Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
No cover
Invite Only
If you would like to bring something --- bring a spring surprise of what you like or more of what you see listed above
Color theme: since we are celebrating the beauty of spring and cherry blossoms wear something pink / purple
RYANISLAND Films and dj/vj will show brand new films of The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. set to electronic house music along with some Japanese Jpop hit videos Reni Reni Mimura, Max, E-Z-O, and your music video requests throughout the night.
Spring Cherry and pink free gifts for guest (limited quantities)
Collection of reasons to celebrate include:
First Day of Spring 03/20
National Cherry Blossom Festival (friendship with Japan) 101st Anniversary 03/27
Joel Keane Birthday 04/08
Ulises Gonzales Birthday 04/19
Lovari Birthday 04/24
Khalid Rivera Birthday 05/01
Marriage Equality in Delaware 05/07
Richard DeFonzo Birthday 05/11
Tym Moss Birthday 05/11
Mothers Day 05/12
Lalit Baja Birthday 05/13
Lady Clover Honey Birthday 05/16
Kelly Ryan Graduates S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton 05/18
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky" 05/18
Lisa Matus Birthday 05/23
Ryan Janek Wolowski Birthday 05/25
Marco A. Manosalva Birthday 05/27
Memorial Day 05/27
Shane Kathy Pappas Birthday 06/12
R. Sky Palkowitz (The Delusional Diva) Birthday 06/14 and she is visiting NYC from Hollywood California for the first time since 2011
First Day of summer is coming in 34 days on 06/21
Weather forecast for Saturday May 18th 2013
www.weather.com/weather/tenday/New+York+NY+10001:4:US
Sunset will take place on May 18th t 8:09pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=179
Photos from the First Annual Spring Cherry Blossom Rooftop Gathering of 2012
www.flickr.com/photos/ryanisland/sets/72157631538214172/w...
Photo
New York City, USA, North America
05/18/2013
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky"
Saturday May 18th 2013
5:00pm to 10:00pm
"Springtime Cherry Blossom theme Cocktail Party"
Spring Time Cherry Blossom drink themes of the night include:
P.I.N.K. Vodka from the Netherlands
Pinnacle Whipped Cherry Vodka from France
Fris Cherry Vodka from Denmark
Pink Champagne - Sparkling Australian Wine by Yellowglen
Ginjo, Chiku Bai (Pine Bamboo Plum), Rice Sake from California
Cherry Wheat Beer - Samuel Adams Beer from Boston Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
Ocean Spray Cran-Cherry Juice - from Massachusetts
No cover
Invite Only
If you would like to bring something --- bring a spring surprise of what you like or more of what you see listed above
Color theme: since we are celebrating the beauty of spring and cherry blossoms wear something pink / purple
RYANISLAND Films and dj/vj will show brand new films of The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. set to electronic house music along with some Japanese Jpop hit videos Reni Reni Mimura, Max, E-Z-O, and your music video requests throughout the night.
Spring Cherry and pink free gifts for guest (limited quantities)
Collection of reasons to celebrate include:
First Day of Spring 03/20
National Cherry Blossom Festival (friendship with Japan) 101st Anniversary 03/27
Joel Keane Birthday 04/08
Ulises Gonzales Birthday 04/19
Lovari Birthday 04/24
Khalid Rivera Birthday 05/01
Marriage Equality in Delaware 05/07
Richard DeFonzo Birthday 05/11
Tym Moss Birthday 05/11
Mothers Day 05/12
Lalit Baja Birthday 05/13
Lady Clover Honey Birthday 05/16
Kelly Ryan Graduates S.U.N.Y. at Binghamton 05/18
2nd Annual Spring Gathering "Blossoms in the Sky" 05/18
Lisa Matus Birthday 05/23
Ryan Janek Wolowski Birthday 05/25
Marco A. Manosalva Birthday 05/27
Memorial Day 05/27
Shane Kathy Pappas Birthday 06/12
R. Sky Palkowitz (The Delusional Diva) Birthday 06/14 and she is visiting NYC from Hollywood California for the first time since 2011
First Day of summer is coming in 34 days on 06/21
Weather forecast for Saturday May 18th 2013
www.weather.com/weather/tenday/New+York+NY+10001:4:US
Sunset will take place on May 18th t 8:09pm
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/astronomy.html?n=179
Photos from the First Annual Spring Cherry Blossom Rooftop Gathering of 2012
www.flickr.com/photos/ryanisland/sets/72157631538214172/w...
Photo
New York City, USA, North America
05/18/2013