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Ebbe Linden Bear To Debut @ 2019 SL Christmas Expo

Linden Lab is doing its part to add to the Magic Of Christmas in Second Life, and help the American Cancer Society fight Childhood Cancer.   Already a partner in the fight against cancer, the Lab is joining in the Expo goal to provide at least $20,000 for VR Headsets for kids in treatment.

 

As already announced, Linden Lab will be revealing their 4th Edition of the coveted Linden Homes and taking part in the Lights Of Hope Holiday Home Decorating Contest.

 

And Now Even Bigger News!  Since becoming CEO in 2014 Ebbe Linden is the lone Linden without his own bear… until now!  A Very Special EBBE LINDEN BEAR will be available during the 2019 SL Christmas Expo for a L$250 donation to the American Cancer Society.   Linden Bear collectors take note!  The design of the bear will be revealed on Dec 5th at the opening of the Expo so do not miss out on this opportunity!

 

More Than 150 Merchants! Breedables! Entertainment! Linden Home Reveal! Don’t miss The All I Want For Christmas Kids Fashion Runway Show, Lights of Hope Christmas Decoration Show and HUGE Raffles, The 2019 SL Christmas Expo is the place to be!

 

Mark Your Calendars for Dec 5 – 15 and Believe in The Magic of Christmas!

 

The SL Christmas Expo is in support of the American Cancer Society and its Childhood Cancer programs.  For More Information visit http://slchristmasexpo.com or the ACS Campus in Second Life 

Press Release – 2019 SL Christmas Expo

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Believe in the Magic of Christmas
2019 SL Christmas Expo Now Accepting Merchants and Sponsors

Do you Believe in the Magic of Christmas? It may be the middle of summer but it’s time to think about Snow and Ice Skating, Decorating Houses, Holiday Store Fronts and that ‘right jolly old elf’ himself! It’s time to start planning your participation in “Believe in the Magic of Christmas”, the 9th Annual SL Christmas Expo, December 5th through the 15th, 2019. Supporting the American Cancer Society, the Christmas Expo is the premier holiday shopping and entertainment destination in Second Life. Sponsorships are already available for various levels at https://slchristmasexpo.com.

The Christmas Expo Mission: To Fight Childhood Cancer

Christmas is especially important to kids! Remember how big that tree was when you were small? Pictures with Santa? Listening for those reindeer on the roof?  Christmas Morning?! For kids Christmas is a Magical Season! And so, this year the Expo has a new mission. Together with the American Cancer Society and our partners at Linden Lab®, the expo will be supporting Childhood Cancer initiatives of The Society. All proceeds of the Expo will be directed to support research and palliative efforts to help children with cancer.

What’s Planned for the 2019 Christmas Expo?

Back again are:

  • more than 100 merchants,
  • Breedables and One-Of-A-Kind auctions,
  • nearly non-stop musical performances,
  • Gotchas and Hunts.
  • Christmas Trees, Ice Skating, Snowman Building Contest
  • Santa and Mrs. Claus and the Elves
  • The Holidays of Hope Ball.

Also back again is the popular Lights of Hope House Decorating Contest featuring homes built and decorated by some of Second Life’s best home builders! The event was introduced in 2018 and was one of the highlights of the 8th Annual Expo.

Linden Lab® Partners With The Expo to Help the American Cancer Society Fight Childhood Cancer!

But wait there is more! This year Linden Lab®, the Society’s partner in the fight against cancer, is joining the 9th Annual SL Christmas Expo. Not only will Linden Lab® be decorating Linden homes as part of the Lights Of Hope contest but the Expo will be the venue of the BIG REVEAL!  The long-anticipated ALL NEW Version 4 LINDEN HOMES will be UNVEILED at the Lights Of Hope!  Expo visitors will be treated with the newest premier member homes as well as some very VERY Special Linden surprises and incentives! (We can’t tell you now and spoil the Christmas Surprise can we?)

The thermometer may say it’s a heat wave, but the coolest event of the year is only a few short months away!  Do not miss out on Believe in The Magic of Christmas, the 2019 Second Life Christmas Expo, December 5th through the 15th, all in support of the American Cancer Society.

Give The Gift of Hope and Fight Childhood Cancer!

Sign up now for a store, shop or booth, and join some of Second Life’s premier merchants as a sponsor! For More Information visit https://slchristmasexpo.com or contact Nuala Maracas in world.

 

A Thank You From Kenya

So proud of everyone from the 2018 Christmas Expo!
Thank You For All You Did And Continue To Do!!

Thanks in large part to Relayers in Second Life, we’ve been able to launch the Patient Navigator program at KNH which in the last year has given FOUR THOUSAND Kenyans access to better information and assistance. Think about that number for a moment: four thousand people! Ask yourself how many family members they each have. How many friends and loved ones? There are tens of thousands of people in Kenya today whose lives are already better because of you.

Kristen Solt
Managing Director, Global Initiatives
American Cancer Society

2019 Registration Is Almost Here!

Ho Ho Ho…..keep an eye out for it!

Director, Global Stakeholder Engagement – Thank You To SL Christmas Expo

Dear Relayers,

I have been hearing about the incredible work you are doing in Second Life with the Christmas Expo, and your dedication to the critical mission of supporting the Patient Navigator Program at Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya. On behalf of our Key Partners at KNH, the entire American Cancer Society and of the people in Kenya whose lives will be immeasurably improved by your efforts, Thank You!

It seems to me so very appropriate that you come together as Relayers in this Holiday Season. The unifying theme of celebrations the world over at this time of year is one of hope in times of struggle. They are all about finding the light, nurturing it, protecting it when the dark of night is upon us. Each of you adds to that light, and together you are a bonfire – a beacon that Survivors and Caregivers around the world look to and which gives them the strength to continue their journey.

There is no greater gift.

With deep respect,

Kristen Solt
Director, Global Stakeholder Engagement
American Cancer Society

Gift Of Hope Hunt L$15,000 Prizes @ The Expo

Meet Hope and embark on a journey to learn about the Patient Navigator Program.  Turn on your media and listen to the story or read the notecards.  Collect all 10 presents and return to the Redemption Centre to choose a gift from one of 30 participating Expo Merchants.  Get a new hud and do the hunt again and choose another certificate.   Hunt runs until 7pm slt Sunday Dec 9 .

Read more here

Entertainment Line Up – Sat Dec 1 @ The Expo

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Saturday, December 1, 2018
Silly Christmas Hats & Antlers Day @ The Expo

  • 12pm to 2pm slt – The Dazzlers – Dance Troupe
  • 2pm to 4pm slt –    Relay Rap
  • 4pm to 7pm slt –   Trans Siberian Orchestra  – Tribute  Show
  • 7pm to 9pm slt –   Dianna Wycliffe – The Club’s L$2,000
    Silly Christmas Hats & Antlers Contest

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TP To The Holly Jolly Cafe

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN – BECOME A CHRISTMAS NAVIGATOR

Are you ready to register to become a Christmas Navigator and Give The Gift Of Hope?

Click Here For Merchant Information.   

Click here for Breedable Information

The 2018 Christmas Expo has been presented with a unique opportunity to Give The Gift of Hope to cancer patients in Sub-Saharan Africa by providing funding to the Kenyatta National Hospital Patient Navigator Program! Become a Christmas Navigator and help us Give The Gift Of Hope!

Early Registration Now Open For Returning Merchants

Are you ready to register and become a Christmas Navigator and Give The Gift Of Hope?

Click Here For Merchant Information.   

Click here for Breedable Information

The 2018 Christmas Expo has been presented with a unique opportunity to Give The Gift of Hope to cancer patients in Sub-Saharan Africa by providing funding to the Kenyatta National Hospital Patient Navigator Program!