Alexandrian Free Public Library

January 13, 2017

Of Mice, Men and Ready Player One

The Alexandrian Free Library in Second Life have a couple of literary book discussion events scheduled over the next fortnight. The books involved will be Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck and Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. Below are details of the events.

Sunday, 15 January, 2017

WELLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
Wellington Cultural Society Monthly Discussion
When: 1:00pm – 2:00pm SLT
Where: Wellington County Library, Polkadot
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Polkadot/162/193/97

Description: This month we discuss “Of Mice and Men” by John Steinbeck (originally published in 1937)

The compelling story of two outsiders striving to find their place in an unforgiving world. Drifters in search of work, George and his simple-minded friend Lennie have nothing in the world except each other and a dream–a dream that one day they will have some land of their own. Eventually they find work on a ranch in California’s Salinas Valley, but their hopes are doomed as Lennie, struggling against extreme cruelty, misunderstanding and feelings of jealousy, becomes a victim of his own strength. Tackling universal themes such as the friendship of a shared vision, and giving voice to America’s lonely and dispossessed, Of Mice and Men has proved one of Steinbeck’s most popular works, achieving success as a novel, a Broadway play and three acclaimed films. (Goodreads summary).

Join us for a relaxing hour.
Available in a variety of formats.

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October 1, 2015

Art Exhibits, Baroque Music And Ada Lovelace Day Courtesy Of Alexandrian Free Library in Second Life

The Alexandrian Free Library in Second Life is not a place, it’s a series of linked libraries and events who, well hold events ranging from book readings, music, art exhibitions and more. The agenda for the next couple of weeks is listed in this blog post.

Alexandrian Free Library Events – September 30 – October 13, 2015

ROCCA SORRENTINA
Exhibit: Discovering a Lost Kingdom
Where: Rocca Sorrentina Exhibit Hall, Rocca Sorrentina
When: August 30, 2015 – October 31, 2015
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Rocca%20Sorrentina/87/163/2801
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Description:
This exhibit introduces visitors to the Kingdom of Naples at its height during the late 18th century. As a cosmopolitan and dynamic society Naples was a focal point of European economic, cultural, and political activity, and its government was a leader in political reform up until the time of the French Revolution. The work of Neapolitan thinkers had considerable impact beyond the kingdom; its artists and musicians were sought after by royal and noble patrons throughout Europe; and the Kingdom was a commercial and manufacturing hub for the Mediterranean community.

Having been created in SL to be a part of the Kingdom of Naples, Rocca Sorrentina presents this exhibit as an overview of the people, events, ideas, and natural and man-made environment that made Naples so special in the late 18th century.

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January 22, 2015January 22, 2015

Forthcoming Events By The Alexandrian Free Library In Second Life

Regular readers of blog may be familiar with the fact that I’m a big fan of Storytelling and I’m happy to see quite a few storytelling groups in virtual worlds. Some are in Second Life, some go beyond Second Life’s borders but they all have a story to tell.

In this post I’m going to list some of the forthcoming events from The Alexandrian Free Library in Second Life. The Alexandrian Free Library is a community based group, supporting libraries in Second Life and their members come from lands such as :

Caledon, Winterfell, Steelhead, New Toulouse, New Babbage, Amatsu Shima, West of Ireland, Steeltopia, Deadwood, Al Andalus & Constantinople.

With that said, on with the forthcoming events :

Sunday, 25 January 2015

Philomena Public Library
Philomena Public Library Weekly Book Discussion Club
3:00pm – 4:00pm SLT
Where: Philomena Public Library
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bruda%20Plateau/15/38/57

Description:

A 1903 novel by Frank Norris set in the wheat speculation trading pits at the Chicago Board of Trade Building. Aspects of love, marriage and wealth are included. We get a glimpse of urban life in the early 1900’s.

You are invited to attend the informal discussion. We often assemble in 1900 – 1920 period clothing. We meet over tea and often talk over other topics as well. All are welcome to attend.

Reading Schedule:
January 25th: Chapters VII and VIII
February 1st: Chapters IX, X and Conclusion

A copy of the book can be found in the Town of Philomena Public Library.

Sunday, 25 January 2015

Philomena Public Library
Philomena Public Library – Oral Reading
4:00pm – 4:30pm SLT (immediately following the weekly Book Discussion)
Where: Philomena Public Library
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bruda%20Plateau/15/38/57

Description:

Skilled Sage and Bard Big Red will continue reading from Jules Verne’s “Master of the World.” This is a serialized book and will end with a cliff hanger each week. Red will also read a personal letter written by his uncle during the first world war circa 1916 – 1918.

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October 30, 2014

Alexandrian Free Library Events In Second Life October 29 – November 11, 2014

The Alexandrian Free Library consists of community-based libraries which have agreed to…

Support each other’s efforts.
Provide fully-permissioned info materials to their patrons and use Open Source scripting, in order to give maxium access to good information and good information tools.
Be right quick with tea and sympathy.

The libraries are scattered throughout Second Life and their collaborative work can be found in places such as :

Caledon
Winterfell
Steelhead
New Toulouse
New Babbage
Amatsu Shima
West of Ireland
Steeltopia
Deadwood
Al Andalus & Constantinople

Whereas there are many people involved a special thanks needs to be shouted out to JJ Drinkwater. The libraries not only offer the opportunity for people to explore literature and story telling in Second Life, they also offer people the opportunity to visit some fabulous locations and make new friends.

Upcoming events for the next fortnight are listed below.

ALEXANDRIAN FREE LIBRARY EVENTS
October 29 – November 11, 2014

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EVENTS OF THE FORTNIGHT
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Sunday, 2 November 2014

Town of Philomena
Philomena Public Library Weekly Book Discussion Club
Sunday, 2 November, 2014
3:00pm – 4:00pm SLT
Where: Philomena Public Library
http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bruda%20Plateau/15/38/57

Description:
We are currently reading “Riders of the Purple Sage” by Zane Grey

Jane Withersteen is a good Mormon woman trying to make a difference in her small community of Cottonwoods, Utah. She battles to overcome her persecution by members of her Mormon fundamentalist church, a leader of which, Elder Tull, wants to marry her for her vast inheritance. Enter Lassiter, a gentle-voiced, sad-faced gunslinger looking for answers to a long-ago past.

This book was written in 1912 and is considered the father of the western genre. It features gunslingers, cattle-rustlers and beautiful descriptions of the Southern Utah area.

You are invited to attend the informal discussion. We often assemble in 1900 – 1920 period clothing. We meet over tea and often talk over other topics as well. All are welcome to attend.

Schedule:

November 2: Chapters 22, 23 and wrap-up

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