Annah Decuir gallery show at the new Soho Gallery!

We're happy to announce the opening of the new Soho Gallery, and it's first show by artist Annah Decuir!

Annah is a very talented photographer, and her show includes gorgeous equestrian and nature images. Come check out her work! http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Bembecia/196/131/108

 

The new Soho Gallery, located on the South side of Virtual Soho

Above, Annah, on the right, setting up her show with the help of her friend Icon. Below, a few pics of the finished installation, (click on any image to see it enlarged.)

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Open Books - Open Minds: Ex Libris Reading Room now open in Soho

We are art and literature geeks, so it's only natural that we would include a great library in out beautiful Virtual Soho. Our collection is growing and includes some great short stories, sonnets and poetry. As the offerings continue to grow we are seeking submissions by SL writers to add to our "local" collection. These NC based works will also include a link to the writer's website or blog, so please contact Araminta Kroitschov if you would like to add your work to our library. Also, stop by and relax by the fire and read awhile.

Sweet Jasmine Sushi Restaurant is about to open!

Located up the hill, between the metal building (the one available with the awesome *FREE* rental opening Ara's been posting about,) and the new reading room, is one of our newest additions! SUSHI! Need I say more?

The new restaurant will seat up to 17 adults and two kids or teenies. There's a conveyor belt sushi bar, two large and two small booths, and an outdoor conversation area for three. 

It seems the only places to find free sushi are heaven and SL, and while ours goes back into hiding when you've finished your meal, animated chopsticks are complimentary with your dining experience, (gees, that sounded all official-like, hehe)

Here are some more pics for your viewing pleasure:

This is the awesome seating area out front of the restaurant. The poster on the wall of "Sushi Cat" is a screen print by artist Araminta Kroitschov (yes, THAT Araminta, hehe.) It's available for purchase in the restaurant for $200L. Just click it!

Enola and I testing out one of the large booths.

 

What to order, what to order...?

Ohhh, some of these!

 

Pandorah stopped by to check out the near-finished restaurant, and dressed for the occasion ;)

Panorah Ashende created the sushi sculpts for me, (all the sushi except the ones on the conveyor.) She has a wide variety of items available on the Marketplace and she's a pleasure to work with! Be sure to check her stuff out! 

 

Update:

There is now a sign on the front of the store (on the railing) which gives out the following free tee shirts:

 

 

Please take one and wear it in support of those in Japan who are suffering with the aftermath of the Earthquake and Tsunami! They're full perm, so give a copy to anyone you want, (but please do NOT sell them.)

Wouldn't you like it here?

Yeah you know you would! 

Here's the deal:

Two story metal front corner building available in virtual Soho, NY with roof-top access overlooking the park and city areas.

A partnership is desired over financial compensation for the right tenant.
*@*--We are offering an introductory 3 month free rental period with possible long-term negotiation for additional months at no charge.--*@*
Contact: Araminta Kroitschov with Proposal (see below).

The space:
2-story building (and additional roof and basement area) with elevator and option for a  front courtyard or garden space (this is currently a small urban playground). The building is located near a museum, retail shops and movie theater and is just down the street from the bar, other retail and residential areas. 100 prims (more available if needed - explain in your proposal if needed).

What we are looking for:
A highly innovative SL presence to be a part of our foundation of arts and culture in Soho, draw additional traffic and round out our community.

Types of businesses we would consider are related to: publications, the arts, services, cultural organizations, non-profits, and educational enterprises. *Emerging businesses or organizations encouraged to apply.*

Please drop Araminta Kroitschov a NC with details of your business and the following application:

**Application**

1. Your Avatar name:
2. Do you have a business partner? If so, what is your partner's name:
3. Business or organization name and length of time in SL:
4. Business or organization description and focus:
5. If you are an emerging business/organization, describe your development plans:
6. If you are an established business/organization, describe your current level of accomplishment and where you see yourself in the next year:
7. Describe why you think this opportunity would be beneficial:
8. Other comments:

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**NOTE: Two buildings are still in development next door to this space. They will be completed by 3/10/11

****Interior modifications possible in the metal building, please mention in your proposal.