This Week at Port Novem

Just to remind you, we have DJs on Wednesdays through Fridays, so here's the schedule for this week, and the fare being offered up for your listening and dancing pleasure:

• DJ Dybbuk is back on Wednesday, Nov. 12th, 7-9pm SL, spinning tunes from his embarrassingly extensive collection of New Wave music
• Thursday brings DJ Kira with Big Band night. Come relax to the mellow sounds of Dean and Frank and Rosemary and all the rest. 7-9pm SL
• Friday it's DJ Nova, 7-9pm SL, playing Industrial and Goth, so come on down for the Sturm und Drang

Also: For those of you looking to make a home on a steampunk sim, might I suggest Steelhead Port Harbor? This American Victorian Steampunk Industrial port is now prebooking, and Doc Mason and I have each staked out our claim on a little piece of industrial heaven. IM TotalLunar Eclipse for details. (And Novem is staying in Winterfell, so don't worry!)

Nothing is Constant Except Change

Changes are afoot at Port Novem--get your scorecards ready:

Musical Lineup:

• Wednesdays, 8-10pm SL: Magdalena Kamenev (with Dybbuk Denimore doing a special set from time to time)
• Thursdays, 7-9pm SL: Kiralette Kelley, alternating Big Band and "DJ's choice" on alternate Thursdays
  
• Friday, 7-9pm SL: Nova Sakigake: Industrial/Gothic every week

Another change: I, Lily, am now sole owner/manager of Port Novem. Lulu has gone on to another project that's been taking up a lot of her time. Alice was just kind of filling in until I felt like coming back, and now I do, so: Bye Alice, and thanks.

Darien Mason is still with Port Novem, hosting his little heart out. If he's not paying enough attention to you as a guest, you have my permission to bust his chops. If he pays too much attention to you...well, come talk to me! (jk Doc!)

Thanks to all of you who've supported Novem at its original location, and then with the move to Winterfell Laudanum as Port Novem.

That is all.
xoxox, Lily

Halloween Week at Port Novem

This Friday is Halloween so we've got some special DJ sets lined up this week. Last night was the Port Novem debut DJ Magdalena Kamenev. She played a long set and, still, it wasn't long enough! On Wednesday, Oct 29th, DJ Dybbuk Denimore spins Glam and Glitter, from 7-9pm SL. You won't want to miss this! Then on Thursday, October 29th be sure to join us for a special set of Halloween inspired music, as chosen by DJ Kiralette Kelly, as usual from 7-9pm SL. Then, closing out the week on Friday, October 30th, DJ Nova Sakigake brings us her usual Teutonic assortment of Industrial and goth, 7-9pm SL. IM MissLily Nightfire for a tp.

Also, a reminder: we're looking for people to join the Novem Family. We're in need of a Host/ess; graphic artists; dancers; wenches; Euro/Aussie timed DJs; and more. Talk to MissLily Nightfire, AliceWendy Bookmite, or Lulu Seetan if you're interested.

It's Raining....frogs?

Last night good friend of Port Novem, Cookie Bookmite (no relation), answered a call for help over the Winterfell Group Chat. Ok, it was a call for a place to dance, but Cookie let Isole Juliesse know that there is always streaming music at Port Novem, and suggested that she come over and dance there. Cookie made an announcement to the Muses Playhouse group (please join, if you're not already a member), and in a short time the place was jumping. And speaking of jumping, pictured above is Lulu Seetan keeping her cool in a deluge of toads, courtesy of our new friend Wrath Constantine. Cookie is dancing under a torrent of cats and dogs, while Cyn Sweetwater, Magdalena Kamenev, Dybbuk Denimore, Tinker Imako, and Wrath Constantine dance under the falling sparkles. (Sorry about the crappy picture--I think Cookie must have been licking the toads!) Check out our Flickr Stream for more pics.

Anytime someone wants a place to dance, keep Port Novem in mind and feel free to use the facilities for yourselves and your friends. See you all soon!

OMG--it's OKTOBERFEST!

Thanks to Port Novem's erstwhile host Darien Mason for reminding me it's Oktoberfest time, so let's get in the swing of things and polka till dawn! Come to Port Novem and dance in the Biergarten, have a brew, and enjoy the pleasant September weather in Winterfell Laudanum! Festivities continue from now till...hmm...let's say Sunday. I believe Miss Gematria Schteelgearz will be there to greet you tonight--ask her for a dance! (All this said, I'm still at "work" and haven't had time to decorate yet, so use those imaginations an pretend you're in the heart of Bavaria!)

First Week a Smashing Success!!!

Thanks to all of you who came to Port Novem this past week. I've never met so many fun and friendly people!! My first week went swimmingly! And, omg--you DJs! You totally ROCK! Kiralette Kelley, your choice of big band music was stellar! Annastina Christensen played the best in requests and dance tunes. And Nova Sakigake played top-shelf Goth, Industrial, and requests on Friday evening. All DJ shifts are 7-9pm SL, with Anna on Wednesday, Kira on Thursday, and Nova on Friday. Come see what everyone's talking about! *grinz*

I can't wait to see all your happy faces again!

Let me introduce myself!

I'm AliceWendy Bookmite, (aka Alice) the new manager of Port Novem (formerly Novem: Port in the Storm; formerly Novem: Winterfell; formerly Novem: the Muses Playhouse). My goodness, what a mouthful! But it's smooth sailing into Port Novem from this point out!

I met LuLu Seetan ages ago at a club known for its dancing dead girls, so when MissLily decided to go on a break from Second Life, LuLu called me and I jumped up and twirled around saying YES! PICK ME! PICK ME! And here I am! *grinz*

"What's new about this Novem? What's the same?" I hear the crowd clammoring for information, so here goes--Port Novem is the new name. We are still having parties on Wednesdays (Big Band), Thursdays (eclectic), and Fridays (Goth and Industrial). I moved the buildings around on the Novem land so that the tavern is at the front of the property, and a Victorian house is at the rear. There are nice places to sit, swing, and play so take some time to explore the property.

The first event I will oversee will be a sad one. I have been recruited as Funeral Director for the Wake and Memorial for *looks back over her notes* This can't be right...Bloodwing? I don't know Bloodwing, but Gematria SteelGears has asked me to put together a tribute for him, and since I have experience planning events, I said ok! I'm up for a challange! :D Oopsies. I should not smile when someone is dead, even if it's a Demon. I will be professional in the duties put to me. Gematria is trusting me to do a good job, so I shall! If anybody has a picture of Bloodwing I can use for a memorial display you can give it to me in Second Life.

I'm very excited about the new direction LuLu has said I can take Port Novem in! You're asking yourself "WHAT ABOUT THE GIRLS?!! WHERE ARE THE MUSES???!!!" LuLu and I will plan and you will find out soon! I hope you will be excited too!!!!!

ROCKETS & RAY GUNS!

Last week's winner for most chaotic costume was Huntington Albatros, and as the winner he got to pick this week's theme: Rockets & Ray Guns. Join us tonight, 8-10pm SL at Novem: Winterfell for this backward look to the future! Jetboys and jetgirls, be there or be like sputnik! Trivia! Costumes! DJ Mitsu Figaro! Say goodbye to Lily and hello to AliceWendy! Nothing is constant in the future except change! TO THE FUTURE!

"A butterfly flapping its wings in one part of the world can cause a hurricane on the other side of the earth." - - The Butterfly effect--

A description of chaos - and this Wednesday, August 20th, come join us in Winterfell at 8pm slt.... And the theme? We don't need no stinking theme! It's a come-in-a-costume-of-your-choice event! We had such an outpouring of ideas..that the winner of this week shall be the supreme ruler of Chaos! They will choose the theme for the next week! Your vision of Chaos will rule the day! DJ MITSU! OF RADIO RIEL - 8pm to 10pmSLT!

A Grand Opening, Indeed

The first event at our new home in Winterfell Laudanum was a wonderful success, to the point that after Mitsu Figaro's shift was over, Nova Sakigake volunteered to take over the turntables and keep the party going. Last week's theme was Villians in Literature, and the costume winners were Gregoe Zlatkis for his portrayal of the Headless Horseman; and Bela Lubezki as Harley Quinn. Great costumes you guys! This week's prize was L$500 cash money for each winner. This week's theme is NO THEME! It's CHAOS! It's a FREE-FOR-ALL! Dress accordingly! Wednesday, August 20th, 8-10pm.

Villainy Abounds!

Wednesday, August 13, 8-10pm SL! Celebrate those unsung heroes of Literature (and history)--the villains! Dance with Mata Hari--if you dare! Sip absinthe with Iago (what did I do with that damn handkerchief?) Play trivia with Christine (vintage car? Stephen King? Nevermind....) Anyhoo--Come to Novem: Winterfell for our salute to Villainy. Prizes for Best Female Villain and Best Male Villain. It's our inaugural party at our new home in Winterfell Laudanum. We have lots of surprises in store! This week's event is co-hosted by the deadly Lulu Seetan, with special guest Villain Marcus Gabriel Mason. And as usual, music provided by Mitsu Figaro of Radio Riel. Join Us....

Piracy on the Palisade!

Lily & Lulu's Pirate Fete, this Wednesday, August 6th, from 8-10pm SL, at Novem: The Muses Playhouse. All are welcome: Pirates, wenches, stowaways, monkeys, dim-witted noblemen--all will be allowed entry (however we make no guarantees as to your safety). Come for the mussels, stay for the clams! Don't like shellfish?--try the snails! Prizes for Best Pirate--Male and Female. Trivia! Dancing! Reckless abandon! Bring your friends--I'll give a special prize to the person who brings the most guests! This week's music is being provided by Gabrielle Riel herself! Co-hostess are once again Lulu Seetan and Gematria SteelGears. Let the carnage begin!


My pirate name is:

Calico Mary Vane
Often indecisive, you can't even choose a favorite color. You're apt to follow wherever the wind blows you, just like Calico Jack Rackham, your namesake. You tend to blend into the background occaisionally, but that's okay, because it's much easier to sneak up on people and disembowel them that way. Arr!

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Industrial Revolution at Novem--7-9pm SL

As happens in steampunk land, the wheels of industry keep turning and things change. So, tonight, and for the next few weeks, Friday Night Lounge is being replace by Industrial Revolution--a night of goth and industrial music, provided by DJ Nova Sakigake, 7-9pm SL on Fridays. So wear your dark Victorian steampunk garb and come dance with us!

Flying High!

Another whiz bang event at Novem: The Muses Playhouse this Wednesday, July 23rd. Airship Day saw a record crowd as people rode the Aer Traba Lily (*blush*) and danced to the music of DJ Mitsu Figaro. The build was designed and constructed by Brandlew Babenco, a name to watch, for sure! The ship will still be docked at Novem for a few more days, so come on by and take a look.

Lulu Seetan did a great job of co-hosting with young Master Darien Mason, who seems to have gone through some sort of time travel thingy, only to come out the other end as his 12 year old self. Hmmm...good thing that Novem is all ages now.

This week's costume prizes were awarded to Kol Wysznik for Best Captain, and to yours truly for Best Crew. Kol's prize was a piano, and mine was a metal robot guy, both built and donated by Brandlew (sorry BB--I didn't see the prize up close yet, as Lulu hasn't given it to me yet!) Lulu took some off-the-cuff pics at the event, so check our Flickr to see what you missed, or to possibly see yourself in our photo stream. I'll include links to other pictures as I get them.

A special thanks goes out to Flea Habilis, who, once again, helped us put together out gift items. If you did't receive one, become a member of our group and one should be available in the Past Notices. Or, IM me in world if you would. If I've forgotten to thank anyone, please forgive me, as I'm still recuperating from the event...

Airship Day at Novem!

Take off for the skies this Wednesday, July 23, 8-10pm SL, when Novem: The Muses Playhouse celebrates Airship Days in New Babbage! Come see the magnificent build by Brandlew Babenco. Win prizes for Best Captain, and for Best Crew! Dance! Trivia! Fun for all ages! Music by Mitsu Figaro of Radio Riel. Hosted by Dr. Darien "Dodo" Mason, and Miss Lulu "Cute as a Button" Seetan.

Wonderland in Babbage!

Due to the popularity of our Alice in Wonderland set at The Muses Playhouse, we'll be leaving it up through Sunday, July 20th. Last night's Lewis Carroll event was a great success, with lots of new friends in attendance, as well as our favorite old friends returning. Unfortunately Vivian went mad and was unable to attend, so my co-hostess for the evening was the increasingly insane Lulu Seetan.

Per my request, Mistu changed things up a bit, music-wise, going, instead, for a "demented carnival sound," and the crowd loved it. Great work, Mitsu!

Everybody outdid themselves with the costumes last night--you people keep getting more and more creative with every week. Our birdbrained host Darien Mason was a Dodo. Lulu Seetan was the top Alice of the pack, having won the title "Most Wondrous Character" (the prize was a tea table set donated by Christine McAllister--thanks very much). A few mad hatters dotted the crowd, with Xavier Wilkinson AGAIN winning the contest (Maddest Character). He won a gigantic chess set created and donated by Flea Habilis. (And thanks Flea for all you help greeting people, making cloud chairs, giving me hugs, etc.) Flea was a particularly sexy bunny, as was her friend whose name escapes me...sorry! Then there was a Donnie Darko bunny (Dr. Dayafter); a ketchup eating bunny (Wires Blackburn), as well as some cute bunnies, some playing cards, some glamorous ladies, a flamingo, a few cats I believe.... All around--a great turn out.

You can see pictures at our flickr page, and also at the following location, thanks to Affinity Moody.

We're leaving the giant chess set on the roof of the flats across the street to the south of Novem, so if you want to play, feel free. There are floating cloud chairs in place for you to see the board with ease.

Next week's theme, Airship Day. Then the following week....PIRATES!!!

Friday Night Lounge

This past Friday we had another nice turnout for our new Friday Night Lounge. And it's not just Fridays--we have music playing all the time, so come on over and use our dance floor (right click on the copper floor to start), or use the couples dance machine (right click again). We've had an influx of people around since Loki Eliot's beautiful machinima hit the web, so thanks for the good PR, young Master Eliot. We've made some new friends here at Novem, so stop by and I'm sure you'll see some new folks hovering around.