Second Life Virtual Hotel Chelsea Blog

Umm... Hello again!

2012-01-09T20:06:00.000-08:00

I know! Went quiet on the blog after the Holiday one (blog that is), but it's been super busy LOL Shows, travel and so on :) But never fear! Your intrepid blogger (that would be me) is back! Well, I've been around, just not writing the blog! In Hotel news: Gallery 23 has a new set of artists showing right now. This show opened January 8th and will stay up till the end of February. We had 27

Merry... Happy... Umm... Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Solstice, Three Kings Day, Rohatsu, Ramadan and so on :)

2011-12-22T19:01:00.000-08:00

Hello Bohemians! Hopefully I caught which ever holiday it is that you do celebrate :) If not, no lashings with wet noodles >.> If you missed it, the shows tonight were fantastic! Pre-Christmas shows and NOTHING till the 29th :) Just before the New Year. Geos Copperfield Geos was really in the spirit tonight, and dressed the part rather well :) So did Lazarus Doghouse but *face palm* I

I like traffic lights.. I like traffic lights...

2011-12-05T17:55:00.001-08:00

Frank Zappa, one time resident of the RL Chelsea Hotel may have done that song as a foreshadowing of the Virtual Hotel Chelsea sim... It was asked if the street lights change at all... I can bear witness to the fact that no, no they don't. Out of curiosity, I stood out in the empty street for about half an hour tonight and not a single one of the lights changed. All of them are red as well. So,

Live shows at Hotel Chelsea .. Yes, they happen!

2011-12-03T19:33:00.001-08:00

Every week, on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, enola does her best to book some of the best Live Performers in SL to grace the Hotel Chelsea stage. This Saturday was no different (and I always wonder why the 300+ Bohemians can never make it over). Lyndon Heart (and his hat!! <3) We had Lyndon Heart on our stage for the first time. Lyndon has been performing in Second Life for a while

New music, Old favorites and o.o who knew...

2011-12-01T19:06:00.001-08:00

Tonight was quite a night on the Chelsea stage. Well, it always is, actually, and if you miss a performance on the Chelsea stage… Ummm… What is wrong with you!!! /o\ EmJay Fretwerk EmJay Fretwerk made her first of what we hope will be many appearances on the Chelsea stage. Her voice is real, gritty and pure. Her originals are amazing (she may deny it but she DOES have a Murder Ballad!!!)

New writer, great shows and o.o @ The Hotel Chelsea

2011-11-22T19:28:00.001-08:00

Hello! First I’m going to introduce myself some little. In Second Life, I’m Perkey Felwitch. You can usually find me at a live music show, or exploring a beautiful sim and taking pictures or building a set for pictures I see in my human head and want to try out in SL. You can also find me at the Hotel Chelsea on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings when I’m helping enola and Donna host the

HOTEL CHELSEA FEATURED ON DESIGNING WORLDS

2011-11-16T14:06:00.001-08:00

Mykal did a fantastic interview for Designing Worlds this week. They did a fantastic job of interviewing him too. To see the show go here... http://treet.tv/shows/designingworldsHe talks about the current events of both the RL Hotel and the SL Hotel. Enjoy!

GALLERY 23 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER SHOW OPENS

2011-11-09T23:11:00.000-08:00

Gallery 23 at Hotel Chelsea is a group exhibit of Bohemian art that will be open for November/December. You are invited to come see this wonderful display. Featured artsists:Fantasia Habilis Dante GreyhoundMai-CohGillian GustafsonRaven SahaHa ImakoFreyja Aries

JED LUCKLESS MARKS 2 YEARS AT HOTEL CHELSEA

2011-11-09T22:51:00.000-08:00

So this week marks the two year anniversary of Jeds first show here at the Hotel. He has played here once a month now for 2 years. Thank you Jed for being a staple of entertainment along with several others, here at our Chelsea Stage. To see the very first Jed Luckless show at Hotel Chelsea go to the Virtual Hotel Chelsea FB page and get the link. Id Like to thank all of our regulars for

HOTEL CHELSEA HALLOWEEN PARTY

2011-10-31T23:03:00.000-07:00

Ok so I know its been ages since I updated the blog. Wow not since our anniversary. Shame on me. I will try to do better.The Halloween party was, of course, a wonderful blast! We had 30 people there at the top and a steady 25 members dancing and showing off their costumes. Thank you to all the Bohemians who came to the party! You are what makes us great, without you all we would just be an

VIRTUAL HOTEL CHELSEA'S ANNIVERSARY PARTY

2011-05-07T20:38:00.000-07:00

We had a wonderful time at the party. Lots of folks turned out to wish us well. The music was fantastic and the company even better. Thank you to all of those who came to help us celebrate. You can view more pics of the event on our facebook page.

VIRTUAL HOTEL CHELSEA TURNS 2

2011-05-01T15:32:00.000-07:00

Tuesday May 3rd the Virtual Hotel Chelsea will be 2 years old. We have grown a lot and changed some in the last two years. One thing that has not changed is that we are a place dedicated to the arts. We have more galleries than ever now and Live music 3 nights a week. It has been a wonderful two years and we have the Bohemians to thank for that. Join us starting at 3pm pst/slt as we

2011-03-20T17:46:00.000-07:00

Friday night we had a rez day party for Djeaux Farrasco, one of our long time regulars here at the Hotel. It was a hippy theme with everyone in tie dye. Von Johin played live for the first hour, followed by some really great old rock and roll tunes spun by DJ Mick Oxygen. We had a really great time celebrating Djeauxs 1st year in SL. Thanks to his girl friend Gloria for the party. AND HAPPY

MYKAL COMES OUT TO PLAY!

2011-03-12T00:39:00.000-08:00

Our beloved owner Mykal Skall decided to do a sound check tonight at the chelsea sound studio. He attracted a few listeners and what began as a sound check ended up as a mini concert. It was so wonderful to hear Mykal sing and play again. We are hoping that he will do this more often and that RL will allow him to. For all you old fans of Mykal, keep in touch... I will let you know when he

MARDI GRAS AT THE HOTEL A BLAST!

2011-03-07T13:23:00.000-08:00

So we had our Mardi Gras party here at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea. OH MAN! It was a blast and a half. DJ Mick Oxygen played NO Style Jazz/funk and everyone had the most amazing costumes. I tried to get pics of all the costumes but you know how lag is! Makes it difficult. You can see more pics tho on our face book page. After two hours of Mardi Gras music no one was ready to stop, so DJ Mick

STANLEY BARD CONSIDERS BUYING HOTEL CHELSEA

2011-02-23T15:25:00.000-08:00

Check out this link, its short but to the point. Stanley Bard may buy out the other shareholders of the Hotel Chelsea. Saying he isn't happy with the way it's being managed. WOO HOO The Bards may be coming back! This is important news for those of us who love the Hotel Chelsea. And a fine day it would be too. The mecca for the arts would be back in business. (Much like the virtual one is

ANTI VALENTINES BALL A BLAST!

2011-02-14T21:47:00.000-08:00

We had our little anti valentines ball tonight at the virtual Hotel. It was met with a bit of controversy as some claimed we were against love. But this is not the case, we were making a statement that valentines day is a commercial creation, and not about love at all. Therefore it was anti valentines day- not anti love day. But for all those who did attend we had a great time. And our

MODERN DAY JESUS VISITS HOTEL

2011-01-30T23:49:00.000-08:00

Today Derek stopped by and showed us what jesus might look like in the 21st century. We love it when people come by and share the strange and wonderful with us. Thank you to Derek for this cool pic.

OUR LOVELY MISS PERKEY TURNS 3!

2011-01-17T14:59:00.000-08:00

Little miss Perkey Felwitch turned 3 on January 10th 2011. We celebrated this auspicious occasion by having a swim suit party in the snow on the roof of the Hotel Chelsea. Many bohemians came out in swimsuits along with mittens and scarves to stave off the cold! We had a great time with Obeloinkment serenading Perkey - and all of us bohemians - with his wonderful music. HAPPY REZ DAY PERKEY!!

CHRISTMAS AT THE HOTEL ROCKED!

2011-01-17T14:54:00.000-08:00

We had our Gala Fancy Dress Christmas party here at the Virtual Hotel. All the usual suspects were in attendance. Bohemians donned their finest frocks and came out to rock with us as we celebrated Christmas the Bohemian way. Cinnamon Zeminis was our DJ and she did a fantastic job. It sort of doubled as a new years party, since we didnt have an official new years party here at the Hotel, so

RANDOM DANCE PARTY LATE MONDAY NIGHT

2010-12-07T15:41:00.000-08:00

So it was late on a wintry monday night and apparently there were some bored Bohemians. We just gathered in the lounge and started dancing to Mykals great music on the VHC radio stream. About 16 people showed up all in all and we had some great conversation and a really good time dancing. Thank you to all you who showed up, thank you for being active Bohemians and making the Hotel your second

Musical schedule to change in coming year!

2010-12-06T18:00:00.000-08:00

Starting in January 2011 our Musical schedule will change. Shows will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 5pm and 6pm (slt) Check out the calendar on the music page to find out who is playing when. Then join us for Live Music here at the Hotel Chelsea.

Awesome Group Show at Gallery 23 Runs Through End of December!

2010-11-18T12:39:00.000-08:00

Come check out 6 excellent bohemian artists showing their work at Gallery 23. Maria Enchanted’s art reminds me of favorite childhood stories such as Alice in Wonderland, and comic book illustrations. Talullah Winterwolf features four very well balanced and textured photo-manipulations that stimulate the mind in open narrative form. Escarius Iuga shows a mix of inworld kinetic artwork,

King Kong Takes a Swipe at Residents on Halloween!

2010-11-02T12:16:00.000-07:00

The party was a major success at the Lyceum in the Virtual Hotel Chelsea in Second Life on Halloween night, complete with Stick Figures, Batman, Catwoman, Vampires, Demons, Zombies, Fairies, Clowns, Robots, Genies, and even King Kong himself! What a trip, he was too big to get in so he kept swinging and swiping at the others on the dance floor. I kept having to duck for cover between kisses and

Video: Landmark NYC Hotel Chelsea Up for Sale

2010-10-24T09:24:00.000-07:00

We're Making an Offer to Buy the RL Chelsea Hotel.

2010-10-20T14:30:00.000-07:00

So the rumor mill has it that the asking price for American History is 90 Million?In attempts to preserve the Hotel Chelsea as the Mecca that it should be, we of the Virtual Hotel Chelsea do formally make this offer of 90 Million for the purchase of the Hotel.Of course since we are in Second Life, that offer is in Lindens.I'll let you all know as soon as the current owners are ready to sign the

SL Chelsea Follows Suit Goes Up For Sale!!!

2010-10-19T14:05:00.000-07:00

We thought it was such a brilliant move to put the RL Hotel Chelsea up for sale, that we decided to do the same with the SL Mecca of Bohemia.Of course, just like the RL sellers, we aren't posting a price, so I guess you'll just have to make us an offer. :-)

Wall Street Journal: Hotel Chelsea Seeks Buyer for Rehab

2010-10-19T13:18:00.000-07:00

Hotel Chelsea Seeks Buyer for RehabBy CRAIG KARMINHotel Chelsea, the legendary downtown landmark that's been home to famous writers, artists, musicians and innumerable down-on-their-luck bohemians, is now the latest New York icon up for sale.Chelsea's Legendary HotelHotel Chelsea, the legendary downtown landmark, is the latest New York icon up for sale. Here's a look inside the hotel, which has

ABC News: Haven for New York Artists, Chelsea Hotel for Sale

2010-10-19T13:10:00.000-07:00

Haven for New York Artists, Chelsea Hotel for SaleNEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York hotel that inspired creative talent from Sir Arthur Clarke to Sid Vicious is up for sale.The Chelsea Hotel, controlled primarily by three families that have owned it for 65 years, will remain a haven for struggling artists despite changing hands, a hotel spokesman said on Tuesday."The history itself makes the

Washington Post Reports RL Hotel Chelsea Up For Sale!!!

2010-10-19T13:07:00.000-07:00

Chelsea Hotel up for sale; who wants to go in on it?The archetype of New York creativity and cool is up for sale, price tag unknown. The Chelsea Hotel was the building where Janis Joplin made an exception for Leonard Cohen, where Sid Vicious lost (by killing) his girl Nancy, where Bob Dylan waited for his sad-eyed lady of the lowlands.O. Henry, Thomas Wolfe, Arthur Miller, Andy Warhol, Jimi

Digital Enhancement Gives New Clues to Recent UFO Sighting Over the Virtual Hotel Chelsea.

2010-10-17T06:43:00.000-07:00

Bohemia has been buzzing about the recent "UFO" sighting over the Virtual Hotel Chelsea. Yesterday's sighting was captured by a hotel resident on a disposable camera (he later commented that he had to sell his Lieca to pay for rent).After taking the photo to "government authorities" for enhancement, some startling things can now be seen in the somewhat grainy results. Experimental aircraft?,

UFO Invasion Near Chelsea Hotel New York City?

2010-10-15T06:15:00.000-07:00

For those of you who believe that Elvis never died or that John Lennon was actually taken to another planet to create music for some culturally devoid alien race, we may finally have tangible evidence. On October 14, 2010 traffic was brought to a standstill while a glowing object in the sky hovered above the Chelsea District in New York City. The Alien visitations were foretold by Stanley A.

Changes to the Virtual Hotel Chelsea Blog

2010-10-14T21:21:00.000-07:00

This blog has been in operation since April 22, 2009 and since that time has had the same look and feel.. that is, until now! We are proud to unveil and offer you a much more interactive blog site and hope you will enjoy coming here. What is there to do on this site? Well to start, come here to review our latest news, find out about upcoming events, or learn more about our history in Second Life

Revisiting The Inspiration Behind The Chelsea Hotel in Second Life

2010-10-11T11:19:00.000-07:00

He was building it for the second time in Second Life. A gorgeous replica of the historic Hotel Chelsea in New York was being built by my close friend Mykal Skall and I was invited for weeks to come and sit with him, watching him move prims into place and try out different textures. We'd sit and have conversations about his visits to the Hotel Chelsea in real life. Mykal has been a lifelong

Remembering John Lennon: Saturday, October 9th, 2010

2010-10-09T13:01:00.000-07:00

John Lennon would have been 70 years old today. Please stop by Strawberry Fields in Central Park, where today only, you can get a copy of Mykal Skall's oil on canvas painting of John for Free. Happy Birthday John. We miss you.

Gallery 23 seeks ARTISTS for our Art Shows!

2010-09-10T16:00:00.000-07:00

Our very own Gallery 23 is seeking it's next round of fresh new talent for our art shows. If you love art, and have a body of at least 6 artworks inworld, then what are you waiting for? The purpose of this gallery is to provide a safe space for emerging talent and established artists to showcase their latest achievements. If you, or someone you know would like to take part, please contact enola

Bring Back the Bards, FREE T-SHIRTS!!

2010-09-03T10:00:00.000-07:00

Hey fellow bohemians, we have some free "Bring Back the Bards" T-shirts for you, simply visit the "El Quijote" and click on the banner to receive yours today. come show your support for the real life situation at the Hotel Chelsea Manhattan in New York. They come in Black and Red, shirt layers, and you can mod your T-shirt to be a tank top, adjust the sleeves, and more! Have fun customizing

It's the Last Weekend in August! Music to Close out the Month...

2010-08-27T16:30:00.000-07:00

Hello bohemians, come celebrate the close of August by joining us tonight and tomorrow for some amazing musical acts hosted by the virtual Hotel Chelsea. We have none other than the rocking dissonance of Dead Heathers and melodic acoustics of Freestar Tammas coming to you live at the "El Quijote" 6pm and 7pm SLT respectively. On Saturday, August 28th, we have the Chelsea's very own Zo live on

Featured Life Music: Jed Luckless Saturday, August 21, 5:00 - 7:00 pm SLT!

2010-08-21T16:47:00.000-07:00

Check it out, a fun 2 hour set by the awesome singer/entertainer Jed Luckless, also known as "Jammin' Jed" to his fans. We will be gathering at the "El Quijote" so bring your favorite dance partner, and let's all dance the night away! Here is your limo!

Every Thursday -- Literary Night! Join us at 6:00 pm SLT

2010-08-19T17:40:00.000-07:00

Hello fellow bohemians, all of you are welcome to join us and participate in our Thursday evening Literary Night events. Sometimes we gather in the virtual Hotel Chelsea lobby, and at other times in our lovely Gallery 23 just next door. Take this SLURL and enjoy an hour or more of shared creative power and inspiration. Bring your own writing with you, or read aloud a favorite author's work, or

Featured Live Music: Geos Copperfield and Strum Diesel, Wednesday, August 18th!

2010-08-18T17:09:00.000-07:00

5pm SLT - Geos CopperfieldHe's an acoustic guitar player, incredibly fun and entertaining, bringing us cover and originals tonight! Please welcome him back to the Hotel. Here's what Devin Littleboots mentions about his style: "[He] serve[s] up an entertaining mix of original material and crowd pleasing covers from the 60s to the current day."6pm SLT - Strum DieselBringing his awesome charm and

Let's all PARTY and sing Happy Birthday to Mykal Skall & Enola Vaher!

2010-08-15T13:00:00.000-07:00

Please join me, fellow bohemians, in wishing virtual Hotel Chelsea founder, Mykal Skall, and sim Manager, Enola Vaher, a deliciously decadent Happy Birthday, SUNDAY AUGUST 15th! As I break immediately into song with:"Happy Birthday to you, happy birthday to you... happy birthday dear Mykal & Enola, happy birthday to you..."And as one round is certainly NEVER enough... perhaps you'll join me in a

Featured Live Music: Tonewoodfrank Unplugged and EricSteffensen Mistwalker

2010-08-13T18:07:00.000-07:00

For our awesome musical line-up on Saturday, August the 14th, please welcome Tonewoodfrank Unplugged and EricSteffensen Mistwalker to our stage at the "El Quijote"!5 pm SLT - Tonewoodfrank UnpluggedHe's a wonderful singer and acoustic guitarist from the self-proclaimed "shadow of the Big Apple" in RL. We know you all love him so come join us for this delicious opening act in Second Life!6 pm SLT

Featured Live Music: Dead Heathers and Freestar Tammas

2010-08-13T16:49:00.000-07:00

It's Friday, August the 13th, and do you know what's happening in the Virtual Hotel Chelsea? Some rockin live music, that's what! Come take your limo to the "El Quijote".6 pm SLT - Dead Heathers You know them, you love them, come hear them bohemians!! Three piece band spanning three continents singing covers and original tunes! For fans of dissonant music by the likes of PJ Harvey and more...you

Featured Live Music: Wednesday, August 11th

2010-08-11T15:23:00.000-07:00

5 pm SLT - Agustin Braham6 pm SLT - Chris EvermoreJoin us tonight bohemians, and enjoy these two wonderful talents perform live for our listening pleasure. Here is your limo to the Lyceum where we will be gathering: http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lanestris/35/172/99 Hope to see you all there!

WELCOME GWEN!!!

2010-08-10T05:24:00.000-07:00

It's great to have Gwen on board as our new official Blogess!!! I've always wanted to keep a running blog of all the whacky events that happen at the SL Chelsea but never had the time.So stop on in and say hi to Gwen!

Come see 7 talented artists showing at Gallery 23 till August 31st!

2010-08-08T15:05:00.000-07:00

Our wonderful Gallery 23 rotates exhibits of new art every other month, and we have an amazing showcase of raw talent on display now till August 31st. Support your fellow bohemians and enjoy relevant art! What you'll see are funky creations by Hollie Massenberg, Christalina Halostar, Terra Teardrop, Talullah Winterwolf, Angie Xenga, Gloria Delicioso, and Van Caerndow! Works are made in a variety

Taking on the new role as Blogger for the Virtual Hotel Chelsea!

2010-08-06T19:29:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone, my name's Gwen Difference and please note that I'll be your new blogger for the Virtual Hotel Chelsea in Second Life. It's an awesome task and I'm thrilled to be doing it. I'm a huge fan of the RL and SL Hotel Chelsea and happy to be an artist/graphic designer/blogger in RL. If there are news and events you'd like to talk about happening in our area, please let me know. All of us

Mystery of Missing Artwork Solved!

2009-11-05T23:00:00.000-08:00

So, as I was cleaning up the Hotel lobby following our stellar 6 month anniversary party, I caught something out of the corner of my eye that I hadn't noticed before. To my surprise this large triangular red piece of art had appeared above the check-in desk!Assuming enola had put it there, I waited for her to arrive for her nightly visit, and asked her. She thought I was nuts, and had to look for

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2009-11-05T18:53:00.000-08:00

Virtual Chelsea Celebrates 6 Months!!!

2009-11-05T18:47:00.000-08:00

What a long strange trip it is.Nov 4 marked the 6 month anniversary of the opening of the Virtual Hotel Chelsea!The celebration christened the newly built Lyceum Theatre.Someone made the comment that "6 months in SL is like 6 years in RL" it really is if you think about the way life is so accelerated in the Virtual world...I'd like to thank all of you that have been a part of this amazing

Lyceum Theatre rebuilt on 23rd. Street.

2009-11-04T19:22:00.000-08:00

The Lyceum Theatre, while it never existed on 23rd Street, was designed by the same architect that built the Hotel Chelsea... we've recreated it here circa 1890 to be used for larger events.

For the best virtual sangria and lamb chops!!!

2009-11-04T18:53:00.000-08:00

Inspired by dinner with Ed Hamilton at the RL El Quijote Restaurant situated under the Hotel Chelsea, I came home wracked with guilt at having omitted it from our Virtual build... Alas, I give you the best virtual sangria in the universe!

Chelsea Horror Hotel Halloween Parade a Huge Hit!

2009-11-01T17:39:00.000-08:00

23rd Street was filled with vampires, monsters, serial killers, and Donna had an arrow through her head.You might say this is a normal night at the Virtual Chelsea,.... ummmm.. because it is..But really, this was special, it was our Halloween Parade, Hosted by enola and Donna, with Mykal trying his skills as DJ.The turnout and costumes were amazing! The decorations horrifying! Blood in the

WE PULLED IT OFF!!!

2009-10-27T16:03:00.001-07:00

Well, with room changes, overflowing toilets, blocked Internet, security pounding on the door and flakey software we still pulled off our renegade broadcast from within the real Chelsea Hotel to the SL Chelsea Hotel, albiet 40 minutes late!Thank you to all of you who filled the sim, and special thanks to my right hand gal at the virtual hotel enola Vaher who kept the crowd entertained while we

GROUNDBREAKING SL/RL EVENT

2009-10-22T08:39:00.000-07:00

Mark your calendar for Saturday Oct. 24th at 5pm. SLT (8pm. EST)For a once in a lifetime chance to experience the Chelsea Hotel in both worlds!Ed Hamilton, author of “Legends of the Chelsea Hotel: Living with Artists and Outlaws in New York's Rebel Mecca”http://www.amazon.com/Legends-Chelsea-Hotel-Artists-Outlaws/dp/1568583796/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1256225476&sr=8-1Will be reading live

LITERARY NIGHT AT THE VIRTUAL HOTEL CHELSEA TONIGHT

2009-10-01T10:01:00.000-07:00

LITERARY NIGHT AT THE HOTEL CHELSEACome one, come all, to Literary Night at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea. Readings start tonight at 6pm SLT, so bring your friends and your reading glasses and join the literati of virtual Bohemia!Literati Mobile Attached, hop in! http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lanestris/20/170/99~ Cinn

QUINTON WHITMAN @ HOTEL CHELSEA

2009-09-30T17:46:00.001-07:00

Let Quinton stimulate your senses, awaken your mind, and enrich your soul...his deep melodious voice and awesome guitar (acoustic & electric) playing combine as he performs a mixture of music genres from rock, to ballads, to traditional folk songs. Join us as we welcome him to the Hotel Chelsea tonight.

Yeah, you missed it...

2009-09-24T20:06:00.000-07:00

Didn't make it to the Literary Night @ the Virtual Hotel Chelsea? Wondering what you missed?BAM! Complete with visual aid. Behold, Corvus... he wrapped it all up in a deliciously dark bow with his rendition of 'The Raven' by Edgar Allen Poe.Thanks, Corvus!(And yes, he is sitting in the chair at the right, and he is a crow wearing a tophat and bowtie while smoking a cigar... like that's weird?)

Oh.... and did we mention: LITERARY NIGHT TONIGHT??

2009-09-24T17:31:00.000-07:00

LITERARY NIGHT AT THE HOTEL CHELSEA: TONIGHT!

2009-09-24T15:48:00.000-07:00

Literaray night at the hotel TONIGHT!!We want people to read poetry, prose, short excerpts from novels... whatever you want as long as it is not too long. Please contact Cinnamon Zemenis or Enola Vaher if you would like to be included.Thank you, Bohemians!~ Cinn

LITERARY NIGHT AT THE HOTEL CHELSEA

2009-09-17T21:05:00.001-07:00

LITERARY NIGHT AT THE HOTEL CHELSEAWe are planning a Literaray night at the hotel on Thursday, September 24th. We want people to read poetry, prose, short excerpts from novels... whatever you want as long as it is not too long. Please contact Cinnamon Zemenis or Enola Vaher if you would like to be included. Thank you, Bohemians! ~ Cinn

Just Another Crazy Sunday Night

2009-09-07T12:26:00.000-07:00

Who'd have thought Sunday could be one of those, 'wow, I can't wait for Sunday' kind of days?Well, it was last night. The Virtual Hotel Chelsea was rocking with its socks out, all over your face.Yeah, don't remember that? Probably because you were passed out, and we totally stuck your undies in the freezer while we had wild lion sex on your bed. Oh yeah... you might want to wash your face before

Dylan is off of this world....

2009-08-25T17:48:00.000-07:00

The adventure du jour...As many rezidents of the Virtual Hotel Chelsea can attest, the hotel cat, Dylan, gets into some pretty weird places. This is run of the mill.Until of course, he's returned from off world. HUH? Not sure how, but he was returned apparently from RL. Straaange.Then today he was on the balcony outside the hotel. How'd he get there? One wonders....Don't know. Just enjoy the ride

Winter Wetherby Live @ The VHC, 4pm SLT

2009-08-19T15:48:00.000-07:00

So, you were sitting there thinking, 'Damn, I have no idea what to do at 7pm ET/4pm SLT.'Well, now you have something to do. Follow the white rabbit to the live show at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea. Look, there's even a cute lil link for your clicking enjoyment!Lineup this evening:Winter WetherbyEngramaJon Enimohttp://slurl.com/secondlife/Lanestris/20/169/100

In the Aftermath of Debauchery.... aka Will You Still Respect Us in the Morning

2009-08-16T09:57:00.000-07:00

Last night at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea was wild good times. There was cake and everything.Oh what? You weren't there? Yeah.... you totally missed it. What were you doing anyway? Tsk.Well, I guess you'll know better next time that when we say party at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea, we mean business, buck-o.Once again, happy birthday wishes to Enola and Mykal!~ CinnP.S. Also included here for your

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ENOLA AND MYKAL!!!

2009-08-15T19:12:00.001-07:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes to Enola Vaher AND Mykal Skall!!!Come on down and join us for awesome cake and fun.http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lanestris/17/171/99

Pixel Panties Are FLYING! Why Aren't YOU???

2009-08-12T19:01:00.001-07:00

Yeah, that's right, kids. Pixel. Panties. Flying.Up next is Lance Rembrandt at the Lyceum at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea.Get thee here, or get thee to a nunnery!http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lanestris/13/167/99

Zay It Ain't ZO CANNING!

2009-08-12T18:20:00.000-07:00

Okay, you CAN say it's Zo Canning, because it is, and he's rocking the joint.Come on down to the Lyceum and get your electric friend on. Or you can be a cartoon friend. We like those, too. Either way... in this day and age, at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea, you can proudly say that your friends are indeed... electric.So take that, Gary Numan.

Sooo... Ummmm.... Three Words, Sounds Like WTF?

2009-08-10T19:16:00.000-07:00

It was a dark and stormy night... well, no, it wasn't, but dammit, it should have been. All great horror stories start out with a good blustery storm, afterall.I heard voices.. there we go... sounds better already, right? So I followed the voices down into the bar of the hotel........ And that is when everything went to Animal Farm, apparently.I swear I was sober when I took this picture, and I

American Gothic - The Digital Edition

2009-08-09T19:35:00.000-07:00

What a great day for art!Thanks to everyone who came out to show their support at the Wrong-Side Gallery Grand Opening. We had a pretty good crowd, and the walking talking Nemesis 'living' art was a huge hit.Took some pics, too. To the left, we've got the 2009 Digital Remix of American Gothic, dragons a-plenty, provided by Fagan Parx, and visitors of the opening and Gallery Row: Lacey Razorfen,

Here There Be Dragons

2009-08-09T14:58:00.000-07:00

At the Grand Opening of the Wrong-Side Gallery on Gallery row, we had a special guest: a dragon, courtesy of Fagan Parx.Pictured next to the dragon is Lyceum manager and artist extraordinaire Enola Vaher.See what you're missing?? Get down here!~ Cinn

Art By Any Other Name is Still Art aka You Want Some Cheese to Go with Your Wine?

2009-08-09T10:11:00.000-07:00

If you haven't gotten your culture on yet and visited all the friggin' awesome of the Virtual Hotel Chelsea, well, then I just feel sad for you. There. I've said it. Saaaad.Where are all these galleries, you ask? Well, hell... here, let me just hold your hand a bit.First and foremost, there's Gallery 23 at http://slurl.com/secondlife/Lanestris/27/129/99Featured artists include:Seven JacksDucce

No Habla Espanol or Portugese!

2009-08-07T18:16:00.000-07:00

Don't let the title fool you... I'm sure you'll find someone who speaks those languages at The Virtual Hotel Chelsea, especially if you came in together and know each other.Just don't assume the rest of us speak either of those languages. Especially if one certain Cinnamon Zemenis says "NO habla espanol." See, the word 'no' can be so misleading, I understand how you might be confused. No really,

So This Was A First in Second Life

2009-08-04T15:10:00.000-07:00

Forgot to discuss this yesterday, but thought I would share a Second Life first....While hanging at the bar chatting and gender swapping with fellow Bohemians, this person wanders in off the street. Those present say hello, person stares at us blankly. You ready for the punchline?They asked us for money. Just came out and said 'Can I have some money?'with no rhyme or reason even.The brass ones.

Greetings and Salutations

2009-08-03T16:44:00.000-07:00

Hello to everyone out there in digital Bohemia!For those I've met before (more than likely in the depths of the Lyceum at the Chelsea), how are you? Did you get that cash from that email? How are your parents doing? Hope everyone's well and crazy Aunt Zinnia went back on her meds so she'll stop doing that creepy thing she does with the pants.For those friends I haven't met yet, feel free to say

From within The Virtual Chelsea Walls....

2009-08-03T16:11:00.001-07:00

Virtual Chelsea Resident Cinnamon Zemenis has become our first official resident blogger, to keep you all informed of the daily crazyness of life at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea... please welcome here uncensored reports from within the walls.......

V-Hotel Chelsea's Own Marketing Manager to Debut "Hypatia"

2009-06-28T11:58:00.000-07:00

As yet another testament to the amazing variety that the Virtual Hotel Chelsea has attracted since it's inception, our very own Marketing Manager, Ms. Skylar Smythe will be debuting her in world production "Hypatia of Alexandria"on Monday, June 29, 2009.Ms. Smythe, has worn many hats in RL & SL over the years. In addition to the Chelsea's marketing manager, she's been known as "The Guerilla

Stan Bardenboar says "MAILBOXES AND DYLANS ROOM STAY" Residents Rejoice!

2009-05-15T15:43:00.000-07:00

Recently while loitering in the lobby of the Virtual Hotel Chelsea, eating cheese curls, and flinging every sixth one towards my poet friends, we got to discussing the subject of the ratty old pigeon hole mailboxes behind the front desk. About every 12th. cheese curl, Mr. Bardenboar who was crunching numbers and mumbling about "deadbeats", would poke his head from behind the counter and yell "

Last Poet Standing

2009-05-10T04:20:00.000-07:00

At 7:30 SLT on Saturday May 9th 2009, we hosted our first ever Spoken Word Competition at the Hotel Chelsea Second Life!The Last Poet Standing heat promised a prize of $1000L to "the last poet standing" and it is a test of endurance and performance skill, as poets are required to read in a "round robin" format, never reading the same poem twice.The heat began at 7:30 SLT and featured Gwendolyn,

Sim Slamming Saturday -Hot Chelsea Nights

2009-05-09T23:47:00.000-07:00

Once again, a FULL HOUSE as Musicians and poets packed the Lyceum Lounge at the Virtual Hotel Chelsea.Chelsea Girls and Bohemians danced long into the night to the music of some of SL's most talented singer songwriters.Mykal Skall started the night with an impromptu 45 minute warm up set to get things started at 2:15SLT. Followed by:Matthew Perrault performing originals off of his last two albums

Open Auditions a rousing success!

2009-05-09T09:32:00.001-07:00

We had our first open auditions here at the Chelsea and they were wonderful!We had Truelie Telling who did a marvelous job of entertaining us. We have booked three of the people who auditioned.Starflower Orbit who will be playing in our line up on May 23rd at 5pm. Along with Mason Thorne and Keiko!Also we booked Orson Pfohl who will be playing on May 30th at 4pm along with Clairede Dirval and

Friday Nights are Improv and Auditions!!

2009-05-08T10:52:00.000-07:00

Due to the overwhelming numbers of live musicians, poets, and spoken word artists who have been expressing interest in playing live at the Virtual Chelsea Hotel, we have set Friday nights starting at 4pm. as "Open Auditon Night". If you would like to try out and see if you fit our venue, please IM enola Vaher.What happens after auditions? Who knows at the Chelsea?

Room rates drop to entice the artistic and ecclectic.

2009-05-07T16:14:00.000-07:00

There were still a few vacant rooms at the Hotel as of yesterday, so we decided that we'd lower rates to attract the bohemians that were already sleeping in the lobby and on the street.There may be a few left, so get them while you can.Also there's been a lot of inquires about commercial space, so we began renovation of the storefronts across the street, these should be done by tomorrow evening,

Impromptu Musical Show Draws a Crowd.

2009-05-07T16:11:00.000-07:00

Last night at the Lyseum Lounge, an unannounced show took place... drawing on the talents and impulsivness of the gathered boheminas, Mykal Skall took the stage at some time before 7pm. SLT attended by a full house, following Mykal, Phiona Ember, and Buck Sideshow played into the night to delight of the Chelsea crowd. Griffins in the lobby, naked men flying over the stage, and spur of the moments

VIRTUAL CHELSEA OFFICIALLY SL's HOT SPOT!!!

2009-05-04T18:01:00.000-07:00

http://secondlife.com/showcase/

Grand Opening "Bring Back the Bards" an Incredible SUCCESS!!

2009-05-04T16:47:00.000-07:00

Virtual Chelsea Bohemians filled the Lyseum Lounge to be a part of this groundbreaking event, and filled the entire Sim as well.From 12-7pm. SLT (Second Life Time, add 3 hours for EST) it seemed to be the hottest ticket on the grid as the Sim stayed nearly full for all 7 hours!!!!!The night kicked off with Mykal Skall reading a prepared statement from the RL (Real Life) Residents of the Hotel

SL Meets RL Grand Opening Event Posted!

2009-05-03T16:44:00.000-07:00

Bring Back the Bards! Awareness Event at Hotel Chelsea Second LifeThe Hotel Chelsea is one of the last remaining art enclaves and bohemian outposts, which nurtured the musical contributions of artists such as Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, the Grateful Dead, Leonard Cohen and many more.The Hotel Chelsea in New York is under threat right now, as they have begun to demolish this great piece

RL Chelsea Hotel Blog Responds to Times article!

2009-05-02T13:18:00.000-07:00

http://www.chelseahotelblog.com/living_with_legends_the_h/When the Chelsea Hotel Mailboxes Go Missing The New York Times NoticesThe Bring Back the Bards campaign has taken root in another life thanks to the hard work and talent of Mykal Skall. We're glad to have him on board in our ongoing fight to preserve the 125-year-old tradition of artistic freedom at the Chelsea.Thanks also to Saki Knafo

RL Chelsea Resident Contacts the Virtual Chelsea

2009-04-30T15:28:00.000-07:00

Arthur "Artie" Nash, is the Chelsea resident who has been hanging the real "BRING BACK THE BARDS!" banners on the Chelsea. Mr. Nash, a writer, historical archivist and "founder of the Bring Back the Bards Campaign" has been living at the Chelsea since 2005; and among others knew Herbert Huncke and Dylan Thomas's sponsor, John Malcolm Brinnin who brought Thomas to the U.S.A.Mr. Nash has a great

Virtual Chelsea Event Hits youtube!!!

2009-04-30T13:13:00.000-07:00

The NY Times interview and poetry read was filmed and edited by SL Chelsea Resident Pooky Amsterdam's company "Pookymedia".Watch it here! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xz2iDwiM4B0

Chelsea Bohemian Poets Crash Sim!!!

2009-04-30T13:08:00.000-07:00

Thanks to the amazing talents of the Virtual Chelsea's Marketing Director Skylar Smythe, what was an impromptu poetry read, became a full blown Sim filling Event!We had so many people show up to read and listen to our great line up of poets, that some had to leave so that New York Times reporter "Saki Inkpen" could get in to interview Mykal!Here's a link to Sharon Schuman's flicker page with pics

New York Times Interviews Mykal amongst a Chelsea Poetry Read.

2009-04-30T13:03:00.000-07:00

From the Real Chelsea Hotel blog: http://www.chelseahotelblog.com/living_with_legends_the_h/Greedy Gangsters Will Never Control the Heart and Soul of the Chelsea: Mykal Skall’s Virtual Chelsea RulesIn an interview with Jeremiah Moss on the Vanishing New York blog, poet and musician Mykal Skall confesses that while most people come to NYC to see the Statue of Liberty or various other tourist

Pixel Scoop Writes about the RL/SL Hotels!!

2009-04-29T13:23:00.000-07:00

From Pixel Scoop: http://pixelscoop.net/2009/04/29/chelsea-hotel-second-life/The Chelsea Comes to Second Life™Having featured in films such as The Interpreter, Sid & Nancy and Nine 1/2 Weeks, several music hits and numerous books, the Bohemian hub that is the Chelsea Hotel, New York is something of a Mecca for the creative.More famed for its permanent residents than its guests, the hotel housed

Curbed.com Picks up Virtual Chelsea Story!!

2009-04-28T12:59:00.000-07:00

Hotel Chelsea's MetaverseTuesday, April 28, 2009, by LockhartBeyond the surprising news that people still hang out in the interactive world of Second Life, there's the equally surprising tidbit that the Hotel Chelsea is nearly perfectly represented inside its virtual environment. Blogger Jeremiah Moss talked to its creator and reports thusly: "We chatted a bit about the vanishing city. About

"Stan Bardenboar" Re-installed as Virtual Chelsea Manager, RL Residents see glimmer of hope!

2009-04-23T08:54:00.000-07:00

(from http://www.chelseahotelblog.com/)The Long Greedy Arms of Minority Shareholders Marlene Krauss and David Elder Do Not Extend to SLWe hear that there's a lot going on over there at the virtual Hotel Chelsea in Second Life. For starters, the "Bring Back the Bard" campaign has been SUCCESSFUL and as you can see from this screen grab Stanley Bard has been firmly installed behind the desk. And,

Surfinbird Cabaret becomes first RL/SL Chelsea Crossover!

2009-04-23T08:05:00.000-07:00

Surfinbird who is a RL photographer and long term resident of the Hotel Chelsea, visited the SL one. And thanks to his help and kind donations, we were able to make the Virtual hotel even more like the RL one!Surf will be taking up residence in the SL Chelsea, just like the RL one. Look for his work in the hallways and be sure to stop in and say hi!Thanks for all your help Surfinbird!!

Virtual Hotel Chelsea featured on Real Life Hotel Chelsea Blog!

2009-04-22T08:36:00.000-07:00

(from http://www.chelseahotelblog.com/)April 22, 2009Bards Reign Eternal in Virtual Hotel Chelsea on Second Life Been missing your mail? Pick it up at the virtual Chelsea Hotel on Second Life, where they still have the old time mailboxes. In a timeless hotel where Stanley Bard will always be the manager, cowboy artist David Combs still seems to be painting the lobby. May he paint