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I know, I know...all of you are saying, "So when can we see it?"

Well, I've been working fast and furiously on the testing, and it's almost there! The new stuff is really cool, and it's about to drop on the island very, very soon. Oh by the way, someone already guessed right on what it is: Congrats Genie7!

In the meantime, while we're spiffying up everything and polishing the buildings, we want to make sure that every islander can get a feel for what's coming! So let's start with a few teaser screenshots — just think of it like the "new features trailer," but less of a video thing.

Okay, so maybe not a trailer, but it's definitely a sneak peek into the new and exciting stuff that we've got going on the D/L!

Hey, with the new stuff coming and the holidays around the corner...why don't we get together and have a HUGE island bash!? I personally think having a "Hot Cocoa Snowboard Party" is always the way to go, but I'm totally up for ideas!

Let's make it happen! Everybody good with Monday, November 30th as the party date? It's the end of November and the beginning of the official snowy season of December, so we'll go out with a BIG island bang!

Yea or nay? Give a shout! Plus, let me know if you've got a cool pad to host. I've kinda been thinking of Randy's spot in the snowy neighborhood since he's got an ice skating rink, but let's see if anyone can top that idea! Post 'em up!

 
 

With the holidays just around the corner, we're seeing some pretty sweet homes pop up, filled with candy canes and pine trees — just take a look at the featured holiday house below! This one is filled with holiday goodness from the warm and cozy fireplace, to the Christmas lights all surrounding the house with their bright glow!

If you haven't checked it out yet, definitely go by and take a peek. You can almost smell the gingerbread and spices when you go in! Oh, not to mention it's built in our beautiful snowy neighborhood, making the home all the toastier!

 
 
 
 

My favorite is actually the "bay window seat" (the comfy bench with the hot chocolate and books you can snuggle up with)! It's just a perfect little spot! I mean, it's right next to the crackling fireplace, and you can even see out to the snowy mountains of the island — all while sipping on yummy cocoa! Mmm....

Know of or spotted a pretty awesome holiday house lately? Want to share with all the islanders? Then post the coordinates here, and we'll go out, take a peek, snap some pics, and share with the community!

Have you heard the buzz about all of the new features and fun stuff coming your way? Well, get ready...it's finally happening! They're going to be dropping in world soon!

If you want a clue about these new awesome features, well, let's just say it's related to "campus life." That's all I'm saying for now — can any of you islanders guess what it is?

Let's see which smarty-pants gets it right!

Yes, I have been M.I.A. for a few days because I caught the icky flu bug! So if you're feeling something coming on, bundle up around the island! I've had the worst sniffles and cough — anyone else caught it?

It's getting colder, and while the scarves, ice skating, pumpkin spiced drinks and hot cocoa are plopping down everywhere, so are the germies! Beware! Since I got defeated by it, I thought I'd share some tips to stay "flu-free" as much as possible for the holiday season!

• Wash your hands!
• Sneeze into the crook of your elbow
• Use hand sanitizers
• Keep your hands away from face

I know, I know, these sound like simple easy things — but they make all the difference! Sneezing into the crook of your elbow makes it harder for germs on your hands to touch your face, and last thing you want to do is smudge your island self with germs!

So, just a few tips just in case! 'Cause you never know...they just might come in handy!

Thanks to all of the ideas you've been sending, we've decided to host a haunted island party! Be afraid!

Well okay, maybe not afraid...but definitely be ready to have fun!

We're going to start with a haunted house contest to kick it off! You have till next week to submit a spooky design for all your fellow islanders to vote on! We're going to take pics and let everyone see how Halloween-ish your design is! It just has to reflect the October Halloween theme — you know, pumpkins, mazes, candy corn land, trick-or-treat central, haunted house style decorations...all of it!

In the meantime, we're going to be throwing an island costume party right in the town center of our new neighborhood, Emerald Lagoon! There's a fun open space for hanging out, dancing, and for everyone to show off their costumes!

Date: 10/30
Time: 4pm PT
Bring: Your spooky, decked-out-in-costume island self
Location: Emerald Lagoon

Catch you all there!

Can you believe it? It's already fall! It's like island time has tick-tocked super fast and summer is already gone! We've got a lot of new things coming, so stay tuned for those updates. There will be lots of new stuff, so don't hold your breath, it'll be here before you know it!

In the meantime, we're thinking about throwing an October bash to kick off the chilly weather! Got ideas? Let's hear them! Do you want to rock the island with a haunted house building contest? A pumpkin pie build-a-thon?

Send us your ideas and let all your fellow islanders decide how we are going to spook and celebrate Halloween!

I know, you've probably noticed that the new October fashions aren't in the GCK boutique just yet — turns out the original batch of clothing we'd shipped over there was taken over by alien ships! Well okay, not really...but we've got the island designers working on that and they'll be in ASAP! Stay tuned to "What's New" to see when they drop in-world!

Also, don't forget it's island tax time again! So if you own a piece of land anywhere on the island (hopefully you've picked out a cool lot on Emerald Lagoon too!), don't wait and hurry to SIRS today to get all that stuff done! Once you do that little tiny icon on your upper left hand corner will finally go away! I'm just paying mine now — see you in the SIRS building!

*Runs off to click the "pay tax" sign*

So I'm cruising through the new neighborhood today and come across the awesome house that jesusfreak012 is building! What caught my island eye were the super bright green patches of grass and the super serene fountain in the back garden. Just take a look at the pics!

 
 

The grass completes the look of the house, and it's just nice to see a nice lawn in the middle of a neighborhood built on water. Can't wait to see the rest of the house once the inside is furnished! Stop by and take a peek for yourself!

Post up any other new pads and hot spots that catch your eye around the island!

Matt has done it again! This time even outdoing his previous hang out spot. He's been building for islanders and this is the latest finished masterpiece. And those who have checked out the spot know that he always manages to add his own personal touch to the place. Just check out the pictures below!

I mean, there's a vista hang out spot with the ocean view of Emerald Lagoon, a stage on the roof, and stairs that take you down to the pool into the house. Wow. I know where I'm going for the end of summer party! What else have you seen on the island? Let us know and we'll feature the new home or hip spot here!

I'm off to scope out more cool builds, we should have a end of summer party celebration soon! Ideas for themes and place? Post 'em here!

If any of you have heard of the "Stratosphere Redux" done by Matt at 29S 70W, then you should know how massive the building is! It's also the perfect place to grab a table, sit down, and hang out with your fellow islanders.

Like I said, the place is HUGE, stacked full of tables, and of course, a VIP section in every corner for any islanders who want a personal nook of their own! The place spans over a street, making this mysterious tunnel like entrance. Just take a look for yourself!

 
 

So now that you know about this cool new spot, hurry up and check it out! And kudos to Matt for bringing the island yet another awesome build and hangout spot for peeps to kick back in! Woot!