Just in case you did, it's because the island techies are working on a few fixer uppers here and there. Things may be just a tad off and on today.

Hang tight and don't worry, we'll be back online real soon! Catch you on the island!

Alrighty islanders, with the new neighborhood dropping in world, we'd love to know what you think of it!

Personally, it's my fave! I love the sparkling waters and stilts — especially the plants and boats around the town center. The open building just reminds me of a Victorian beach town carnival...super creative! But I alsoknow what some of you mean about building and having objects kinda tucked under the bridge.

But hey, it's still a really awesome neighborhood — and it's new, so let's build! Oh, and if you start seeing awesome homes that you like, be sure to post the coordinates, and we'll go snap some pics and feature them here!

Give us the scoop and let us know what you think!

P.S. If you haven't paid your island taxes yet, better hop on it! I just did (I know, I know...I was a bit late) so here's a little reminder for all of you who are like me and are close to missing the deadline: Don't delay!

If you haven't heard the island news and buzz, Emerald Lagoon is here and live!

Thinking about a new place? Looking to build a dream home somewhere new and fun on the island? Look no further! The new neighborhood is built on stilts, almost like it's floating on water. The coolest thing is that all of you islanders helped us design and name it, so go check it out!

Sporting a cool, beachy, Victorian theme, neighborhood plots are now open for all of you to buy. So don't wait — hurry up and pick one out today because they're going to go pretty quick!

Oh, if you want to learn more about how to buy and island plot, just visit an ATM on the island and take the mortgage lesson. If you've done that already and just want to learn more about how to make your dream home a virtual reality, visit the SI Realty Building, or gram all the cool island builders like simgirl111, Shag, lostpoet, Genie7, RandLH, Darthvader, or Haileyhorse15! They've all had their homes entered in contests or have been recognized by the island as awesome builders. I know they're all psyched to help out any newbies, so just post your island name here so they can gram you in world!

I'm heading over to pick out a vacay spot for myself, so catch ya in the new hood...Emerald Lagoon!

 

Put your hands together as we welcome the newest island neighborhood…Emerald Lagoon! It’s built with a Victorian theme and is on stilts in the water — its uniqueness makes it the hottest new spot to be!

Hurry and purchase your own plot there to build a dream home today! If you want to learn more about how to build, visit our SI Realty Building. And if you’d like to learn more about purchasing island land, visit your ATM and take the mortgage lesson!

Grab your island popcorn, and let's sit down and watch a flick on the big screen!

But wait! If you're thinking this is the big screen theater, think again! Not only is this an original island theater left behind by other islanders that used to use it every weekend, it's also one of the first (and original) drive-in movie theaters. There's an awesome old ticket booth, parking spots, surround sound speakers...the real deal!

Built by Shag, it's available for everyone to come and check out. Bring your friends, jump into your island ride and come check out what's playing!

Of course, I've heard rumors that it's abandoned, but I guess you'll have to go to see it first and decide for yourself. Who knows, if enough islanders swing by, maybe Shag will put on a good flick for us! (*hint hint*)

If you haven't checked it out yet, be sure to go check out a piece of island history! Or at least try to drive by for a quick show.

Me, I'm grabbing my island ride and getting a front row seat! Catch ya there!

 
 

A ginormous cupcake has landed on the island! Have you seen or heard about it? Have you tried to cut a piece and eat the awesome virtual island dessert? I have!

Well, no, not really.  But the cupcake is still really big and worth seeing!

 

Just drop into 12N and 45W to behold the one and only BIG cupcake – and I mean BIG! If we had the island world records, this dessert just might win!

Don't believe me? Go check it out!

We've had tennis courts, football fields, and most recently a baseball diamond. But now we can even shoot some island hoops! Yup, thanks to lostpoet's new pad, you can go and dunk some basketballs!

 

His house is not only decked out with a GINORMOUS kitchen, but it's also got a pretty sick interior with fancy decorations — just check out the pics below!

 
 

If you haven't stopped by, be sure to swing on in for a peek — Lostpoet's always building new and fancy things for the island. And don't forget to bring your mad ball skills to the island court!

The August fashion is here at GCK, and it's better than ever!

This month, we're featuring — for the very first time — a purse for girls! Its unique design comes with a shirt and scarf, so don't delay and pick one up soon before the month is over!

Oh, and for guys we have a brown baseball cap that comes with every kind of hair color — check it out and choose the one (or ones) that you can't do without!

Remember, these are all limited edition items! Don't miss out...head over to GCK today!

 

Don't hold your breath...the new neighborhood is just around the corner!

It's actually become my favorite one of all of the 'hoods we have right now. And it was possible only because of all YOUR awesome islander ideas! So thanks again to everyone who submitted, voted, and created this new hot spot — let's put our virtual hands together as we welcome the new, mysterious, and sparkling neighborhood: EMERALD LAGOON!

 

This is just a sneak peek — the neighborhood itself is full of new and exciting building opportunities! Get ready, because once it drops in world those plots will be swept up fast! If you don't have your virtual banking accounts all organized, be sure to get 'em ready!