The Community Virtual Library (CVL) has moved to Imagination Island, and the new location has provided a nice backdrop for the auditorium, main library, reference area, Exhibit area, meeting spaces, and the InfoPub. The ladies responsible for moving and setting this up are Abbey Zenith, Rolig Loon, and Bud Ballyhoo. They have done a fantastic job in creating a pleasing atmosphere for librarians and visitors. Here are some photos from a recent tour:
The auditorium comes complete with resizeable stage, projection screen, and HUD to show slides.
Rolig Loon gave an informative tour of the Main Library with its collection of copiable books, audiobooks, and many other resources.
The reference area includes maps of the sim, group event boards, and a reference desk manned by CVL volunteers. There is also a changing area outside.
Abbey explained that Snow Scarmon is in charge of booking the Exhibit area where different exhibits can be displayed on a monthly basis. Currently, the Math in 3D is up.
The event space is a large area that can be divided into two sections or left as one. It is reserved by the CVL Google calendar. Set up and take down is done right before and after the event.
The tour ended with an impromptu dance at the new site of the InfoPub where the Infogroupies will continue their regularly scheduled Monday and Friday 5 pm SLT dances. Members of Infogroupies who don't need to create a set can also use the InfoPub for their own events such as rez days or theme parties.
It is the hope of the CVL to put their new home on Imagination to good use and to welcome visitors.
Reference Desk: Imagination Island (151, 210, 28)
I recently went to Muddy's Music Cafe at Leos Cove with a friend. We were looking for a place with live music at an early hour on a Sunday. We also were more in the mood for dressing casual than formal and were happy to find Muddy's. It seems the place features live music at most hours (the DJ that morning was Australian). It also has a nice, relaxed atmosphere with most people dressed in jeans and seems to attract a crowd of regulars and newcomers alike. 
It's been a busy time for me in RL, so I haven't had much time to post about my SL explorations, but I wanted to end the year with some information about two immersive sites definitely worth visiting. I'm not sure how long Christmas Town will be up, and I have to admit I did not explore all of it, but the skating ride through the castle was incredible. I won't ruin the surprise for you, but let's just say you will enjoy it, and you don't even need to bring or buy any skates. Just hop on either the single or couples skate balls outside the castle and be prepared to enter an adventure as you glide along through some magical scenes along with holiday music and some fun skating animations. You also have the option to walk through the scenes to get more views of this beautiful "ride."
The second immersive experience I recommend is also the second performance by the Synthetic Theater (see my previous review of the Ninety Nine Percent which is also still playing). The new show, Jabba Jabba Jabba, is even more immersive than the first. There's a lot of action as your avatar is taken control of, but don't worry, you will survive. At 75 lindens per show, it is still a steal (the shorter Ninety Nine per cent is 50 lindens). 
I visited Summer Town USA before the Fourth of July (and like similar places -- the St. Pat's Town, etc.), there were some cute things to see and buy. I especially liked marching in the parade (and the free marching outfit and instruments) as well as the fireworks, music, pie eating contest, cotton candy, and some of the games especially hopscotch and the sack race. The drive-in was fun, also, even though I couldn't get the movie to play. Here are some pics:
