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SUMMARY:Mathematics Club
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/maths-club-11/
LOCATION:Maths Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T100000
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SUMMARY:Modes of Thinking
DESCRIPTION:Famed Autistic Temple Grandin has a new book out in which she describes how she thinks in images rather than words. Recently\, it has become known that some people have a running internal linguistic monologue in their head and others do not. Synesthesia is the experience “seeing” a color associated with hearing a sound. How do deaf people think? Join us in an exploration of how thinking works\, how it is subjectively experienced\, and what that experience might mean. \nCome prepared to share your own experiences in a wide ranging casual conversation.   
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/beragons-bistro-5/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230513T210000
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SUMMARY:Space Conference
DESCRIPTION:Space Conference\nIn March this year\, I had the pleasure of attending the International Space Convention (ISC)\, which featured discussions involving over 160 esteemed speakers in the space industry on some of the biggest topics in the field. During the discussions I picked up valuable insights on developments such as edge computing\, space training\, and orbital habitats. In the spirit that drives the science circle’s moon-base endeavour I hope to share some of these insights and tell you why the future of the space industry excites me. \n  \nIs this the first time you will attend a presentation with us?\nFollow this link first.
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/space-conference/
LOCATION:Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230514T070000
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CREATED:20230504T074820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T074820Z
UID:12408-1684047600-1684051200@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-53/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230517T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230504T075539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T075539Z
UID:12418-1684342800-1684346400@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Mathematics Club
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/maths-club-12/
LOCATION:Maths Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T100000
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UID:12402-1684576800-1684580400@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:The Benefits of Getting Back to Nature
DESCRIPTION:This is a presentation on the psychology of the aging mind by Phil Youngblood\n\nI would like Science Circle members to be aware of the Healthy Aging Through Lifelong Learning Conference that runs from May 15-May 21\, 2023 in Second Life (https://www.agelessmindproject.org/events/) and is sponsored by Whole Brain Health\, one of our long-standing neighbors associated with the Virtual Worlds Education Consortium (VWEC). \nFrom 10-11am SLT on 20 May\, I will presenting on “The Benefits of Getting Back to Nature” at this conference. Here is a description of my event:\n“Numerous studies have shown an association between exposure to or interaction with urban\, rural\, and virtual natural environments and positive effects on mental and physical health in children and adults of all demographics. I will share my own experiences and then lead a facilitated discussion on our shared lived experiences with this topic. Participants will have access to an annotated bibliography of 20 articles and studies.” \nDo you have a relationship with nature? Have you always had? Or did you get ‘back to nature’ recently or would like to do so when you get the chance? You are invited to share your experiences and ideas at this forum. \nRelated article: A Texas Nature Ranger \n\nNOTE: Please join me at “Inspiration Bay” this day instead of in the SC amphitheater where we usually meet.
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/back-to-nature/
LOCATION:Inspiration Bay
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230520T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230425T100941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T100941Z
UID:12361-1684616400-1684620000@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Milanchovich Cycles
DESCRIPTION:Milanchovich Cycles\nAbstract Pending\, watch this space! \n  \nIs this the first time you will attend a presentation with us?\nFollow this link first.
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/milanchovich-cycles/
LOCATION:Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230521T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230504T074924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T074924Z
UID:12410-1684652400-1684656000@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-54/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230524T170000
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CREATED:20230504T075649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T075649Z
UID:12420-1684947600-1684951200@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Mathematics Club
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/maths-club-13/
LOCATION:Maths Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230527T100000
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SUMMARY:Bugs and Babies: Endosymbiotic Embryogenesis in Carpenter Ants
DESCRIPTION:Bugs and Babies:  Endosymbiotic Embryogenesis in Carpenter Ants\nEndosymbiosis is deeply embedded (pun intended) in the history of life on earth\, from the origin of eukaryotic cells to light-producing organs in squid.  This is the story of how some bacteria inserted themselves into the developmental pathway of carpenter ants to wind up both in the gut\, where they help with digestion\, and in the gametes\, where they ensure their transmission to the next generation. \nBy Dr. Mary Anne Clark
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/bugs-and-babies/
LOCATION:Auditorium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230527T210000
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CREATED:20230425T101021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T101151Z
UID:12362-1685221200-1685224800@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Places in Second Life
DESCRIPTION:Places in Second Life\nWe invite you to join us in a discussion of places in Second Life\, those you visit regularly\, or rarely\, but appreciate nonetheless. If you have a beautiful recommendations for us\, be sure to share it here! \n  \nIs this the first time you will attend a presentation with us?\nFollow this link first.
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/places-in-second-life/
LOCATION:SC East Meeting Spot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230528T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230528T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230504T075027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T075027Z
UID:12412-1685257200-1685260800@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-55/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230531T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230531T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230504T075802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T075802Z
UID:12422-1685552400-1685556000@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Mathematics Club
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/maths-club-14/
LOCATION:Maths Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T110000
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SUMMARY:Darwin in the Mauritius
DESCRIPTION:Darwin in the Mauritius\nBy Phil Youngblood\, PhD \nJUNE IS FIELD TRIP MONTH! \n  \nOur first field trip this year will be to the area around the replica of the HMS Beagle on Science Circle Island. The Exhibit “Darwin in the Mauritius” is divided into two sections: The Second Voyage of the HMS Beagle (along the wharf) and the Theory of Evolution (along the beach). \n  \nThe Second Voyage of the HMS Beagle \nWhen you hear the name Charles Darwin you might think of his work in the Galapagos Islands\, but the HMS Beagle traveled around the world\, and it was his observations at different locations along the way that led to his explanations for what he saw. \nThe HMS Beagle was a British survey ship whose mission included a variety of things\, including recording the weather\, calibrating a chronometer (used for calculating latitude)\, measuring coastal water depths\, studying rocks\, and a biological survey. Among the places that the HMS Beagle visited was the island of Mauritius near Madagascar off East Africa. \nA series of posters along the wharf walk visitors through highlights of the Second Voyage of the HMS Beagle. \n  \nThe Theory of Evolution \nTwo rows of posters continue along the beach on the other side of the HMS Beagle. There are also 3D animals in the area on the land in in this ocean that might be found on Mauritius. \nIn this display\, visitors will find information on how life is classified\, principally families leading to humans\, including Holozoa (1100Mya) Animalia (760Mya)\, Vertebrata (520Mya)\, Tetrapoda (400Mya) Therapsida (300Mya)\, Mammalia (165Mya)\, Placental Animals (65Mya)\, Hominidae (17Mya)\, and Humans (0.35Mya) and other recent adaptations such as Ants (100Mya)\, Tortoises (65Mya)\, Bats and Parrots (50Mya)  \n  \nOther posters show how fetuses like very much alike among a diversity of animals\, how something as complicated as the eye could evolve\, and what we understand about human evolution. \nCome join us on the first field trip of June 2023!
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/mauritius/
LOCATION:H.M.S. Beagle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230603T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230528T072142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T045249Z
UID:12490-1685826000-1685829600@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Fieldtrip: Abyss Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Abyss Observatory\n“The sea is everything. It covers seven tenths of the terrestrial globe. Its breath is pure and healthy. It is an immense desert\, where man is never lonely\, for he feels life stirring on all sides. The sea is only the embodiment of a supernatural and wonderful existence. It is nothing but love and emotion; it is the `Living Infinite\,′ as one of your poets has said.” ~Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea \nToday we will visit the Abyss Observatory! \n  \nIs this the first time you will attend a presentation with us?\nFollow this link first.
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/abyss-observatory/
LOCATION:Abyss Observatory
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230604T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230604T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230526T180010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T180010Z
UID:12458-1685862000-1685865600@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-56/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T110000
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CREATED:20230526T190613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T053727Z
UID:12478-1686391200-1686394800@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Mount Grace Priory (in OpenSim)
DESCRIPTION:MOUNT GRACE PRIORY\n  \nThis is a 4-sim simulation of a 15th Century Carthusian Priory\, reconstructed as it was then using site plans and architectural drawings obtained from English Heritage\, the UK’s historic monuments heritage protection organisation. \n  \nUse the LM to go to the Briefing Area and read the briefing notes in English and French; and then click on the onward link in the corner to start your tour at ground level. \n  \nAs you explore\, click on the Information Stones to receive bilingual notes and illustrations about 15th Century life. You can cut-and-paste these to your hard disc if you want to print out an illustrated brochure as a record of your visit. \n  \nFor more details\, including links to two Powerpoint shows held in Dropbox\, (one describes the simulation\, and the other provides details of how it was constructed)\, please contact either \n  \nChristi Maeterlinck in Second Life; or \nChristii Maeterlinck (note the two ‘is’) in the Science Circle grid\, or Opensim generally. \n  \nNote: Make sure you have an OpenSim account and avatar ready\, days before the field trip. Starting this process on the day itself does not guarantee access! \nAre you new to our own Grid\, follow the instructions here. \nSC Grid Interface
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/in-opensim/
LOCATION:Mount Grace Piory in OpenSim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230610T220000
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CREATED:20230604T105437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230604T105456Z
UID:12537-1686430800-1686434400@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Ancient Egypt
DESCRIPTION:Ancient Egypt\nThis week\, we will visit an Ancient Egyptian themed sim\, filled with a little bit of history\, fun and mystery! \n  \n  \nIs this the first time you will attend a presentation with us?\nFollow this link first.
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/egypt/
LOCATION:Science Circle region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230611T070000
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CREATED:20230526T180221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T180221Z
UID:12460-1686466800-1686470400@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
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URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-57/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230529T055012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T044451Z
UID:12498-1686996000-1686999600@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Abyssinia (in Open Sim)
DESCRIPTION:  \nAbyssinia\, which is intended as a living museum & educational resource on the Science Circle’s OpenSim grid\, is my reconstruction of archaeological & historical sites in Tigray (northern Ethiopia) & Eritrea that date from at least 1000 BCE through roughly 800 CE. I excavated at or visited several of these sites decades ago (1969-1972)\, & now am restoring parts of them virtually to recreate their prominence during their heyday. I had created a similar project on Second Life more than a decade ago\, but technical & financial issues prevented its continuation\, so I am grateful to have been able to created it again.   \n  \nThe first site reconstructed included two major buildings & other parts of Yeha\, capital of the kingdom then known as Di’amat\, located in Tigray\, that was a major power for a few hundred years beginning around 3000 years ago.  \n  \n  \n  \nMy next project was Metera\, one of the most significant archaeological sites in Eritrea. Metera dates back at least as far as Yeha\, & became a major city in the trade route between the Red Sea coast & Aksum\, the city that rose following the fall of Yeha. My Metera site includes a palace from the Aksumite period\, representative of several that have been excavated there\, with some additional features taken from palaces excavated at Aksum. \n  \nSubsequently I have added a number of other sites. Aksum itself is represented by the huge royal palace\, a pair of royal burial chapels\, & several other features characteristic of the city.  \n  \n  \n  \nThe Red Sea port is seen in two periods: first\, as Punt\, the region famously visited by Egyptian traders\, & then as Adulis\, the port city that enabled Aksum to become one of the 4 great powers of the 3rd century according to the historian Mani\, along with Rome\, Persia\, & China.  \n  \n \n  \nI also have added Qohaito\, another important Eritrean site\, & a major city on the Aksumite trade route some distance north of Metera. It is famed now for the ancient dam which still provides water for local cattle.  \n  \n  \n  \n \nDebre Dammo\, the important monastery in Tigray\, has been extensively recreated\, including the 9th Century church & the monks’ quarters atop the flat mountain\, which is only accessible by a climb up a vertical cliff\, pulling oneself up on a thick braided rawhide rope. \nBarentu\, a site in western Eritrea\, is included to show some ancient technology that is still in use there. Nearby are examples of houses traditional to Eritrea\, distinct from those in Tigray. Still under construction is Bahar Dar\, the city on the shore of Lake Tsana\, the source of the Blue Nile\, & the Blue Nile Falls which are nearby. \n  \nAlso still in preparation are delivery systems at each site that will provide notecards containing a self-tour of that region. \n  \nThe Home Area\, which is the primary landing place for all of Abyssinia\, contains information\, illustrations\, & teleport buttons to all of the regions\, along with some seats for resting or discussion in the shade of a Bedouin tent.  \n  \nThroughout all regions there are displays with multiple photos being displayed in slide show fashion showing illustrations of related subjects in the region. They are best viewed by taking the time for each in turn to cycle through its entire contents.  \n  \nBarentu\, a site in western Eritrea\, is included to show some ancient technology that is still in use there. Nearby are examples of houses traditional to Eritrea\, distinct from those in Tigray. Just completed are Bahar Dar\, the city on the shore of Lake Tsana\, the source of the Blue Nile\, along with the Blue Nile Falls which are nearby\, & the 500 year old bridge over the Blue Nile built by Emperor Susenyos. \n  \nStill in preparation are delivery systems at each site that will provide notecards containing a self-tour of that region. \n  \nSome regions have arrows in the ground indicating the way to points of interest within easy walking distance. In others\, there are secondary teleport buttons (indicated by smaller fonts for the labels) that take the visitor to more distant points of interest within the region. \n  \nNote: it is recommended that for the clearest view of the site’s details\, at least during one’s first visit\, environment controls be set to Midday. Feel free to change to a more artistic lighting on subsequent visits. \nA field trip with Archaeologist Skip Dahlgren \n  \nNote: Make sure you have an OpenSim account and avatar ready\, days before the field trip. Starting this process on the day itself does not guarantee access! \nAre you new to our own Grid\, follow the instructions here. \nSC Grid Interface \n  \n 
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/in-open-sim/
LOCATION:Abyssinia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T210000
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CREATED:20230608T034006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T034006Z
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SUMMARY:Abyssinia (in Open Sim)
DESCRIPTION:Abyssinia (in Open Sim)\n \nAbyssinia\, which is intended as a living museum & educational resource on the Science Circle’s OpenSim grid\, is my reconstruction of archaeological & historical sites in Tigray (northern Ethiopia) & Eritrea that date from at least 1000 BCE through roughly 800 CE. I excavated at or visited several of these sites decades ago (1969-1972)\, & now am restoring parts of them virtually to recreate their prominence during their heyday. I had created a similar project on Second Life more than a decade ago\, but technical & financial issues prevented its continuation\, so I am grateful to have been able to created it again. \n  \n \n  \nThe first site reconstructed included two major buildings & other parts of Yeha\, capital of the kingdom then known as Di’amat\, located in Tigray\, that was a major power for a few hundred years beginning around 3000 years ago. \n  \n  \n \nMy next project was Metera\, one of the most significant archaeological sites in Eritrea. Metera dates back at least as far as Yeha\, & became a major city in the trade route between the Red Sea coast & Aksum\, the city that rose following the fall of Yeha. My Metera site includes a palace from the Aksumite period\, representative of several that have been excavated there\, with some additional features taken from palaces excavated at Aksum. \n  \n  \n \nSubsequently I have added a number of other sites. Aksum itself is represented by the huge royal palace\, a pair of royal burial chapels\, & several other features characteristic of the city. \n  \n  \nThe Red Sea port is seen in two periods: first\, as Punt\, the region famously visited by Egyptian traders\, & then as Adulis\, the port city that enabled Aksum to become one of the 4 great powers of the 3rd century according to the historian Mani\, along with Rome\, Persia\, & China. \n \n  \nI also have added Qohaito\, another important Eritrean site\, & a major city on the Aksumite trade route some distance north of Metera. It is famed now for the ancient dam which still provides water for local cattle. \n  \n  \nDebre Dammo\, the important monastery in Tigray\, has been extensively recreated\, including the 9th Century church & the monks’ quarters atop the flat mountain\, which is only accessible by a climb up a vertical cliff\, pulling oneself up on a thick braided rawhide rope. \nBarentu\, a site in western Eritrea\, is included to show some ancient technology that is still in use there. Nearby are examples of houses traditional to Eritrea\, distinct from those in Tigray. Still under construction is Bahar Dar\, the city on the shore of Lake Tsana\, the source of the Blue Nile\, & the Blue Nile Falls which are nearby. \n  \nAlso still in preparation are delivery systems at each site that will provide notecards containing a self-tour of that region. \nThe Home Area\, which is the primary landing place for all of Abyssinia\, contains information\, illustrations\, & teleport buttons to all of the regions\, along with some seats for resting or discussion in the shade of a Bedouin tent. \nThroughout all regions there are displays with multiple photos being displayed in slide show fashion showing illustrations of related subjects in the region. They are best viewed by taking the time for each in turn to cycle through its entire contents. \nBarentu\, a site in western Eritrea\, is included to show some ancient technology that is still in use there. Nearby are examples of houses traditional to Eritrea\, distinct from those in Tigray. Just completed are Bahar Dar\, the city on the shore of Lake Tsana\, the source of the Blue Nile\, along with the Blue Nile Falls which are nearby\, & the 500 year old bridge over the Blue Nile built by Emperor Susenyos. \nStill in preparation are delivery systems at each site that will provide notecards containing a self-tour of that region. \nSome regions have arrows in the ground indicating the way to points of interest within easy walking distance. In others\, there are secondary teleport buttons (indicated by smaller fonts for the labels) that take the visitor to more distant points of interest within the region. \n  \nNote: it is recommended that for the clearest view of the site’s details\, at least during one’s first visit\, environment controls be set to Midday. Feel free to change to a more artistic lighting on subsequent visits. \nA field trip with Archaeologist Skip Dahlgren \n  \nNote: Make sure you have an OpenSim account and avatar ready\, days before the field trip. Starting this process on the day itself does not guarantee access! \nAre you new to our own Grid\, follow the instructions here. \nSC Grid Interface
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/abyssinia-in-open-sim/
LOCATION:Abyssinia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230618T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230618T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230526T180325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T180325Z
UID:12462-1687071600-1687075200@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-58/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230611T072821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230618T090504Z
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SUMMARY:Second Life Birthday 20 YEARS
DESCRIPTION:Second Life’s 20th anniversary also marks Science Circle’s 15th anniversary.\nToday at 10 AM and 9 PM PDT we will take you on our last field trip. \nThis year’s theme is Our Fantastic Future. \n  \n“We are pleased to announce our Birthday theme for this year: Our Fantastic Future. The cornerstone of this idea is what we would define as eco-futurism including sustainability\, a focus on our environment\, and the next generation of our world. Some might call this science fiction\, but what is science fiction except a dream for a possible future? In Second Life we build worlds. Our worlds\, our way.” \n  \nIMPORTANT: \nSince most of us are Region hoppers\, it is recommended that you clear your Cache before TP-ing to the location.\nMe > Preferences > Advanced > Clear Cache > Ok \n  \nWe start at our home location and would be delighted if you join us!
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/slb-20-years/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230624T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230611T072924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230618T090453Z
UID:12556-1687640400-1687644000@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Second Life Birthday 20 YEARS
DESCRIPTION:Second Life’s 20th anniversary also marks Science Circle’s 15th anniversary.\nToday at 10 AM and 9 PM PDT we will take you on our last field trip. \nThis year’s theme is Our Fantastic Future. \n  \n“We are pleased to announce our Birthday theme for this year: Our Fantastic Future. The cornerstone of this idea is what we would define as eco-futurism including sustainability\, a focus on our environment\, and the next generation of our world. Some might call this science fiction\, but what is science fiction except a dream for a possible future? In Second Life we build worlds. Our worlds\, our way.” \n  \nIMPORTANT: \nSince most of us are Region hoppers\, it is recommended that you clear your Cache before TP-ing to the location.\nMe > Preferences > Advanced > Clear Cache > Ok \n  \nWe start at our home location and would be delighted if you join us!
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/sl-20/
LOCATION:Jude
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230625T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230625T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230526T180432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T180432Z
UID:12464-1687676400-1687680000@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-59/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230702T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230702T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230701T183259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T183259Z
UID:12587-1688281200-1688284800@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-60/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230709T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230709T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230701T183411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T183411Z
UID:12589-1688886000-1688889600@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-61/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230715T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230701T180320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T180347Z
UID:12571-1689415200-1689418800@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Human Evolution
DESCRIPTION:It seems like we constantly learn new things about Neanderthals that suggest they were more like us than we thought. We have also discovered more types of early humans such as Denisovans. Neanderthals and Denisovans are much older (that is\, they arose much earlier) than we did and lived in Europe or Asia\, but we came out of Africa. This is a little confusing. Please join us at the SC Lighthouse venue to try to unpack what to make of this new information and to learn about the evolution of humans more broadly. \n  \nResources: \nA Neanderthal Perspective on Human Origins – 2014 \nThe complex evolution of homo sapiens – 1\,000\,000 to 30\,000 years ago \nNeanderthal symbolism and ornament manufacture: The bursting of a bubble? \nBirch tar production does not prove Neanderthal behavioral complexity \nMeet the Ancestors \n  \nDiscussion led by Matt Burr (Beragon Betts)
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/human-evolution/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230722T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230722T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230701T182402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T144546Z
UID:12575-1690009200-1690012800@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Aging
DESCRIPTION:We will discuss the science and implications and potential approaches to better aging. Hosted by a molecular biologist with experience relevant to the field. Specific videos TBD. \nStephen Gasior (Xootfly). Stephen is an expert in DNA repair and highly knowledgeable about human genomics and has published in those fields. Please join him as he curates a selection of relevant videos and leads discussion on aging topics. \n\n  \n  \nHow young blood might help reverse aging. Yes\, really | Tony Wyss-Coray \nTony Wyss-Coray studies the impact of aging on the human body and brain. In this eye-opening talk\, he shares new research from his Stanford lab and other teams which shows that a solution for some of the less great aspects of old age might actually lie within us all. \nIs Aging Reversible? A Scientific Look with David Sinclair | David Sinclair \nHave you ever wondered how long you will live? And if so\, how could you change that number to live drastically longer? The science might be in your favor: follow David Sinclair\, Australian biologist and professor of genetics at Harvard University\, as he shares his research on slowing and reversing the process of aging in mice\, and how the same technology may someday be transferable to humans. David Sinclair\, Australian biologist and professor of genetics at Harvard University\, shares his insightful research into the science of age reversal and anti-aging medicine. \nDavid Sinclair\, Australian biologist and professor of genetics at Harvard University\, shares his insightful research into the science of age reversal and anti-aging medicine. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. \n 
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/aging/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230723T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230723T080000
DTSTAMP:20260407T151936
CREATED:20230701T183634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T183634Z
UID:12593-1690095600-1690099200@www.sciencecircle.org
SUMMARY:Classical Concert
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sciencecircle.org/event/cc-63/
LOCATION:The Lighthouse Café
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