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Celebrate Easter in There.com: A Virtual Springtime Adventure

Easter is a time for renewal, joy, and connection—and what better place to celebrate than in the colorful, welcoming world of There.com? Whether you’re miles away from loved ones or simply looking for a fun, festive way to mark the season, There offers the perfect virtual escape to connect with friends and family. This year, we’re hopping into the Easter spirit with a basketful of exciting events and activities. The Easter line-up is bursting with egg-citing events—check out everything in store below!

Clucky’s Egg Hunt: The Ultimate Virtual Scavenger Hunt

Get ready to channel your inner detective with Clucky’s Egg Hunt! Search across the scenic There islands for 20 hidden Easter eggs tucked away in surprising spots. It’s a fun, interactive way to explore the virtual world while enjoying the thrill of the hunt. Can you find them all?

Clucky's Easter Egg Hunt in the virtual world There.com.

NellieRachel’s Easter Gin

Grab a partner for several rounds of Gin. Play no elimination Gin and win special prizes. Read the rule book at the entrance. Event starts 4:00 pm Pacific April 16th.

Cross Country Racing: The Great Egg Chase

Spring has sprung and so had the ultimate egg hunt! Race through blooming landscapes, chasing clues hidden in colorful eggs left behind by a mischievous bunny. Event starts at 1:00 pm Pacific April 18th.

Photo Credit: LadyMisty

Dragon Rider’s Easter Gin

New location at Misty Ridge! Join us April 19th at 4:00 pm Pacific for a round of cards. Bring your partner and dress up in pastels or use an Easter prop for a chance to be entered into the special dice roll. Play cards to earn prizes, first place 15,000 Therebucks, second place 10,000 Therebucks and third place 5,000 Therebucks.

Photo Credit: LadyMisty

Books and Tea

Join your host Jessica_6 every Sunday to enjoy some tea while you discuss books with friends. Bring your Easter basket or dress up in pastel colors. Join Books and Tea at 1:00 pm Pacific Easter Sunday on April 20th.

Photo Credit: Francis_7

RobbyBoy Cards Gin

Join your host RobbyBoy every Sunday at 4:00 pm Pacific for the cards Gin tournament! This is a combined Gin event brining together the best Gin players for an evening of fun. Doors close at 15 minutes after. Wear your bunny ears!

Misty’s Easter Spades

Play a round of Spades with friends at Misty’s Spades Club on Easter Sunday at 4:00 pm Pacific. Wear pastel-colored clothes or hold a special Easter prop to be entered into a special dice roll. Come with a partner or if you don’t have one you can be matched up. Bring your A game!

Photo Credit: B_A_B_S

Easter isn’t complete without a touch of homey charm. Deck out your virtual home in pastels, bunnies, and blossoms to show off your springtime creativity. Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch or just want to snap a few cute screenshots, this is your moment to shine. Check out the Auctions for Easter decorations.

Don’t let distance keep you from celebrating. This Easter, join us in There.com—where fun, friendship, and a whole lot of eggs are just a click away.

See you there—and happy Easter!

Photo Credit: Racesmart

Clucky’s Easter Egg Hunt in There.com

Image Credit: Orielle

Got some time to spare and looking for a fun online challenge? Try your luck at Clucky’s Easter Egg Hunt! Clucky the fearless mascot of the virtual world There.com has hidden twenty special eggs throughout the islands. Go at it alone or team up with friends in this hard and incredibly challenging egg hunt.

Twenty one-of-a-kind eggs have been hidden all throughout There.com and at Landmark locations. They are on the smaller side, so look for a companion flower that grows near the egg that makes it easier to spot in the wild. None of the eggs will be hidden in any member-owned Neighborhoods, FunZones, ClubHouses or ThereHouses. Use the Island Maps to locate and teleport to points of interest to hunt for eggs. Your There membership also provides you with the Explorer Pack. As you play and spend time in-world landmarks and points of interest will populate your Saved Favorites Teleport locations. You can find them by going to Places on your menu bar and clicking on Go To Favorite. Click to teleport to all of your There populated Saved Favorites and run around to hunt for eggs. It’s good to go on the hunt with friends because your buddy may have more Saved Favorites than you do, and they can help teleport to places you may have never explored before.

Be warned, the hunt is not easy! Be prepared to put in a couple of hours of work hunting down twenty eggs in the virtual environment of There. The full results are not in yet, but everyone who has embarked on the journey so far are all missing the same super hard egg. Rumor has it the elusive egg was found, but evidence of the discovery has not been collected yet!

Where do I start the hunt?

There are Clucky Hidden Eggs events around-the-clock. Go to the Activities Page and search the keyword Clucky. Sign up for an event and it will take you to a starting point. You’ll enter a ThereHouse called Messy Closet. Look for a brochure and an example of Clucky’s one-of-a-kind egg you will need to look for on the hunt. There is no particular order to hunt the eggs in. It’s all about trial and error when you’re on the hunt. It’s helpful to turn on Zone boundary lines to look for PAZes far off in the distance that might be hiding one of Clucky’s special eggs. To locate the yellow boundary lines of a PAZ click Ctrl+Shift+N three times. Try teleporting to a Saved Favorite spot and then turn on your Zone boundary lines and look nearby the teleport point for a hidden egg.

What do I do when I locate one of Clucky’s Eggs?

When you come across one of Clucky’s twenty hidden eggs, you’ll need to document it as proof you found it! Take a screenshot of your Avatar and the egg. Email the screenshot to CluckyTheChickenOfThere@gmail.com. Enter “I found one of Clucky’s eggs!” in the subject line of your email. Make sure to include your username if your nametag is turned off in the photo. Other members are allowed to be in your screenshot so the more the merrier! Have fun and think of creative ways to pose for the picture! Dressing up and holding Props is also a fun way to spice up your egg pics. Check out Orielle’s Tips for taking great screenshots.

It’s super important that you do not post your Clucky Egg Hunt screenshots to social media! We want to keep the egg locations secret until the end of the hunt. You don’t want to spoil the fun for everyone else! At the end of the event, Clucky will post all of the egg hunt photos to his Facebook group page for everyone to check out and admire.

How long do I have to participate in Clucky’s Egg Hunt?

Clucky’s eggs will stay hidden until Easter Day, April 20th. Turn in your participatory email by 7:20 PM Eastern, 6:20 PM Central, 5:20 PM Mountain and 4:20 PM Pacific. Any screenshots sent after the cutoff time will not be counted.

What can I win if I find all of Clucky’s hidden eggs?

If you want to participate in the egg hunt, you’ll need to be a Premium member of There to receive prizes. Silent Trial accounts and Basic Memberships are welcome to participate in the hunt, but they will not be able to receive prizes. You’ll need to upgrade to a Premium account if you want to collect your loot.

There will be a Grand Prize for the person who finds all twenty eggs. In the case of a tie, there will be a drawing for the Grand Prize!

Grand Prize: 15,000 Therebucks
Second Prize: 10,000 Therebucks
Third Prize: 5,000 Therebucks

There will also be prizes for the Best Screenshot so get creative and have fun! The prizes for Best Screenshot will go to the person who submitted the photo. There will be one Best Screenshot photo per person allowed.

Want to check out your competition?

View the Participant’s List updated daily by Orielle. The list shows Avatar Participant names, ticks of the locations of the eggs they have discovered and lists the total number of eggs a participant has found. Let the Participant List inspire and motivate you to find all twenty eggs when you find yourself stuck.

You can find a statue of Clucky at the Hero’s Temple. Read the plaque for Clucky lore.

2025 Spring Garden Contest Winners

The virtual world There.com is excited announce the Grand Prize Winner and Runner-Up of this year’s Spring Garden Contest!

The competition was fierce, with so many incredible virtual garden entries showcasing creativity, beauty, and meticulous design. Our talented gardeners truly went all out in There.com, crafting breathtaking landscapes that are a delight to explore. Each garden is a masterpiece, where every flower, tree, and plant were placed with care and precision, creating stunning displays of virtual nature. We encourage everyone to take a tour and admire these wonderful creations!

To ensure a fair selection, each participant’s name was placed on a spinning wheel, the winners were chosen by the name the spin landed on. 1st spin was for the Grand Prize and the 2nd spin was for Runner-Up. Every entry turned in this year was amazing, with flowers, trees, and plants carefully placed to create beautiful and unique designs. We’re glad this contest was a game of chance because if we had to vote for the winners, it would be a very difficult decision.

2025 Spring Garden Contest Grand Prize Winner

A big congratulations to Bawble & Gibbletz for winning the Grand Prize in this year’s Spring Garden Contest! Their breathtaking high in the sky Floater Garden in the Mahalo Fantasy Forest Neighborhood wowed us all with its creativity and stunning design. The Lot owner has earned a free month of rent. The co-builders, Bawble & Gibbletz will both win a Tropical Rock Waterfall designed by Flygirl_Dani. Click through the slideshow below to view the pictures of their magical moonlit floating garden.

2025 Spring Garden Contest Runner Up

Congratulations to our Runner-Up Susanszy for her enchanting garden, Pixel Grove located in the Pixel Hollow Neighborhood! This magical space is a true work of art, filled with charm and wonder. As the runner-up, Susanszy will take home a moss-covered Secret Garden Fence designed by Susie_Q. Check out the slideshow below for photos of Pixel Grove.

A huge thank you to all our Spring Garden Contest participants! Each garden was a delight, and we encourage everyone to take a tour and admire the stunning display of flowers and foliage. Every gardener who entered the contest received a Festive Colorful Lantern gift for participating.

You can embark on a self-guided tour of the participating 2025 Spring Garden Contest entries. Just click on the garden links for a teleport destination.

Brat’s Place by UrChristianBrat

Fantasy Garden by SassyDancer

Salem’s Hollow by ___Jess

Whispering Dreams by DecemberDreams

CCR Garden by CCR_Gina

Z’s Starry Mahalo Aloha Hale by ZiBaAnNa

MaryHelen’s Garden by MaryHelen

Ladybug House by Ladybug12312

Troll Garden by Jamt

Junkyard by HoodAvie

Fifi Lost and Not Found by Mademoisellefifi

The 2025 Spring Garden Contest is a Pixel Petal & Plant Festival event in the virtual world There.com.

There.com Garden Designer Showcase

The Pixel Petal & Plant Festival has brought the Thereian community together in a creative and immersive way. Take a garden tour to some of the enchanting virtual gardens in There.com that showcase the unique and magical spaces members have cultivated. This week’s Garden Designer Showcase features flowers, plants, trees that you can plant in your own virtual garden.

Garden: A Taste of the Orient by Susanszy

Upon arrival at the garden, guests are greeted by a stunning visual-a traditional sea-faring vessel moored at the pier. It’s weathered yet elegant structure tells tales of distant voyages and maritime adventures. Beyond the boat, a mystical red sea serpent emerges from the water, its watchful eyes scanning all who enter this sacred space.

A short walk leads visitors to an awe-inspiring structure rising from the water-the House of the Orient. This architectural gem is adorned with delicate red lanterns that cast a warm, inviting glow over the waters. For those seeking a peaceful retreat, a red pagoda gazebo awaits in the heart of the garden. Designed to be a sanctuary for relaxation and conversation, this open-air pavilion is the perfect spot for friends to gather. Adding a touch of charm to this serene setting are the panda bears nestled within the bamboo grove, contentedly feasting on their leafy bounty.

The garden itself is a breathtaking tapestry of flora, featuring weathered cypress trees, lush white azalea shrubs, towering bamboo trees and vibrant red and purple flowers. A meticulously crafted rock garden path winds through the large ferns. A Taste of the Orient is more than just a garden-it is an experience that captures the beauty and harmony of traditional Asian landscapes. Whether you come to explore, reflect, or simply unwind, this virtual sanctuary is There.com promises a peaceful escape where nature and culture unite.

Shop A Taste of the Orient garden items in the Auctions.

Garden: Lemon’s Fairy Garden by Charlie__BST

Step into a world of enchantment and beauty at Lemon’s Fairy Garden, a breathtaking virtual oasis in the world of There.com. Nestled in the charming Pixel Hollow neighborhood, this magical retreat overflows with vibrant flowers, lush greenery, and mystical creatures, offering a peaceful escape for all who enter. Lemon’s Fairy Garden boasts an astonishing array of flora, featuring every type of flower, plant, and tree available for purchase in the Auctions.

Delicate red, yellow, and purple ginger plants add pops of color to the landscape, while serene ponds cradle elegant yellow and pink waterlilies. Along the shore, lush yellow aqua flora such as sedge and marsh marigolds thrive, creating a picturesque waterscape. Scattered throughout the garden are cozy wooden benches, inviting visitors to sit and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the surroundings. A charming wooden bridge leads to a hidden grove where magical red mushrooms flourish, adding to the garden’s mystical ambiance. Fireflies, butterflies, and dragonflies dance through the air, while friendly fairies flit about, sprinkling their magic over the blooming paradise. Owls perch serenely on the benches, observing the peaceful scenery.

As night falls, the garden transforms under the twinkling stars, its beauty illuminated by the soft glow of lanterns and the shimmering light of the moon. Lemon’s Fairy Garden is more than just a collection of flowers and plants—it’s a sanctuary of peace, wonder, and community. Whether you’re exploring alone, sitting with friends, or simply taking in the breathtaking scenery, this enchanting haven is a must-visit destination in There.com. Step inside and let the magic of Lemon’s Fairy Garden captivate your heart and imagination.

Shop Lemon’s Fairy Garden items in the Auction.

Garden: Botanical Gardens by Charlie__BST

Nestled in the serene Shorah neighborhood of the virtual world There.com lies one of the most breathtaking and tranquil locations—the Botanical Gardens. This stunning sanctuary is home to the Conservatory of Flowers, a magnificent glass-domed greenhouse that houses an extensive collection of exotic plants, aquatic species, and vibrant tropical flora. It is an architectural masterpiece, a wooden and glass structure that inspires awe and wonder with its rare botanical wonders.

For flower enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, the Botanical Garden in There.com is a must-visit landmark. It stands as a living archive, showcasing a historical collection of a large portion of the flowers and plants that have ever existed in the virtual world. Each plant and bloom within the conservatory tells a story, preserving the beauty of There.com’s rich and colorful ecosystem.

As you wander through the meticulously manicured garden, you will be enchanted by the rhythmic dance of water jets crisscrossing in the air. A lazy, meandering stream flows gently through the grounds, inviting you to pause and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. Stroll across the wooden bridge to discover a stunning rock garden adorned with towering palms, vibrant exotic plants, and delicate tropical flowers. Take a seat on one of the wooden benches and immerse yourself in the beauty around you.

Gaze upon the climbing bougainvillea, massive elephant ear plants, and the brilliant hues of red, yellow, and pink hibiscus flowers. The landscape is further enriched with bright daffodils, lush ferns, and tall grasses. Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat, a scenic spot for a virtual gathering, or simply a place to marvel at the wonders of nature, the Botanical Gardens of Shorah in There.com offer an unforgettable experience. Step inside this enchanting haven, let your senses be captivated, and allow the virtual beauty to transport you to a world of tranquility and botanical bliss.

Shop Botanical Garden items in the Auctions.

Garden: Butterfly Sky Garden by HoodAvie

In the mesmerizing virtual world of There.com, an extraordinary sanctuary floats high above the dark and mysterious valley of Tabu. This awe-inspiring realm, known as the Butterfly Sky Garden is a breathtaking, mystical haven planted by the visionary HoodAvie within the Mahalo Fantasy Forest. Suspended on a grand floating rock, this garden is an escape into a realm of neon wonder, lush flora and enchanting butterflies.

As you step into the Butterfly Sky Garden, you are immediately enveloped by an ethereal forest of trees unlike any other. Their trunks ripple with psychedelic patterns in vibrant neon green and pink, a mesmerizing visual dance that adds to the dreamlike quality of this floating paradise. Hanging delicately from these trees are glowing lanterns that cast a warm, inviting light with a gentle, magical shimmer.

The garden’s namesake comes alive in the form of delicate, unique butterflies that hover gracefully over the flowers and ginger plants. Their iridescent wings flap in a hypnotic rhythm, bringing movement and life to this already vibrant oasis. Whether resting on petals or dancing through the air, these butterflies add an extra layer of magic to an already spellbinding environment.

For those who wish to linger, the warm glow of a campfire invites visitors to sit, relax, and soak in the beauty of the garden. The flickering flames cast a golden light upon the nearby foliage, creating a cozy atmosphere perfect for storytelling, quiet contemplation, or simply appreciating the breathtaking surroundings.

Adjacent to the Butterfly Sky Garden lies Sky Meadow, home to a magnificent Great Buddha statue that watches over the floating paradise. This colossal figure exudes tranquility, offering visitors a moment of peaceful reflection as they explore the garden’s wonders. Its presence adds a spiritual depth to the experience, grounding the surreal beauty of the landscape in a sense of harmony and balance.

The Butterfly Sky Garden is more than just a location—it is an experience, a sanctuary, and a work of art. Whether you come to explore its neon-lit groves, marvel at its mystical artifacts, or simply bask in its surreal beauty, this floating paradise is a must-visit destination in There.com. HoodAvie’s vision has brought to life a place where fantasy and reality merge, and where visitors can lose themselves in a world of glowing wonder and fluttering wings.

So, take a step into the magic, wander through the pixel-petal fields, and let the Butterfly Sky Garden carry you away into a dreamlike adventure unlike any other.

Shop Butterfly Sky Garden items in the Auctions.

Feeling inspired by the beautiful gardens in There.com and want to plant one of your own? Find a Neighborhood to join or drop a PAZ and plant, decorate and set up you own little bit of garden paradise. Shop the Garden Auctions for inspiration. Make sure to enter your garden into the Spring Garden Contest before it ends! All entries are due Saturday, March 29th at 6:00 pm Pacific.

2025 Spring Garden Contest

All residents of There.com are invited to participate in the Spring Garden Contest to showcase their gardening skills. Members who enter the contest will design, build and create a virtual garden experience for the Thereian community to explore. Gardeners are welcome to use their imagination and creativity to plant all types of gardens. Build your garden from scratch or work on adding the final touches to an existing garden. Explore the garden Auctions to search for this season’s newest garden designs and a nursery of virtual flowers, plants, shrubs, trees and more to plant with.

Design a vibrant flower garden with an assortment of colorful blooms such as roses, tulips, daisies and sunflowers. Include decorative elements like garden benches, bird baths and statues to add ambiance.

Transform your virtual space into a lush jungle paradise with towering palm trees, dense foliage and exotic flowers. Integrate water features like waterfalls, ponds and lily pads. Populate the jungle with wildlife like monkeys, parrots and butterflies to bring the virtual environment to life.

Construct a tranquil rock garden featuring a variety of ornamental rocks and boulders. Introduce elements like Japanese lanterns, bamboo or bonsai trees for a Zen like aesthetic.

Whether you choose to cultivate a victory garden, tulip field, hemp farm or alternative crystal garden, let your imagination flourish and showcase your gardening skills in the There.com Spring Garden Contest!

Plant your garden on a small plot of land or over a sprawling estate, all are welcome to participate. Enter your garden into the contest for a chance at winning the Garden Grand Prize or the runner up prize for Green Thumb Gardner. To enter, simply plant your garden in the virtual world There.com and email the subject line “Garden Contest” to feedback@thereinc.com. Include your Avatar name and a link or the doid to your garden in your email entry. The garden submission deadline is Saturday, March 29th at 6:00 pm Pacific. As a token of appreciation, every participating gardener will receive a special garden gift and will be sent an entry confirmation email.

The Garden Grand Prize and the Green Thumb Gardener Prize will be determined by luck of the draw. Garden entries will be assigned a number in order of when their garden entry email was received. Once all of the contest applications have been received, a winning number will be chosen from a random number generator. The winner of the grand prize will receive a month of free rent plus a special garden gift. The runner up winner will receive bragging rights and a special garden gift.

Best of luck to all of our garden participants! The Spring Garden Contest is a Pixel Petal & Plant Festival event happening March 19th through March 31st.

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day All Week in There.com!

Photo Credit: HoodAvie

St. Patrick’s Day may be a one-day holiday, but in the virtual world There.com, we’re stretching the festivities into a weeklong celebration! From thrilling races to friendly card games and exciting BINGO, there’s something for everyone. So grab your virtual green attire and join the fun!

Wednesday, March 12th – St. Patrick’s Day Floatilla

Join the Bay Area Boat Systems flight crew at 6:00 pm Pacific for the St. Patrick’s Day Flotilla! Wear green or get pinched! Float along with friends in hoverboats as the crew flies the skies of There.com, chasing down the pot of gold with lucky friends. Don’t miss this unique airborne adventure!

Photo Credit: B_A_B_S

Friday, March 14th – Cross Country Race with CCR

Kick off the festivities with an adventurous Cross Country Race hosted by CCR! Travel through the lush virtual islands of There.com, following the mischievous trail of a leprechaun. Chase clues hidden in pots of gold as you race across rolling green hills. Will you find the end of the rainbow, or just a bit of blarney? There’s only one way to find out! Sign up for the CCR St. Patrick’s Day Race.

Saturday, March 15th – Dragon Rider’s St. Patrick’s Day Gin

Join your host, LadyMisty, for a lively evening of Dragon Rider’s St. Patrick’s Day Gin! This weekly gin tournament is the perfect opportunity to test your card skills and celebrate the holiday with friends. Plus, if you wear green or carry a St. Patrick’s Day prop, you’ll be entered into an extra dice roll for a special prize! Don’t forget to join the Dragon Riders Card Club to stay updated on all DR card events.

Photo Credit: LadyMisty

Monday, March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day BINGO

Find your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow at St. Patrick’s Day BINGO, hosted by Susanszy! The Bingo Maniacs Club hosts weekly bingo every Monday, with the location changing each week. This special event is generously sponsored by Banshee_Kate. Be sure to grab your BINGO card before the event starts by logging into the Bingo Maniacs website. To hear the numbers being called, join the Bingo Maniacs group IM window—you can find the link to the chat on the Bingo Maniacs club page.

Join the Fun!

Whether you’re racing through the countryside, dealing a winning hand, or shouting “BINGO!” in excitement, There.com is the place to be for St. Patrick’s Day! Gather your friends, wear your best green outfit, and make this holiday one to remember.

See you in There! 🍀

St. Patrick’s Day Designer Showcase

Get ready to deck out your avatar and virtual home in festive green with the St. Patrick’s Day Designer Showcase in There.com! This special event highlights the incredible talent of our designers, bringing you a fantastic selection of themed clothing, furniture, and decorations to celebrate the luck of the Irish in style.

Shop the Best St. Patrick’s Day Creations in Auctions

The Designer Showcase features a variety of exclusive St. Patrick’s Day items available for purchase in Auctions. Whether you’re looking to dress up your avatar in festive green or transform your virtual space into an Irish wonderland, there’s something for everyone!

Festive Green Fashion for Men & Women

Step out in style with custom St. Patrick’s Day clothing designed just for this occasion. Choose from a wide array of fashionable green outfits, including:

  • Elegant and casual green dresses
  • Stylish jackets, shirts, and pants for men
  • Fun leprechaun hats and accessories
  • Green heels and boots to complete your look

Decorate Your Virtual Home in Irish Charm

Bring the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day to your There.com home with a wide selection of festive furniture and decorations, including:

  • St. Patrick’s Day Backdrops – Perfect for hosting themed parties and taking festive photos
  • Dining Sets & Wall Decorations – Create the perfect Irish-inspired setting for your home
  • Green Beds & Furniture – Add a lucky touch to your living space with beautifully crafted designs
  • Leprechaun & Clover-Themed Décor – Spruce up your home with pots of gold, shamrocks, and more!

Don’t Miss Out!

The St. Patrick’s Day Designer Showcase is your go-to destination for all things green and festive. Visit Auctions today to browse and purchase these exclusive items before they’re gone!

Celebrate the magic of St. Patrick’s Day in There.com—shop, decorate, and show off your Irish spirit in style. 🍀

Celebrate Mardi Gras in There.com

Mardi Gras is here, and there’s no better place to celebrate than in the virtual world of There.com! Get ready to dress up in festive colors, join exciting events, and have fun with friends as we bring the spirit of Mardi Gras to life. From thrilling races to lively card games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Cross Country Racing Mardi Gras – February 28th

Kick off the Mardi Gras celebration with an exhilarating adventure across the islands of There! The Cross Country Racing Mardi Gras event challenges racers to follow a quest from checkpoint to checkpoint, aiming for the fastest time. But that’s not all—CCR is taking things up a gear this year with driver rankings, exclusive pit stop perks, and the Gear Garage. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or a newcomer looking for a thrill, this event is a must-attend for speed lovers!

Dragon Rider Mardi Gras Gin – March 1st

Step into the world of virtual cards and competition with Dragon Rider Mardi Gras Gin! This weekly gin card game tournament is taking on a festive twist, so grab your deck and get ready to play. Show your Mardi Gras spirit by wearing purple, gold, or green—or hold a Mardi Gras prop in hand—to be entered into an extra dice roll for a chance to win a special prize! With a lively atmosphere and competitive gameplay, this event is a must-attend for gin enthusiasts and partygoers alike.

Misty’s Mardi Gras Spades – March 2nd

If spades is more your style, gather a partner and join Misty’s Mardi Gras Spades on March 2nd! Compete against skilled players, earn points toward a monthly trophy win, and enjoy the friendly yet competitive spirit of the game. Plus, just like in Gin, dressing in gold, green, or purple will earn you an extra dice roll for a prize. Whether you’re playing to win or just for the fun of it, you’ll be in for an unforgettable night.

Join the Fun! 💜💛💚

Mardi Gras is all about celebration, and these events bring the excitement of the season straight to There.com. Don’t forget to check out the Auctions for festive Mardi Gras props, masks, and themed outfits to show off your spirit.

Mark your calendar, grab your lucky cards, and get ready for a fantastic time with the community. Will you be the next champion? See you at the tables and on the racecourse during Mardi Gras celebrations!

Technical Support: Windows 11 and Edge Compatibility Issues with There

When “Flash” was replaced with “There Edge”, the things which were formerly Flash Controls – like the FunFinder, Shortcut Bar, ChangMe, and Message Bar – became like little web pages embedded in the There Client. To do this There Edge uses a standard Microsoft component called “WebView2”, which is kind of like a tiny Microsoft Edge Browser.

While this has worked well most of the time, Microsoft has recently made some updates which have broken There and other people’s applications which use WebView. For example, the issue with the There Client hangings or otherwise mis-behaving under Windows 11 is tied to WebView.

Tip: Check to make sure you have the most recent Windows 11 update. Go to Settings>Windows Update. Check to make sure you have Windows 11, version 24H2. If you don’t have the most recent version do an update and restart your computer. It’s also helpful to turn the “Get the latest updates as soon as they’re available” to ON.

Unfortunately, a Microsoft Edge update on February 6th appears to have triggered a new problem – the WebView is there, it’s just not visible. This is what’s been causing the “endless message sounds” bug – the message bar is there, you just can’t see it.  

We are trying to find a solution to this problem which is, well, problematic since it’s Microsoft Edge that’s broken, not There Edge or the There Client. We’ve had some success with maximizing the client to full screen, but only some of the time.

We will keep working on this and will inform the community as soon as we have more information.

Love is in the Air in There! Celebrate Valentine’s Week in There.com

Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than by joining your friends in the virtual world of There.com for an exciting Love Week? One whole week of fun Valentine’s activities awaits, filled with games, adventures, and social events!

Embark on the ACQ Valentine’s Quest

Set sail and explore the beautiful islands of There with this week’s ACQ Valentine’s Quest! Answer trivia questions to unlock the next clue and advance in your journey. LadyMisty’s quest is available around the clock, so whenever you’re ready for an adventure, the fun awaits!

Photo Credit: LadyMisty

Dragon Rider Valentine’s Gin – February 8th at 4:00 PM PST

Pick your partner and don’t miss Dragon Rider Valentine’s Gin hosted by LadyMisty. This is a Gin Combined Event, and there will be a special dice roll for those who wear pink or red or hold a Valentine Prop. Don’t miss this chance to play and celebrate love!

Misty’s Valentine Spades – February 9th at 12:00 PM PST

Photo Credit: B_A_B_S

Put on your best Valentine’s-themed outfit—think pink, red, or anything love-inspired—and join Misty’s Valentine Spades. Play Spades to earn points towards a possible monthly trophy win! There will be a special dice roll for those who dress up or use a Valentine’s Day prop, so don’t miss out on the fun!

Nellie Rachel’s Valentine Gin – February 12th at 4:00 PM PST

On February 12th, teleport over to Nellie Rachel’s Valentine Gin for a night of no-elimination gin and socializing. Read the rulebook upon arrival to learn about the game format and available prizes. And of course, dress in your best love-themed outfit!

Photo Credit: B_A_B_S

Love to Fly: A Bay Area Boat System Event – February 12th at 6:00 PM PST

Join the Bay Area Boat System’s crew for a Love to Fly special event. Whether you captain a hoverboat or ride along, enjoy a fun cruise around the There islands with friends. Make sure to dress in your best Valentine’s Day attire to match the theme!

Cross Country Racing: Love Stinks Event – February 14th

Love is in the air, but so is the thrill of racing! Head over to Bananaphone on Valentine’s Day for the Heartbreak 500—a high-speed adventure filled with racing, questing, and exploration. Get your motor running and race your heart out!

Photo Credit: Coolnet560

Whether you’re celebrating romance, friendship, or just the love of fun, There.com’s Love Week has something for everyone. Don’t miss out—dress up, participate, and make memories with your virtual world friends. See you There!