Did you hear the news?
A last week’s Ridge Roundup it was announced that a second sim, Sterling County, will be added to the Eclipse Ridge brand this fall.
Growth and change are something we embrace here in Eclipse Ridge, and our ethos around evolving permeates everything we do and build.
The staff team and I are delighted to announce that Eclipse Ridge is growing – Doubling in size, in fact, with the addition of a new sim.
Sterling County the second Eclipse Ridge sim will come online on October 13th, and will feature an expanded town leading to the outskirts, as well as a whole new park-level experience with a focus on playable forests, wilderness, and intrigue.
It was also announced the official names of the Wayward Sisters. The oldest sister is Brighde Wayward, middle sister is Elspeth Wayward, and the youngest is Deòiridh Wayward. More information about their lives and posterity will be presented soon with ways for players to connect their family lineage to the founders of Eclipse Ridge.
Thank you for playing, renting, enjoying and contributing your skills and story, none of this would be possible without you. We’re incredibly excited to embark upon this next chapter.
The Executive Board
Upcoming Events
Tue Oct. 1st – 5pm to 7pm SLT – Request Line with DJ DD (IC Event) | Sim Wide
There are only four more weeks left until Halloween! Can you feel it here in Eclipse Ridge? A change in the atmosphere, perhaps a shift in the general demeanor of those you run in to on the daily? You’re not wrong, or off, or mistaken. It’s coming and it’s only four weeks away.
Tune in to KRDG if you will for confirmation, and to join the company of so many others who share this feeling too. This Tuesday October 1st of course, The Ridge will broadcast CBS Radio Mystery Theater and Poe’s The Tell Tale Heart.
“The Tell-Tale Heart” is a story by Edgar Allan Poe written in 1843. It is about a murderer who tries to persuade his readers of his mental stability while telling the tale of the brutish act.
Filled with chilling mystery and told in suspenseful fashion, we’ll enjoy it together and follow it up with haunting music and suspenseful requests!
See you Tuesday!
Wed Oct. 2nd – 6pm SLT Ridge Roundup @ The Pumpkin Patch (OOC Event) | SLURL
Whether you’re new to the Ridge and have questions about storylines, RP, or how to get started—or you’ve been around for a while and just want to meet and greet your fellow RPers in an OOC setting—come to our weekly Ridge Roundup!
This is where ideas, suggestions, and questions about the sim, events, and plots can be aired in a casual, pressure-free setting.
This week’s is hosted by Graeme Sinclair (graeme.fairelander)!
Thur Oct. 3rd – 7pm to 9pm SLT Eclipse Ridge Chamber of Commerce Kick-off Meeting (IC Event) @ The Community Center | SLURL
The Eclipse Ridge Area Chamber of Commerce has helped businesses build community, develop their teams, and grow their business in Sterling County for more than 75 years.
Business owners or representatives are invited to come lend their voices, ideas, and talents.
The focus for the October meeting is organizing the annual chamber sponsored events, The Pumpkin and Witch Festivals and voting in a president, vice-president, secretary, and treasurer.
If you have questions or would like to RSVP please contact Executive Director Quinn Button.
—–SAVE THE DATE —–
Saturday Oct. 12th – 6pm SLT Luck Be A (Spooky!) Lady@ The Bunker
Nothing is more fun than a night of cards, dice, and laughter in an opulent setting—that is, nothing except a Halloween-themed version!
The Bunker will be turned into a vibrant casino atmosphere, complete with all sorts of SL games from the past and present! Slot machines, Greedy, poker, Uno, Cards Against Humanity, and whatever else gets dusted off and brought in from the basement will be set up for fun times and mingling!
As always, the dress code is upscale cocktail-to-formal attire, though we encourage your very best Halloween twist on your Monte Carlo looks! A laid-back, informal costume contest will occur at 8:30 PM, with fun prizes offered to the winners.
Mark your calendars, and if you’ve got games from the lawless old days of SL sitting in your inventory, please reach out to Eleni Vigneron Denimore (eleni.aurelia) to donate for the night!
RSVPs appreciated!
Sunday October 13th – ALL DAY Pumpkin Harvest Hurrah!
Pick up your pumpkins for your fall decor and baking while voting for your favorite Pumpkin Harvest Hurrah display. Those wishing to participate must fill out this simple FORM by Oct. 9th.
Want to know the history of Pumpkin Harvest Hurrah? Read below in ICYMI!
ICYMI
Here are snippets of current stories happening on sim or prompts to help get you dive in. Knowledge of these events are public knowledge so anyone in town could become aware of the following:
Eclipse Ridge experiences a unique atmosphere during the autumn season. Throughout October, visitors from the region flock to the town to partake in the numerous festivities organized throughout the month. The allure of the town’s founding mothers, The Wayward Sisters, and the widespread belief in they were true witches attracts those seeking an immersive and spooky experience during this time of year.
Celebrating its 50th year, the Eclipse Ridge Chamber of Commerce is excited to continue the annual tradition of the Pumpkin Harvest Hurrah.
The annual event began when local farmer Wyatt Miller planted a few rows of Connecticut Field pumpkins, seeds that his sister had sent him, for his wife Poppy, who desired to dethrone Margaret Thomas’ five year running streak for best pumpkin pie at the church Fall bake off.
Unbeknownst to Wyatt, the heirloom pumpkin flourished in the Rocky Mountain’s crisp air, proliferating rapidly. In its first year, it yielded an astounding harvest of over 200 pumpkins. Faced with an abundance of pumpkins, Wyatt pondered his options. Eventually, he decided to establish a roadside stand, offering the excess pumpkins for sale.
In spite of Poppy’s efforts to prevent Margaret from buying a pumpkin from Wyatt, Margaret managed to obtain one of the Miller’s pumpkins. With this pumpkin, she proceeded to win the church bake sale for the sixth consecutive year.
But Poppy didn’t mind, boasting that Margaret only won because the pumpkin was from Miller’s garden.
Miller’s continued to grow the Connecticut Fields, selling them each year at the roadside stand. As the popularity of the pumpkins grew they started a a display contest at their stand, inviting the community to showcase their creativity and flair with pumpkins.
This yearly event evolved into the renowned celebration named the Pumpkin Harvest Hurrah. Upon the deaths of the Millers, the Chamber took over the tradition. Though the pumpkins are no longer from the Millers, they are sourced by other surrounding farmers and garden enthusiasts.
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