The technology of virtual worlds is opening up new possibilities for students and lifelong learners. Many experts say we are moving from the era of the two-dimensional page to the era of three-dimensional virtual worlds. The second annual Virtual Worlds: Libraries, Education and Museums Conference provides a gathering place for librarians, information professionals, educators, museologists, and others to learn about and discuss the educational, informational, and cultural opportunities of virtual worlds. The conference will be held on April 24-25, 2009.

Here are a few interesting news bits from the world of Second Life and NPSL. I hope that you enjoy them!

• The Museum of Philosophy was recently showcased in Second Life and as a result, the traffic has increased substantially. Check out the museum's photo album.

*Earth Week is a week-long series of environmentally oriented events in SL. any1 Gynoid is spearheading the planning for this and more details are here: http://slearthweek.wordpress.com/.

*Earth Week is not being planned by EcoCommons or the Nonprofit Commons; it is a separate effort (though many from the Nonprofit Commons are involved in Earth Week plans and events).

The NPC blog is for everyone and is a great tool for not only promoting NPC but for giving more exposure to your organization's initiatives in Second Life. I would love to help you promote your events, programs and organizations through this blog.

Here are a few ways that the blog can help you get the word out about what you are doing:

• More interviews for new organizations and anyone with program activity or upcoming events in Second Life
• Informational posts about events and initiatives

Mocha Moon needs your help. Could you please take a few moments to complete this survey? It was created to gauge how non-profits engage with social work students, how organizations engage the next generation of donors and more.

Thanks for your help!