video; @waltz

[enveloped]

[It's that man in the suit again, broadcasting live to you from a room currently being decorated with tables, lights, and tasteful decorations.]

Hello everyone,

To any newcomers, my name is Cameron Waltz, and I'm currently serving as your public representative. It's been a pleasure to get to know so many of you over the network, and I think we could all stand to get to know each other even better in person.

I'd like to extend an open invitation to the "Bring Yourself" arts and culture event this Sunday at Riverside Community Centre. This will be an exhibition of all the different cultures and people Riverview has to offer. Whether it's food, artwork, music, or a story, everyone has something of value to contribute, no matter where you're from, so I'd encourage everyone to bring a little piece of home to share with others. If you can't think of something to bring, or simply don't have the time or energy, bring yourself. You're from somewhere else too, and I guarantee you bring something interesting in just being yourself.

The walls are empty, the stage is free, there's an open floor for dancing and more active demonstrations, and the venue is booked for from 5pm-12am. Come when you want and wear what you like. Refreshments will be provided. I'm happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have on this post.

Please come. I'm well aware of the current going ons in the city, many of which are incredibly stressful, which makes coming together as a community and expressing yourself in a safe space even more necessary.

[Passing a few volunteers, Cam walks to the only wall with anything on it. A mixed series of artistic ink calligraphy prints in a variety of different languages.

Cam stops with a slight clearing of his throat, and a very casual gesture towards the prints. Very casual. Which he is not looking at. A tight, shy smile at the camera.]

And I will be putting myself out there right beside you.

[Bring whatever it is your character has to offer that they'd want to show, whether it's a martial arts skill, artistic ability, performance, food, an interesting object, games, there's nothing that doesn't go, characters are free to take the stage/set up a booth/do whatever they want in terms of display, and can drop pieces off or set up in advance! Feel free to be utterly ridiculous.

Event log!]

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video @markus

[compartmentalise]

Hello, Cameron Waltz. My name is Markus. I would like to bring art to your event.

[enveloped]

Hello Markus.

Please bring your art. I would love to see it.

[compartmentalise]

Most of it has been about the people I met here in the Quarantine, and what I've learned since I arrived. Is that all right?

[enveloped]

Certainly. That sounds very interesting, and personal. The makings of all good art. I'm looking forward to seeing it.

How long have you been in the Quarantine?

video; @c.silva

[childofaxios]

[ Chyler still isn't entirely sure what to make of Cam, particularly since he caught her out throwing up during the fireworks. She keeps her face carefully neutral, which is something of a feat while she has Dom trying to climb on her lap at her desk. ]

Dom--Dom, sit. Sit.

[ He finally obeys, his ears still poking up within camera view as he whines. ]

Are animals allowed?

[enveloped]

[Chyler. What a good, sweet girl. Even throwing up.]

So long as he is a good boy.

Is he a good boy?

[It's a trick question. All dogs are good boys.]

[childofaxios]

[ She looks down at Dom, lips pursing in that particular way that means she's suppressing a smile. ]

Except for a recent obsession with donuts, yes.

[ Hesitation. ] I thought I might... demonstrate his training. [ SHOW HIM OFF. ]

[enveloped]

I don't blame him, though I do fear for his delicate doggy digestive system.

I think a training demonstration is a fantastic idea. It's so different from everything that's been submitted so far. I think people will really enjoy it.

video; @citharede

[citharede]

[ She cups her hands around her mouth and yells to the Network At Large. ]

HE'S MAKING ME SING SO YOU'D ALL BETTER FUCKING BE THERE.

[bardish]

He's so cruel, forcing you to perform!

[ lbr it was probably Jeff's idea AFTER HE GOT ROPED INTO PLAYING MUSIC FOR THE EVENT. ]

[citharede]

I know right? My life is so hard, Jeff. So hard.

[bardish]

But on the bright side, you've got a really cool guitarist backing you up.

[enveloped]

LANGUAGE.

[Though he appreciates her candor.]

[citharede]

[ She claps her hands over her mouth, looking somewhere between sheepish and like she's going to laugh.

Muffled: ] Oops.

[enveloped]

Brat.

Do you have a set list yet?

[He is... somewhat concerned his favourite problem child will decide to regale to party with Marilyn Manson]

private video; un: hawke

[indigobird]

I could... submit some pieces of artwork. If you're still in need of submissions.

[She's about as shy and nervous sounding as Cam was when he showed his stuff.]

[enveloped]

Please do. We are definitely looking for more submissions.

If you're feeling self-conscious, this exhibition isn't about showcasing talent. It's simply about showcasing you. Who you are. Where you're from. What you're interested in, or affected by.

There's no wrong way to be you.

[indigobird]

I don't have much, just a few pieces, but I can put them up.

[She laughs a little. Okay, her nervousness was pretty obvious and she'll admit it. Which is exactly why she's just messaging him and not letting others see it.]

Don't think my art's too bad or anything, I'm just... I never showed it off to people. Not publicly, anyway. Most don't even know I draw.

[enveloped]

A few pieces is plenty. Let's put them up beside mine, so I'm not the only one on the spot.

[He laughs too.]

It sounds like we're in the same boat. I generally keep my art to myself. Sometimes I'll make cards for friends, or help my daughter with her arts and crafts, but otherwise... My art is more for 'me' time than anything.

PRIVATE; video

[bardish]

[ THUMBS UP. ]

Great speech, babe! This event is going to be amazing, because you're organizing it and you're amazing!

[ Pause. ]

I've been meaning to ask... You totally organized all your school's dances growing up, didn't you?

[enveloped]

Thank you darling. I'm a little concerned at the lack of response, but it's been a week for everyone.

[What if no one comes, Jeff? He'll have to eat all the bonbons and drink all the wine by himself.]

The dance committee was the one committee I wasn't on. Mostly because I, ah, didn't go to the dances.

I was student president, however. Three years running.

[bardish]

Relax. Breaaaathe. Most people who show up aren't going to RSVP on the network.

[ YOU WON'T BE EATING ALL THE BONBONS YOURSELF. ]

And if, in the very unlikely event the entire city stands you up, then we'll have a private party for ourselves. Win-win!

[ And... omg Cam, somehow he's not at all surprised when you put it like that. He does, however, laugh, NOTHING BUT FONDNESS IN HIS VOICE: ]

Of course you were. God, you're so fucking cute.

audio @hds.goodsir

[bestsir]

Would scientific illustrations be too dull for this?

[enveloped]

Not at all, Harry.

Though I might leave anything, ah, too anatomical at home. In case there's a younger audience than anticipated.

[No dick pics.]

[bestsir]

Oh, of course. I had in mind some studies I have done of Riverview wildlife over the last month or so.