Governors Island

View this email in your browser Coming up on Governors Island: nature walks and talks, vintage cars, contemporary art, music, performances, and more! What better way to enjoy the final weeks of summer? Explore Nature on Governors Island Thursday 8/18  10:45 am-12:30 pm Calling all nature enthusiasts! Join the Nature Conservancy for the unveiling of signage that connects visitors to the diverse species, plants and resilient landscapes on Governors Island. After brief remarks, ecologists will lead free walking tours. READ MORE Michael Richards: Winged Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays thru Sept. 25th 12pm-5pm Featured in the New York Times, LMCC's 2016 exhibition is dedicated to Michael Richards (1963-2001), showcasing a range of his work in sculpture and drawing, most of which has not been on public view for over 15 years. At the time of his passing on 9/11, Richards was an emerging artist whose incisive aesthetic—always provocative, at times playful, yet never without a critical bent—held immense promise to make him a leading figure in contemporary art. READ MORE Volkswagen Traffic Jam Sunday 8/21 12pm - 5 pm  With views of New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty behind a vibrant line-up of nearly 100 Beetles, buses, dune buggies, Things, and other original VW’s circa 1950’s - 1970’s, this car show is a one-of-a-kind event for both the casual spectator and classic VW enthusiast. READ MORE Far True Festival Saturday 8/20 12pm - 7pm An immersive experience through color and sound, the Far True Festival includes interactive art installations and activities created by local artists and innovators based in NYC. The festival features musical artists including Conrad Clifton, Hannibal King, JBDK, Ryan Cassata, Aries Deng, and more. READ MORE A Floating Edible Forest Opens August 20th Thursdays - Sunday from 11am - 5:30pm Swale, a collaborative floating food project, has made its way to Governors Island’s Yankee Pier! The project is dedicated to rethinking and challenging NYC's connection to our environment, and was most recently docked at Concrete Plant Park in the Bronx. Swale contains an edible forest garden built on a 130-foot by 40-foot floating platform and provides free healthy food at the intersection of public art and service. READ MORE  Check out many more upcoming events and exhibitions at govisland.com. 2016 Ferry Schedule Don't miss the boat! Check the Brooklyn and Manhattan ferry times. Activities Bike, play, eat, learn, discover... Plan your visit here. Volunteering From gardening to welcoming guests, there are many ways to lend a hand!