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MWA's Biweekly Guide to the Area's Best Waterfront Spots

Wednesday, August 11, 2010 - 4:12pm

Dunes It's no secret that the coastlines of New York and New Jersey have become generally much cleaner and more accessible -- but many people don't know how to get to the new waterfront parks, paths and piers that have opened in recent years. Likewise, some of the area's long-established waterfronts remain elusive to visitors. WaterWire to the rescue! Read on, and make this the summer that you discover more of this urban archipelago's beautiful shoreline.

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Calendar of Events

Visit Governors Island! Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday through October 10th

Friday, September 3, 2010 - 10:00am

Location:

Website for information:
http://www.govisland.com/html/home/home.shtml

Governors Island is open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through October 10. Enjoy more than five miles of car-free biking, relax in a hammock, play a free round of artist-designed miniature golf, see art exhibits, listen to concerts and much more. There are special events planned for every open day.

Bronx River Alliance: Bronx River Ramble (Walk)

Saturday, September 4, 2010 - 9:30am

Location:

Bronx River Alliance Website:
http://www.bronxriver.org/?pg=content&p=calendarandnews&m1=54&month=09&y...

September 04, 2010 (9:30 am)
Bronx River Ramble
For location please contact the Bronx River Alliance

Saturday, September 4
Bronx River Ramble
Walk through time and experience the beauty of the Bronx River as you learn about the river’s history and ecology. A different walk each month.

Most events require registration, and others a small fee. Please visit www.bronxriver.org or call 718.430.4665 for additional details or to register.

Visit Governors Island! Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday through October 10th

Saturday, September 4, 2010 - 10:00am

Location:

Website for information:
http://www.govisland.com/html/home/home.shtml

Free Kayaking at Brooklyn Bridge Park

Saturday, September 4, 2010 - 11:00am - 3:00pm

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Website for more information:
http://www.brooklynbridgepark.org/go/programs-/-events/kayaking-and-comm...

Get out on the water for kayaking and community rowing with the Gowanus Dredgers and the Village Community Boathouse at Main Street and the newly opened Pier 1! Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present.

Visit Governors Island! Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday through October 10th

Sunday, September 5, 2010 - 10:00am

Location:

Website for information:
http://www.govisland.com/html/home/home.shtml