We just got news from the guys at Family and The Office of PlayLab , both young design firms in New York, who need your support for their exciting project + Pool , a floating pool in NYC that cleans the river water it sits in - like a giant strainer dropped into the river.

This project is a completely self-initiated project by the two firms. Following the completion of a preliminary engineering feasibility report done with engineers at Arup , they are now preparing to physically test and ultimately build a full-scale working prototype of a section of the pool itself.  The designers just launched a 30-day Kickstarter campaign 5 days ago, already raising almost $15,000, and they could certainly use your help (and the help of your friends and their friends) to help to spread the word further.

The Charleston Department of Recreation has scheduled the following events. Call 724-7327 or e-mail recreation@ci.charleston.sc.us for a brochure with a listing of all events and services. Visit www.charlestoncity.info/recreation .

Fall Youth Sports Registration: Through July 29.

Swim Lessons: American Red Cross 2011 "Learn to Swim" classes are being offered at all city of Charleston pools. All classes are first-come, first-served. Fees: parent-tot $15 ($25 nonresidents); youth $20 ($30 nonresidents); adult $25 ($35 nonresidents). Makeup classes will be held Friday and/or Saturday as needed.

Gardening Class: James Island Recreation Complex. Learn how and when to plant favorite flowers, trees, plants and shrubs. Hyam's Garden Center staff will teach this class. $10/class includes supplies. The class is offered the first Wednesday of the month. Call 795-5678....

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Are you thinking about retiring in a warm place and considering looking for a Singer Island Condo for sale? This would be a smart move, since property values there are stable. There are many wonderful amenities available in the Singer Island community, which is located off the coast of Florida at West Palm Beach.

the narrow peninsula was separated by a fresh water lake, Lake Worth which is Originally connected to the mainland. When inlets were dug across the peninsula, the land became an island.

What Are Your Interests? Singer Island Recreation

Retirees who want to stay actively involved in maintaining their health often do so by working out in gyms and exercise facilities. Most, if not all, of the condos have exercise rooms, pools, and spas. Simply walking or jogging is one of the best ways to stay in shape. With the miles of white beaches and walking paths in the many parks, one can keep in tip-top shape.

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