Get out and about and explore the city on land, on water and on wheels.

Figment NYC 2011 on Governor’s Island
Figment is a free, annual celebration of participatory art and culture that happens for one weekend each summer, transforming Governors Island into a large-scale collaborative artwork. Participation is encouraged, and the ferry ride is free.
Friday, June 10-Sunday, June 12, 10 a.m. - 6 a.m.
Governor’s Island; Directions are here.

Celebrate Brooklyn! Opening Night Gala with Andrew Bird
Summer outdoor fest folks Celebrate Brooklyn! invite you to join them in honoring Celebrate Brooklyn! sponsors. All proceeds will provide vital funds for free, world-class programming at the Celebrate Brooklyn! Performing Arts Festival. The event also includes cocktails, dinner, a performance by incredibly talented singer-songwriter Andrew Bird (the concert is free to the public) and an after-party for friends and gala guests.
Friday, June 10, 5:30-10 p.m.+
Prospect Park Bandshell, Brooklyn
Tickets: $325 and up

Internet Week: Flavorpill’s Culture Hunt
It’s Internet Week New York, and a full slate of plugged-in events includes a scavenger-hunt style opportunity to explore the city sponsored by event site Flavorpill. Follow clues on your iPhones and search out virtual Flavorpill objects at a hand-picked collection of top cultural venues throughout the city. The prizet: participants unlock an invitation to a secret Flavorpill party.
Saturday, June 11, 3-11:30 p.m.
Free; information and team sign-up (you can participate on your own, too) here.

Bike to the Beach for Autism
All funds raised during this annual ride from Union Square to Westhampton Beach will be donated to Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest Autism advocacy organization. Gather in the early morning hours, spend the day riding with a vibrant, fun, energetic community with a passion for cycling, and spend a weekend at the beach, all for a good cause. Details, registration information ($165), training tips and ride schedule can be found here.
Friday, June 10; Ride starts at 4AM.

Peter Murphy Live at the Delancey
This rare appearance by ’90s gloom-rocker Murphy (of Bauhaus and Love and Rockets fame) will be a special midnight show in an intimate setting that’s sure to bring out fans and at least a few Bauhaus jackets.
Wednesday, June 8, 11:30 p.m.
The Delancey
Tickets: $25

Live Music Round-Up
Top shows this week include an alleged free Kanye West concert at an as-yet-unnamed location and less mystery-shrouded performances by songstress Keren Ann, folk-punker Kurt Vile (and the Violators) and the much-discussed series of shows by ex-Beach Boy and Smile icon Brian Wilson re-imagining Gershwin at New Jersey’s Wellmont Theater.