Boats traveling on the NYC East River continue to amaze Roosevelt Island residents. A Tipster reporting today:
I spotted this strange vessel on the East River near 34th street this morning around 11am. Any other reports? Does anyone know what this is?
I posted the video on Roosevelt Islander Instagram page and got the answer.
A reader replied on Instagram:
Yes traveling circus called Flotsam River Circus !! @flotsamrivercircus
The Flotsam River Circus is:
… is a troupe of musicians, circus performers, and puppeteers who travel on a ramshackle raft giving free performances in waterfront towns. Our goal is to bring some magic and whimsy to the world while helping communities engage with their waterways. Flotsam is a 501(c)(3) non-profit.
WE’RE LOOKING FOR HELP:
If you live anywhere along this route and are interested in volunteering at a show, feeding or housing a group of artists, or just saying hello – we’d love to hear from you: info@rivercircus.com
The Flotsam River Circus is performing in New York City this week:
Sept 10 – NEW YORK CITY – Barretto Point – 6 pm
Sept 12 – NEW YORK CITY – Brooklyn Bridge Park – 6 pm
Sept 13 – NEW YORK CITY – Randalls Island – 6 pm
Sept 14 – NEW YORK CITY – Randalls Island – 6 pmAll shows are for all ages and free to attend.
Your donations keep us afloat!
Here’s more on the Flotsam River Circus.
Check out some more boats passing Roosevelt Island on the East River.