The Art Group studies different topical modules each semester or year - such as people, objects, spaces, stories - from the perspective of art-making. The mediums used in class include dry materials such as pencil and markers, wet materials such as clay and plaster, as well as digital formats. Analog works are typically made on paper.

The group meets on Mondays from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm on a semester basis.

Winter 2025 Semester runs February 3rd through May 19th (NOTE: There is no meeting on April 14th nor April 21st.) Special events will be planned throughout the semester and may take place on dates outside of this range.

This class is currently FULL.

The Sports Group focuses on fun, being active, team concepts, and learning the basic fundamental skills of sports such as basketball, soccer, and touch football. Class will be based on a bi-weekly progressive development skills program. Every two weeks we will introduce a new skill or drill to the task that has already been introduced.

The group meets on Tuesdays from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm on the Upper West Side.

Winter 2025 Semester runs January 14th through April 15th.

This class is currently full.

The Movement Group is held once per week and begins with breath control exercises, followed by a combination of hatha yoga poses and simple body weight and partner exercises. The class ends with brief meditation and post-workout savasana. There is an optional post-exercise activity that follows.

The group meets on Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:30 pm on the Upper East Side. Participants are encouraged to stay after for refreshments and relaxing with the group during our Sips & Stories program (until 5:30 pm).

Winter 2025 Semester runs January 8th through April 16th.

This class is currently FULL. There are two spaces available in the Sips & Stories sessions.

The Chat & Chew Group is held once per week and focuses on cooking basics such as kitchen safety and hygiene, reading a recipe, measuring, and cutting while also addressing social and conversational skills within the context of cooking and eating with a group. Participants sit together to catch up before creating and eating individual meals. Class ends with a food-themed game and group cleanup.

The group meets on Fridays in East Harlem from 10:30 am - 11:45 am on a semester basis. 

Winter 2025 Semester schedule TBA

There is currently one spot open in this class.

The Office Skills Group is held weekly at our Grand Central Office and focuses on basics such as email use, word processing, and organization while also addressing social skills within the context of office life. Participants are encouraged to spend time together on break and make a to-go lunch together at the end of class..   

The class is held on Thursdays from 10 am - 12:30 pm.

The Fitness Groups are held weekly at a gym located on the Upper West Side. Workouts include group warm up and cool down, with individual and partner exercises in the interim. Strength, balance, and coordination are targeted.

The class is offered on Tuesdays from 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm.

The Baking Group is held once per week at our Grand Central Office and focuses on collaborative work.  Participants will work together to create baked goods to be shared with residents of a nearby shelter. Games and other activities will be available during the downtime while items are baking. Participants take turns delivering the baked goods to the shelter.  

The class is held on Wednesdays from 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm.

NYLL Workshops are offered periodically to provide individuals with the opportunity and materials for gift-making, crafting, and creating.

We are currently offering a three-week Storytelling Workshop, comprised of theater games, singing/karaoke, and interactive activities such as balloon ping pong. The purpose of the group is primarily to share joy with like-minded individuals in a safe and supportive environment, with a focus on connecting and communicating. The group will work collaboratively on games and challenges within the theme of The Olympics. Guest Group Leaders Tony Canty and Annina Christensen will guide the group through the use of modeling, puppetry, props, and their own naturally encouraging and cooperative personalities. The results may surprise and astound us - and we can't wait to see where this goes.

Additional workshops are scheduled throughout the year. Check back for details on our Mother’s Day Make & Take in May.

NYLL Meetups are informal get-togethers for young adults with shared interests, such as movie screenings, museum visits, game nights, and walking tours.

Meetups are scheduled throughout the year. Contact us about starting a Meetup based on your interest!