Art, Cooking, Music, and Theater Classes
Cumbia for All: (Ages 16+)
Tuesdays, February 3–March 10 , 11:00 am–12:00 pm
Free for members and non-members
Join Pablo and Anna Mayor of Folklore Urbano NYC for a fun and unique music experience! Participants will move to the beat and sing songs inspired by the diverse traditions of Colombia, including the well known rhythm of “Cumbia!”
This class is being offered free of charge due to the generous support of the FECA Foundation.
RegisterSummer Cooking Classes: Garden to Table Bites
Fridays, July 10th, July 24th, and July 31st; 12:00–1:15 pm
$25 members, $30 non-members per class
Join us for a relaxed summer cooking class focused on fresh, seasonal flavors. We will meet in the garden to harvest ingredients, then move to the community room to create simple, delicious snacks and small bites. Learn how to use what you can grow in your own garden to make flavorful dishes. Sign up for once class, or all 3. We can’t wait to see you in the garden!
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Cooking Class: United Plates of America
Thursdays, March 5–June 18; 12:30–2:00 pm
Members: $500; non-members: $550
United Plates of America is a cooking class that celebrates the diverse flavors and culinary traditions found across the United States. Participants will explore popular regional dishes while learning practical techniques and culinary insights that bring each recipe to life. Please note that full meals will not be prepared during class, so we recommend eating lunch beforehand.
RegisterChocolate Lovers Cooking Class (Inclusive Class)
4 Thursdays, February 5–26; 12:30–2:00 pm
$55 for members & non-members
Celebrate your love of chocolate! This class invites everyone to explore the rich and versatile world of chocolate through hands-on learning, tasting, and creativity in the kitchen. Each session focuses on building confidence and discovering new ways to work with chocolate, from simple treats to impressive desserts. This inclusive class is designed for all skill levels and encourages collaboration, curiosity, and a spirit of indulgence.
RegisterCreating with Kit (Ages 18+)
Mondays, May 4–June 15; 12:45–1:30 pm
$110 members, $130 non-members
Explore painting, drawing, and collaging in one creative space. Experiment with colors, textures, and materials to make unique pieces while having fun and unleashing your imagination.
This inclusive class will be led by Kit Demirdelen, an art therapist who has experience working with individuals with a wide range of emotional, cognitive and physical abilities.
RegisterInclusive Theater Collective: Musical Mashup (Ages 16+)
Mondays, January 5–April 20; 5:45–6:45 pm
Members: $350; non-members: $375
Step into the spotlight and discover how fun and empowering theater can be! In this high-energy supportive space, we’ll play acting games, dive into improv, sing, and move our bodies. For this session, students will help choose their favorite pop songs to bring to life. The class will culminate in a lively showcase for family, friends, and the community on April 23.
RegisterInclusive Theater Collective (Ages 18+)
This energetic 6-week class features theater games, improv, singing, and movement. We’ll weave in students’ favorite pop songs to bring extra spark to every session!
New dates coming soon!
Lunch Bunch Cooking Class (Ages 18+)
In this fun, midday cooking group, participants prepare and enjoy healthy lunches while developing executive functioning, recipe-following, fine motor, kitchen safety, and independent living skills. Emphasis is placed on following multistep directions, visual-spatial organization, teamwork, and cleaning up as part of daily life skill practice.
New dates coming soon!
