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Arabic - Total Beginner
ABC Languages See all classes by this school @ 26 Broadway, New York, NY
Start learning Arabic from scratch with ABC Languages! Our engaging teachers will walk you through basic Arabic conversation and vocabulary while introducing you to Arabic script. Join our online group classes and begin your language journey today.
Jan 25th
5:30–7pm ET
Meets 8 Times
1-Time Fear-Free Drawing in Color Workshop: Oil Pastels! Class for Beginners
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 W 72nd St , New York, NY
Build a strong foundation in drawing through a supportive, beginner-friendly learning experience. Explore essential techniques including line work, shading, composition and color theory while developing your own creative style. Gain confidence as you create finished artwork and discover practical skills you can continue using beyond the class.
Medium & Technique | Cyanotypes
ArtsClub See all classes by this school @ 311 E 3rd St, New York, NY
Trace the origins of photography through the cyanotype process, one of the earliest known methods for creating images with light and chemistry. This beginner-friendly studio class guides you through the fundamentals as you use found or personal objects to create your own richly toned blue cyanotypes. Scholarly context and hands-on exploration combine to make this a deeply rewarding introduction to photographic history.
Nov 13th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Jan 9th
5–7pm ET
Artists Open Studio: All Levels All Painting, Drawing and Mixed Mediums
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 W 72nd St , New York, NY
Discover a welcoming space to create, explore, and grow as an artist. Work on your own projects while receiving personalized feedback from a professional instructor in a collaborative studio atmosphere. Connect with fellow creatives, refine your skills, and express your unique artistic voice in an inspiring NYC setting.
Nov 14th
10am–12pm ET
Jan 16th
1–3pm ET
Fear-Free Beginners Art Journaling: Drawing, Painting, and Collage Expression
The Art Studio NY See all classes by this school @ 243 W 72nd St , New York, NY
This nurturing, open-ended class creates a creative sanctuary where you can slow down, connect with your inner world, and express yourself freely through a range of mixed-media techniques including painting, drawing, collage, and intuitive mark-making. There are no strict rules here, only guidance and encouragement as you experiment with color, layering, texture, and intention to build a meaningful visual journal practice. With expert support throughout each session, you will develop confidence, access creative calm, and transform your thoughts and feelings into richly personal artwork.
Nov 20th
1:30–3pm ET
Meets 6 Times
Digital Photography Live In-the-Field @ The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY
Capture the grandeur of one of New York’s most iconic cultural landmarks while sharpening your eye for composition and natural light photography. Explore dramatic architecture, elegant interiors, and visually rich details as you practice perspective, leading lines, and strategic framing. Gain practical techniques for creating compelling images in dynamic indoor and outdoor settings.
Pressed Flower Coasters
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Join us for a fun evening of floral crafting! In this 1.5-hour workshop, create up to four beautiful coasters using pressed flowers and greenery, sealed in acrylic and finished with copper foil. No experience needed—just bring your creativity!
Family Chocolate Truffles
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Enjoy a fun, hands-on chocolate-making experience for the whole family. Learn to prepare smooth chocolate ganache from scratch, roll decadent truffles, and finish them with delicious coatings using high-quality couverture chocolate. Each participant will create their own handmade treats and take home a box to enjoy or share. No prior experience is needed.
Snowman Creampuff Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Create charming 3D snowman cream puffs in this festive, hands-on pastry workshop. Learn to prepare and pipe choux pastry in different sizes, fill the shells with creamy pastry cream, and add a glossy white chocolate coating. Assemble and decorate your snowmen with chocolate top hats, carrot noses, gold pearl buttons, and playful facial details. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels, with all supplies, a recipe packet, and a box of treats to take home.
Madeline Tree
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Celebrate the season by transforming delicate, buttery madeleines into a stunning edible holiday centerpiece. Learn to prepare and bake these golden French pastries from scratch, then stack and decorate them into a festive tree adorned with sugar stars, sprinkles, and elegant accents. Take home your beautifully crafted creation, perfect for sharing, gifting, or elevating your holiday table.
Bottle Opener Class
Nazz Forge See all classes by this school @ 52 34th St, Brooklyn, NY
Experience the ancient craft of blacksmithing in a single, immersive session at Nazz Forge. Working with fire and hammer, you will forge a practical and handsome bottle opener from raw metal, learning fundamental smithing techniques along the way. A thrilling introduction to the craft that ends with a truly one-of-a-kind object you made yourself.
Nov 7th
6–9pm ET
Nov 8th
6–9pm ET
Nov 12th
6–9pm ET
Nov 16th
6–9pm ET
Nov 19th
6–9pm ET
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Fall Prevention & Recovery
Balance Arts Center See all classes by this school @ 151 W 30th St, New York, NY
Strengthen your balance, coordination, and stability through a series of guided exercises focused on everyday movement. Learn practical techniques for fall prevention and practice safe transitions between sitting, standing, and floor-level positions. Engaging activities and games keep each session both effective and enjoyable.
Nov 18th
1–2:15pm ET
Dec 2nd
1–2:15pm ET
Dec 9th
1–2:15pm ET
Dec 16th
1–2:15pm ET
East Village Studio Session | Helen Frankenthaler
ArtsClub See all classes by this school @ 311 E 3rd St, New York, NY
Discover the innovative painting methods of Helen Frankenthaler and create your own serene soak-stain works at this exclusive studio night. Unlock your creativity as you study this influential American abstract expressionist and immerse yourself in vibrant, liquid-like colors throughout the session.
Mastering Accord Creation: The Perfumer's Secret Weapon
Fragrance Alliance Network See all classes by this school @ 38 West 32nd St, New York, NY
Discover the art and science of building fragrance accords through hands-on exercises that strengthen your blending skills and creative intuition. You'll learn proven techniques for analyzing ingredients, constructing balanced scents, and developing a systematic approach to creating your own unique perfume compositions.
Working with Paper Pulp Workshop Series
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Tap into the creative range of paper and paper pulp through this hands-on workshop. You'll experiment with a mix of traditional and unconventional materials to make distinctive 2D and 3D pieces, leaving with the skills, fresh ideas, and resources to keep developing your work in this versatile medium.
Nov 9th
2–5pm ET
Meets 5 Times
Jan 25th
2–5pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Feb 22nd
2–5pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Mar 29th
2–5pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Apr 26th
2–5pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Stand-Up Comedy Workshop
American Comedy Institute See all classes by this school @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY
Advance your stand-up career in the Stand-Up Comedy Workshop at the renowned American Comedy Institute. The program combines group classes, private writing sessions, and a live performance at Gotham Comedy Club. Open to beginners through working pros, it's a strong way to sharpen technique and write funnier, more original material.
Nov 11th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Jan 20th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Feb 17th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
Anatomy, Composition, and Perspective: Figure Drawing for Painters
New York School of the Arts See all classes by this school @ 315 E 62nd St, New York, NY
Build a sharper eye for the human form while building techniques that merge anatomy, gesture, and perspective. Guided by classical and modern methods, you'll create expressive, spatially sound compositions and turn figure studies into compelling narrative artworks.
Nov 12th
1–4pm ET
Meets 11 Times
Jan 28th
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Apr 1st
1–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
Art of the Dinner Party: Cooking to Entertain While Still Enjoying Your Party
Abigail's Kitchen See all classes by this school @ 193 Henry St, New York, NY
Learn the craft of effortless entertaining through a menu built to impress, including duck liver pâté, seared scallops, and molten chocolate cake. Learn methods to keep your dinner party stress-free, freeing you to enjoy your guests and the evening. Discover how to shape a seamless, memorable dining experience with ease.
Sinasilk Sculpting Masterclass
East Village Hats See all classes by this school @ 80 E 7th St, New York, NY
Unlock the secrets of the Sina-Silk technique and create wearable works of art in the Silk and Sinamay Sculpting Masterclass at East Village Hats. Discover the unique method of combining these fabrics to unleash their full potential, and learn how to manipulate them into stunning three-dimensional creations. No experience is necessary - just bring your creative eye!
Nov 22nd
10am–6pm ET
Meets 2 Times
Musical Improv - Accompanied by a Professional Pianist
Kissin Improv See all classes by this school @ 2025 Broadway, New York, NY
Tap into your musical and comedic side in this lively class where you write funny lyrics and melodies on the spot. Working with a seasoned pianist, you will practice rhyming, narrative structure, and basic song form, building up to improvising whole musicals from scratch. Open to experienced performers and total newcomers, this class is a joyful entry into musical improv.
Nov 28th
2:30–6:30pm ET
Dec 26th
2:30–6:30pm ET
Jan 23rd
2:30–6:30pm ET
Feb 27th
2:30–6:30pm ET
Mar 27th
2:30–6:30pm ET
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