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5 events, 29
2025-12-23
HMI CLOSED
HMI CLOSED
December 23, 2025 - January 1, 2026
HMI CLOSED
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured December 29, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
December 29, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon
December 29, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon

Get crafting every Monday with Abbie and Crimson in the Art Space! Email Crimson at Cgnecco@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
December 29, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

4 events, 30
2025-12-23
HMI CLOSED
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
December 30, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Know Your Power
December 30, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Know Your Power

Real Conversations about use, safety and self care. Learn tools to manage or reduce use on your own terms. Games, activites and more. Meets in Room 303. Email Lauren at …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
December 30, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6 events, 31
2025-12-23
HMI CLOSED
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured December 31, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
December 31, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Peace Portal
December 31, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Peace Portal

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are laptops available …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
December 31, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Peace Portal (After Dinner)
December 31, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Peace Portal (After Dinner)

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are laptops available …

3 events, 1
2025-12-23
HMI CLOSED
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
January 1 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
January 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

1 event, 2
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
January 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

0 events, 3
0 events, 4
4 events, 5
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured January 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
January 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon
January 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon

Get crafting every Monday with Abbie and Crimson in the Art Space! Email Crimson at Cgnecco@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
January 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

3 events, 6
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
January 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music
January 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music

Outloud is a new open group where we explore ourselves through listening, songwriting, collaboration, and performance. Find your voice, connect with community, and express yourself through music. Are you ready …

3 events, 7
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured January 7 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
January 7 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
January 7 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

5 events, 8
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 8 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
January 8 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop
January 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop

Get one on one help with your resume, cover letters, mock interviews, and job searching! Email Reid at relwell@hmi.org for more information or call 212.674.2600 ext. 253.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
January 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms
January 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. In the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

1 event, 9
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
January 9 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

0 events, 10
0 events, 11
4 events, 12
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured January 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
January 12 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon
January 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon

Get crafting every Monday with Abbie and Crimson in the Art Space! Email Crimson at Cgnecco@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
January 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

3 events, 13
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 13 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
January 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music
January 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music

Outloud is a new open group where we explore ourselves through listening, songwriting, collaboration, and performance. Find your voice, connect with community, and express yourself through music. Are you ready …

3 events, 14
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured January 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
January 14 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
January 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6 events, 15
Featured 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Community Meeting
Featured January 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Community Meeting

HMIYouth join us for our monthly Community Meeting on the first Thursday of every month. Join us for snacks, games and our MONTHLY RAFFLE for cool prizes all while learning …

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
January 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop
January 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop

Get one on one help with your resume, cover letters, mock interviews, and job searching! Email Reid at relwell@hmi.org for more information or call 212.674.2600 ext. 253.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
January 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms
January 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. In the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

1 event, 16
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
January 16 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

0 events, 17
0 events, 18
4 events, 19
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured January 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
January 19 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon
January 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon

Get crafting every Monday with Abbie and Crimson in the Art Space! Email Crimson at Cgnecco@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
January 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

3 events, 20
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
January 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music
January 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music

Outloud is a new open group where we explore ourselves through listening, songwriting, collaboration, and performance. Find your voice, connect with community, and express yourself through music. Are you ready …

3 events, 21
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured January 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
January 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
January 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

6 events, 22
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
New Years Celebration
Featured January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
New Years Celebration

Come celebrate the New Year with your HMI family! Activities TBA. Email hmiyouth@hmi.org

4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 22 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
January 22 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop
January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop

Get one on one help with your resume, cover letters, mock interviews, and job searching! Email Reid at relwell@hmi.org for more information or call 212.674.2600 ext. 253.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker
January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s the T–Blocker

What's the T-Blocker: A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Email Bre or Mykey for more info: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms
January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. In the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

1 event, 23
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
January 23 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

0 events, 24
0 events, 25
4 events, 26
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Featured January 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function.Every Monday and Wednesday! Email …

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays
January 26 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Art Studio Mondays

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon
January 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Krafternoon

Get crafting every Monday with Abbie and Crimson in the Art Space! Email Crimson at Cgnecco@hmi.org for more info.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle
January 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Soul Circle

Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI's Asha every Thursday 6-7:15pm. This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and …

3 events, 27
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 27 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
January 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join …

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music
January 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OUT:LOUD Queering Music

Outloud is a new open group where we explore ourselves through listening, songwriting, collaboration, and performance. Find your voice, connect with community, and express yourself through music. Are you ready …

3 events, 28
Featured 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Featured January 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers
January 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tabletop Gaymers

Tabletop Gaymers: An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Email Bre at boreilly@hmi.org

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday
January 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Open Art Studio Wednesday

Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

4 events, 29
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games
January 29 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Get Psyched About Games

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating …

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House
January 29 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Your House

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), …

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop
January 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Job Shop

Get one on one help with your resume, cover letters, mock interviews, and job searching! Email Reid at relwell@hmi.org for more information or call 212.674.2600 ext. 253.

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms
January 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Art Blooms

Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. In the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org

1 event, 30
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
January 30 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 4-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

0 events, 31
0 events, 1
December 23
All day

HMI CLOSED

Featured December 29, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

December 29, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

December 29, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Krafternoon

December 29, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

December 23
All day

HMI CLOSED

December 30, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

December 30, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Know Your Power

December 30, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

December 23
All day

HMI CLOSED

Featured December 31, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

December 31, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

December 31, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Peace Portal

December 31, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

December 31, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Peace Portal (After Dinner)

December 23
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HMI CLOSED

January 1 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

January 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

January 2
January 2 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

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January 5
Featured January 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

January 5 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

January 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Krafternoon

January 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

January 6
January 6 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

January 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

OUT:LOUD Queering Music

January 7
Featured January 7 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

January 7 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

January 7 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

January 8
January 8 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 8 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

January 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Shop

January 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

January 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Art Blooms

January 9
January 9 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

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January 12
Featured January 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

January 12 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

January 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Krafternoon

January 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

January 13
January 13 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

January 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

OUT:LOUD Queering Music

January 14
Featured January 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

January 14 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

January 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

January 15
Featured January 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Community Meeting

January 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

January 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Shop

January 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

January 15 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Art Blooms

January 16
January 16 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

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January 19
Featured January 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

January 19 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

January 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Krafternoon

January 19 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

January 20
January 20 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

January 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

OUT:LOUD Queering Music

January 21
Featured January 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

January 21 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

January 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

January 22
Featured January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

New Years Celebration

January 22 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 22 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Shop

January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

What’s the T–Blocker

January 22 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Art Blooms

January 23
January 23 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

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January 26
Featured January 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays

January 26 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Open Art Studio Mondays

January 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Krafternoon

January 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Soul Circle

January 27
January 27 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes

January 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

OUT:LOUD Queering Music

January 28
Featured January 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays

January 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Tabletop Gaymers

January 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Open Art Studio Wednesday

January 29
January 29 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Get Psyched About Games

January 29 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Your House

January 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Job Shop

January 29 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Art Blooms

January 30
January 30 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah

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SERVICES

HMI’S PANTRY IS OPEN M-FRI 3:30-7:30PM. LAUNDRY FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE M-FRI 3:30-5PM. SHOWER SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE M-FRI 3:30-6:30PM.

  • All showers are part of your pantry appointment and lasts 30 minutes. 15 minutes for Pantry/15 Minutes for Shower.
    Sign up at the front desk. First Come, First Served. 2 Slots available every day.
  • For Laundry come to our front desk and make an appointment – only 2 appointment per day (one load per day and bedding counts as 1 load – please plan ahead) and it’s first come first serve so please book in advance.
    * Laundry is available from Monday-Friday from 3:30-5.
    * On your appointment day stop by early – you MUST start your load before 4:30pm. Clothes cannot be left in the dryer overnight.
    * Please be careful with our machines – empty all your pockets, and do not move the machines.
    * First Load at 3:30pm; Second Load at 4:30pm
    3 Ways To Sign Up!!!:
    1) Sign-up at the front desk in person
    2) Email frontdesk@hmi.org between 3:30-7:30.
    3) Call 212-674-2400 between 3:30-7:30.

COUNSELING SERVICES

We have a diverse group of clinicians ranging from Drama Therapists, Art Therapists, and Social workers and across identities like Bipoc, Queer, and Trans+.  Email counseling@hmi.org or call 212-674-2400 

  • On-call counseling appointments are 30-minute, first-come-first-serve appointments with set counselors for that day.

  • Sessions are offered every day M-F from 3:30 -7:00 and to schedule an appointment you can either reach out to counseling@hmi.org to schedule ahead or call 212-674-2400 to schedule the day of. Our staff will let you know the counselors’ availability.

  • We can do on-call appointments either virtually or in person at 2 Astor Place, 3rd Floor and typically have times every weekday from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm.

 

MEDICAL SERVICES

For free medical services please contact Camille Gaji at Cgaji@hmi.org. They can assist you in making an appointment at any of the below Callen Lorde locations:

Callen-Lorde Chelsea
356 West 18th Street
New York, NY 10011
Phone: (212) 271-7200
Fax: (212) 271-7225

Callen-Lorde Bronx
3144 3rd Avenue
Bronx, NY 10451
Phone: (718) 215-1800
Fax: (212) 271-7225

Callen-Lorde Brooklyn
40 Flatbush Avenue Extension
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Phone: (718) 215-1818
Fax: (212) 271-7225

HMI offers a number of health services in-house:

  • Onsite HIV Rapid Testing
  • HIV/STI Consulting and Linkage to Care
  • HRT Referrals
  • PrEP/PEP referrals
  • Vision referrals
  • Medical referrals, including specialists (if the client has insurance)
  • As well as linkages throughout HMI’s scope of services.
  • Complete a HIV and/or STI test automatically qualifies you for our Sexual Health Raffle for fun prizes!

    Email Chris Murray at hivservices@hmi.org for more information.

NEWSLETTER

Read and sign up for our Monthly Newsletter.

HMI’S PAID INTERNSHIPS & CLOSED GROUPS

HMI’s offers a number of paid internships throughout the year. We will post flyers as internships become open to applicants.  Applicants must be between 13-24 years old and a current member or willing to become a member of the Hetrick-Martin Institute.


ACTIVITIES AND PARTIES




OPPORTUNITIES

Hetrick–Martin Institute is happy to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program from July 2025 through December 2025. You can now donate to HMI just by shopping at Buffalo Exchange Williamsburg at 504 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11211. Instead of a plastic bag, the Tokens for Bags® program offers shoppers a 5 cent token to donate to one of three local charities with each purchase. The program has generated over $982,840 for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations since 1994 and has kept over 19.65 million plastic bags from the landfill. Stop in to shop and drop us a token! We appreciate your support! Click here to learn more.


FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS


OUR WEEKLY GROUPS

MONDAYS

HMI’s Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and ink, collage materials, fiber arts, printmaking materials, sculpture materials (plaster, clay, model magic, found objects), paper crafts, glitter, and more.
Using materials to express yourself through art can reduce stress, increase self-awareness, foster growth of hands-on skills, improve communication abilities, and boost self-esteem too! Hosted by Leesa Tabrizi  Mondays 4-6pm in the art space.

HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm).  Kiki, Vogue, runway.  What’s your fancy?  Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Email hmiyouth@hmi.org for more information.

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 

Join Abbie and Crimson every Monday for KRAFTERNOON!  Get creative with glitter, fabrics, paint, jewelry making and more!  Email Crimson at Cporco@hmi.org for more information.

Start the week right at our Drag Race Viewing Party! Email Shane for more info at sthompson@hmi.org.

 

TUESDAYS

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating to mental health/psychology that show up – meet in room 302!

Join for Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes  to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity!  Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth!  Join HMI’s Salem and Tara every Tuesday from 6-7:30pm in room 301.  As a courtesy to other attendees please arrive before 6:30pm. Email Salem at svazcones@hmi.org

 

 

WEDNESDAYS

HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm).  Kiki, Vogue, runway.  What’s your fancy?  Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Emailhmiyouth@hmi.org for more information.

drama therapy-based group facilitated by Jahmar and Spencer every Wednesday from 4-5 PM. It’s called CTRL-ALT-QUEER: Flip the script—ditch old roles, try on new ones, and own your queer power through art, drama, and play. Email Jahmar at jortiz@hmi.org for more info.

Open Art Studio Wednesdays at 6-7:30pm   Email Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 

An open group where youth create a character and role play as them within a fun cafe setting! Contact: boreilly@hmi.org

THURSDAYS

Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating to mental health/psychology that show up – meet in room 302!

 

Join us every Thursday for all your job search needs from resumes to interview skills!  Email Reid at Relwell@hmi.org for more info.

 

A group for trans femmes/trans women to gather and talk authentically about their experiences. Contact: boreilly@hmi.org & madme@hmi.org

Your House (Sip hot tea, Sink into cozy vibes, chat quietly, or chill with a movie or series. No pressure —just a warm, welcoming place to relax and be yourself.), which will occur every Thursday from 4-5 PM. Email Spencer at solson@hmi.org.

FRIDAYS

Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs!  Room 346, 3:30-5pm.  Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org

Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 


Contacts for Mental Health Crisis:  
NYC Anti-Violence Project ([avp.org]avp.org) has a 24-hour bilingual hotline (212-714-1141) for any LGBTQ and/or HIV+ person experiencing a crisis.  

NYC Well offers counseling in more than 200 languages and can be access via phone (888-692-9355, or call 711 for relay service for deaf/hard of hearing), text (Text WELL to 65173), or online chat through their website ([nycwell.cityofnewyork.us]nycwell.cityofnewyork.us)  

The Trevor Project has a 24-hour crisis and suicide prevention helpline (866-488-7386) for LGBTQ and questioning youth. They are also accessible via text (text START to 678678) or online chat through their website We’re here for you Now | The Trevor Project

The Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connections trans people to the community, support and resources they need to survive and thrive. Call 877-565-8860 to connect or visit translifeline.org 

Love is Respect is a national resource to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships and intimate partner violence by empowering young people through inclusive and equitable education, support and resources. https://www.loveisrespect.org/
The Steve Fund Crisis Line for People of Color: Text STEVE to 741741  

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