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The Octagon — Community Life in New York, New York

888 Main St, New York, NY, 10044

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Cobu Community Score
59 The Cobu Community Score is a 0–100 score that reflects how actively residents participate in their apartment community, based on verified activity inside the Cobu platform.
out of 100 Updated Jul 22, 2026
Events
22
community events hosted in the last 90 days
Participation
56%
of Cobu users actively engaged in the community
Groups
16
active resident interest groups

What's It Like to Live at The Octagon?

The Octagon is one of New York's most active resident communities, with 56% of Cobu users regularly engaging through weekly events, 16 interest groups, chat, and a neighbor marketplace.

Located at 888 Main St in New York, residents connect through interest groups such as Foodie Group, Networking, and Tennis, plus a vibrant community chat.

The community hosts an average of 8 events per month, here are a few recent examples: Manicures, Pedicures & Massages with Piers Laine, In-Person: All-Levels Yoga, and In-Person: Outdoor Yoga.

What Events Does The Octagon Host?

The Octagon hosts 8 community events on average every month. Here's what's coming up and what recently happened.

In-Person: All-Levels Yoga — This yoga class is perfect for those new to yoga and seasoned yogis. The postures can be accommodations for all bodies. Explore the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of yoga practice through simple movement, mindfulness, and breathwork. The poses in this class are designed to encourage openness in the body and find rest and rejuvenation for the mind. Max Class Size: 10 Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders. Upcoming

In-Person: All-Levels Yoga

Thursday · · 6:30 PM

This yoga class is perfect for those new to yoga and seasoned yogis. The postures can be accommodations for all bodies. Explore the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of yoga practice through simple movement, mindfulness, and breathwork. The poses in this class are designed to encourage openness in the body and find rest and rejuvenation for the mind. Max Class Size: 10 Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

In-Person: Outdoor Yoga — This yoga class is perfect for those new to yoga and seasoned yogis. Explore yoga's physical, mental, and emotional benefits through simple movement, mindfulness, and breathwork. If the weather does not permit the class to happen outside, the coach will message the class. Max Class Size: 20 Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders. Upcoming 3 RSVPs

In-Person: Outdoor Yoga

Saturday · · 10:30 AM

This yoga class is perfect for those new to yoga and seasoned yogis. Explore yoga's physical, mental, and emotional benefits through simple movement, mindfulness, and breathwork. If the weather does not permit the class to happen outside, the coach will message the class. Max Class Size: 20 Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

In-Person: 30min Group Strength Training — This class is designed for participants of all fitness levels and targets all muscle groups through dynamic and isometric movements. The instructor will also provide opportunities to challenge balance and body awareness. Max Class Size: 12 Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders. Upcoming

In-Person: 30min Group Strength Training

Monday · · 6:30 PM

This class is designed for participants of all fitness levels and targets all muscle groups through dynamic and isometric movements. The instructor will also provide opportunities to challenge balance and body awareness. Max Class Size: 12 Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you’ll get reminders.

Manicures, Pedicures & Massages with Piers Laine — Enjoy professional nail and massage services right at home with Piers Laine. Manicures, pedicures, and massages will be available on-site throughout June making it easy to treat yourself without leaving the community. Recent 2 RSVPd

Manicures, Pedicures & Massages with Piers Laine

Friday · · 10:00 AM

Enjoy professional nail and massage services right at home with Piers Laine. Manicures, pedicures, and massages will be available on-site throughout June making it easy to treat yourself without leaving the community.

What Groups and Clubs Are at The Octagon?

Groups are open to all residents. The Octagon residents have formed 16 active interest-based groups. Here are the most popular.

Marketplace — This group is a convenient destination for residents to discover, buy and sell items in your building. Post items or inquire about items in the discussions.

Marketplace

352 members

This group is a convenient destination for residents to discover, buy and sell items in your building. Post items or inquire about items in the discussions.

Foodie Group — Welcome to the foodie group! We're all about food and friends. You can expect us to get together often to share everything from potlucks to take-out, taco trucks to prix-fixe, and cooking up our own culinary delights too. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so check the description for details or ask in the discussion section — and always be sure to bring a healthy appetite! Have an idea for our next foodie adventure? Schedule a gathering and let's eat!

Foodie Group

79 members

Welcome to the foodie group! We're all about food and friends. You can expect us to get together often to share everything from potlucks to take-out, taco trucks to prix-fixe, and cooking up our own culinary delights too. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so check the description for details or ask in the discussion section — and always be sure to bring a healthy appetite! Have an idea for our next foodie adventure? Schedule a gathering and let's eat!

Networking — A space to exchange business ideas, make introductions, talk about challenges and wins, help each other to succeed.

Networking

64 members

A space to exchange business ideas, make introductions, talk about challenges and wins, help each other to succeed.

Tennis — A group for tennis players who would like to organize some hitting/matchplay at the Octagon courts.

Tennis

55 members

A group for tennis players who would like to organize some hitting/matchplay at the Octagon courts.

Social Group — A welcoming space for young adults to connect, make new friends, and build community. Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to expand your social circle, this group is all about fun, support, and meaningful connections.

Social Group

53 members

A welcoming space for young adults to connect, make new friends, and build community. Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to expand your social circle, this group is all about fun, support, and meaningful connections.

Tasting Club — A hint of nutmeg..." Welcome to the tasting group! In this group, we explore the world through our sense of taste: wine, beer, whiskey, cocktails - you name it! You can expect us to get together often to share our favorite things to taste or go out to a restaurant or bar for a more formal tasting of something special. What to bring? This will vary by gathering, but always be sure to bring your taste buds! Be sure to check the gathering's description for details and whether you should bring your own favorite beverage to share with the group. If in doubt, start a discussion thread. Have an idea for the next tasting adventure? Schedule a gathering!

Tasting Club

44 members

A hint of nutmeg..." Welcome to the tasting group! In this group, we explore the world through our sense of taste: wine, beer, whiskey, cocktails - you name it! You can expect us to get together often to share our favorite things to taste or go out to a restaurant or bar for a more formal tasting of something special. What to bring? This will vary by gathering, but always be sure to bring your taste buds! Be sure to check the gathering's description for details and whether you should bring your own favorite beverage to share with the group. If in doubt, start a discussion thread. Have an idea for the next tasting adventure? Schedule a gathering!

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