We’re out, but we’re not down. While Hill Center’s doors are physically closed, we are still welcoming the community, virtually, to the kind of “live” events so many of us have missed recently. Our first live, interactive conversation, via the…
This week, we continue to highlight organizations that were slated to participate in the 8th annual Volunteer Capitol Hill in May 2020. DC Central Kitchen first participated in Volunteer Capitol Hill in 2014. DC Central Kitchen’s mission is to “use…
My 3-year-old was very disappointed to hear her Spirit themed birthday party was canceled. She didn’t understand why she couldn’t celebrate with all of her friends and it broke my heart. Like so many of us, Covid-19 has impacted not…
This week, we continue highlighting organizations that were slated to participate in the 8th annual Volunteer Capitol Hill in May 2020. For Love of Children (FLOC) has participated in Volunteer Capitol Hill since 2015. FLOC “provides educational services beyond the…
Hill Center’s annual Volunteer Capitol Hill is a staple in the community, as organizations from around Capitol Hill meet prospective volunteers, network with other non-profits, and celebrate the generosity of the Capitol Hill community. The eighth annual Volunteer Capitol Hill…
When I first read Ross Gay’s book of lyric essays, “The Book of Delights,” I was in a coffee shop. It was a Saturday morning (delight), in a sunny corner (delight), at a shared table with strangers who seemed friendly,…
In April, the Eastern Market Art Series & Teachings (EAST), a monthly series that brings kids ages 6-10 and artists together to explore a different craft or medium, goes online! Here are the details from EAST’s Adrian: Becca, our…
While our physical doors are closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic, many of our program partners are open for business – but in a new way. While we can't wait until we can once again all gather together at Hill…
Chamber music is having a moment and Hill Center is on top of it. Small musical ensembles can now be found performing in private homes, churches and other non-profit centers throughout the country much as they did in 19th-century Europe.…
This month, Olga Berman launches her first flower arranging class at Hill Center. During the two hour hands on class, a quick field trip to Trader Joe’s to pick up seasonal flowers will be followed by mimosas and all the…