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SUMMARY:Taste of Thailand with Chef Wilma Consul
DESCRIPTION:In-person Register HereWhat makes Thai food distinct from other Asian cuisines? In this class\, you’ll cook with ingredients that define Thai flavors: galangal\, lemongrass\, kaffir lime leaves\, chili\, palm sugar and more. Cooking Thai might look complicated\, but you’ll find it’s quite easy\, quick and fun. And promise\, your tongue won’t be on fire!  \n\nTom Kha Soup (Coconut Milk with Galangal) \nSom Tum (Green Papaya Salad)\nPad Kra Pao (Stir-Fry Holy Basil Chicken)\n(Tofu & Mushrooms for non-meat eaters)\n\n \nFresh from staging at Chez Panisse by Alice Waters in Berkeley\, CA\, journalist-turned-chef Wilma B. Consul is excited to teach you how to make her favorite dishes. She is the director of culinary\, outreach and media at ECO City Farms\, and teaches team-building cooking classes for Sidewalk Food Tours. She was chef instructor at the Culinary Arts Program of Carlos Rosario Adult Charter School for five years. Her experience includes Susan Gage Caterers\, Centrolina’s Mercato and J. Chocolatier in Washington\, DC and Purple Yam in Brooklyn. She leads the kitchen for the Breakfast of Hope fundraiser for homeless advocacy at St. Augustine\, the mother church of Black Catholics in DC. She has master’s degrees from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy and Columbia Graduate School of Journalism in New York. This June\, she’ll stage at Indigena by Owamni\, the Native American restaurant by Sean Sherman and a James Beard Award Winner for Best Restaurant (2022) in Minneapolis. 
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/taste-of-thailand-with-chef-wilma-consul/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Beginner Piano with Ms. Niki
DESCRIPTION:In-person Register HereAges: 8–11 years (Grades 3-6) \nLevel: Beginner \nMeets: Once a week — 30 minutes\, Length: 9-week series  \nFormat: Small group (4–5 students) \nStudents in grades 3-6 will be introduced to beginner piano skills\, learning to read music\, play simple melodies\, and develop basic hand coordination. The program will focus on building foundational techniques\, such as proper hand positioning\, rhythm\, and note recognition\, while exploring a varied repertoire of music\, including popular and classical pieces. This program enhances literacy and critical thinking skills as students interpret musical notation\, understand musical structure\, and develop the confidence to perform. Students will showcase their progress in a culminating recital for family and friends. \nCulminating Performance \nEach student will perform 1–2 pieces at a celebratory recital for family and friends\, showcasing their progress and musical growth over the 10 weeks. \nAdd-Ons & Exclusive Perks \n🎁 Share the Fun: Tell a friend\, and you’ll both score $25 credits when they sign up. There’s no limit — invite as many as you’d like! (as space allows) \n🎹 Show Off Your Skills: Be part of our Showcase Performance for just $25 — an optional chance for students to shine on stage\, celebrate progress\, and share their talents with family and friends!
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/beginner-piano-with-ms-niki/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Teens,In-person Events,Music Lessons
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SUMMARY:Beginner Piano | Teens with Ms. Niki
DESCRIPTION:In-person Register HereAges: 12–17 years (Grades 7-12) \nLevel: Beginner \nMeets: Once a week — 45 minutes\, Length: 9-week series \nSemester 2:  APR 24 – JUN 19\, 2026 \nFormat: Small group (4–5 students)\, In-person or Virtual \nStudents in grades 7-12 will be introduced to beginner piano skills\, learning to read music\, play simple melodies\, and develop basic hand coordination. The program will focus on building foundational techniques\, such as proper hand positioning\, rhythm\, and note recognition\, while exploring a varied repertoire of music\, including popular and classical pieces. This program enhances literacy and critical thinking skills as students interpret musical notation\, understand musical structure\, and develop the confidence to perform. Students will showcase their progress in a culminating recital for family and friends. \nCulminating Performance \nEach student will perform 1–2 pieces at a celebratory recital for family and friends\, showcasing their progress and musical growth over the 9 weeks. \nAdd-Ons & Exclusive Perks \n🎁 Share the Fun: Tell a friend\, and you’ll both score $25 credits when they sign up. There’s no limit — invite as many as you’d like! (as space allows); Inquire about the credit \n🎹 Show Off Your Skills: Be part of our Showcase Performance for just $25 — an optional chance for students to shine on stage\, celebrate progress\, and share their talents with family and friends! \n**Must be 18 and over to register. Parents/Guardians must register minors ages 8 – 17.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/beginner-piano-teens-with-ms-niki/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Teens,In-person Events,Music Lessons
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SUMMARY:Beginner Piano | Adults with Ms. Niki
DESCRIPTION:In-person Register HereAges: 18+ \n\n\n\nLevel: Beginner \nMeets: Once a week — 45 minutes\, Length: 9-week series  \nFormat: Small group (4–5 students)\, In-person or Virtual \nStudents will be introduced to beginner piano skills\, learning to read music\, play simple melodies\, and develop basic hand coordination. The program will focus on building foundational techniques\, such as proper hand positioning\, rhythm\, and note recognition\, while exploring a varied repertoire of music\, including popular and classical pieces. This program enhances literacy and critical thinking skills as students interpret musical notation\, understand musical structure\, and develop the confidence to perform. Students will showcase their progress in a culminating recital for family and friends. \nCulminating Performance \nEach student will perform 1–2 pieces at a celebratory recital for family and friends\, showcasing their progress and musical growth over the 9 weeks. \nAdd-Ons & Exclusive Perks \n🎁 Share the Fun: Tell a friend\, and you’ll both score $25 credits when they sign up. There’s no limit — invite as many as you’d like! (as space allows); Inquire about the credit \n🎹 Show Off Your Skills: Be part of our Showcase Performance for just $25 — an optional chance for students to shine on stage\, celebrate progress\, and share their talents with family and friends! \n**Must be 18 and over to register.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/beginner-piano-adults-with-ms-niki/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
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