Demystify the famous French cookie with French trained Chef Wendi James. Learn the tips and tricks to success and return home with your own box of colorful sweets. You'll make two different macarons: Chocolate Raspberry Triple Vanilla About Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris in 1997…
Words come alive in this inspiring EAST Kids Arts Workshop led by poet and educator Taru Thompson. Young writers will explore poetry as a creative tool for self-expression, storytelling, and reflection. Through fun prompts, group activities, and gentlediscussion, kids will learn how to turn their thoughts, feelings, and observations into poems. Drawing inspiration from nature,…
Learn Chef Rochelle’s secrets to making delectable French pastries. In this class we will be making pâté a choux dough used for cream puffs, eclairs, and Paris Brest. We will also make our own puff pastry dough and learn different shapes and ways to utilize it like palmiers, cinnamon twists, and turnovers. Rochelle is…
Get ready for a fun-filled culinary adventure! Grab your favorite person and dive into three vibrant, romantic recipes. After you've cooked up a storm, you'll enjoy your spectacular feast with wine and beer in hand. Menu: Lobster Crostini with Lemon Herb Aioli Port Braised Short Ribs with Parmesan Risotto Flourless Chocolate Cake with Ice…
Get ready for a fun-filled culinary adventure! Grab your favorite person and dive into three vibrant, romantic recipes. After you've cooked up a storm, you'll enjoy your spectacular feast with wine and beer in hand. Menu: Lobster Crostini with Lemon Herb Aioli Port Braised Short Ribs with Parmesan Risotto Flourless Chocolate Cake with Ice…
Who doesn't love a delicious bowl of soup with some tasty bread to complement it? Join Chef Wendi James to create a trio of flavor-forward soup and bread pairings. You'll make: French Onion Soup & Caramelized Onion Ciabatta Broccoli Cheddar Soup & Potato Garlic Bread Carrot Coconut Soup & Ginger Turmeric Sourdough About Wendi: Wendi…
Nani Vazana is a millennial Ladino songwriter, she won the Eurovision for minority languages 2024 “Liet International” representing the Netherlands with her original song Una Segunda Piel (A Second Skin). Described by BBC Radio 3 as “a voice that transports you from ancient markets to modern jazz clubs in one breath”, Vazana’s music breathes new life into Ladino—the nearly lost language of…
In this three part cooking class series, learn the building blocks of classic French sauces to elevate your cooking to the next level. Through demonstration and hands on training, create dishes in every class using a variety of sauces. Classes take place once a week for three weeks. Week 1: Stocks, Roux, Veloute, Fruit Coulis…
Motherhood is a journey, and bringing home a new baby can be a big adjustment for the whole family. PACE (Parenting and Childhood Education) provides group-based educational and emotional support for first-time moms and second(or third!)-time moms in the DC metro area. Groups are closed and led by trained facilitators, covering a wide range of discussion topics…
Learning how to properly yield a knife is key to cooking great meals safely. Do you want to learn how to chop vegetables like a pro or learn the proper uses for certain knives? Join Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques…
Create Iconic Structures from Paper Why wait decades to build a masterpiece? Learn to craft famous architectural wonders from simple sheets of paper in just two hours! With basic hand…
Hill Center launched its new public affairs discussion series, At Issue in 2025. The series examines the many critical issues we are faced with today. Dara Lind is a Senior…
Join us for a contemporary approach to painting with watercolors with Christine Vineyard. Students will learn how to use several different types of watercolor paints (tube, liquid and pencils) and…
Join us for an extraordinary journey through five exceptional wines crafted by Black wine producers who are redefining the industry and reshaping wine culture. This intimate tasting celebrates the artistry, innovation, and resilience of Black vintners whose contributions have long been overlooked in traditional wine spaces. What to Expect: Five Premium Wines thoughtfully selected to showcase…
Learn a new technique and create your very own print in this workshop with Christine Vineyard! Students will walk away with basic knowledge and instructions for how to create a…
Who doesn't love a delicious bowl of soup with some tasty bread to complement it? Join Chef Wendi James to create a trio of flavor-forward soup and bread pairings. You'll make: French Onion Soup & Caramelized Onion Ciabatta Broccoli Cheddar Soup & Potato Garlic Bread Carrot Coconut Soup & Ginger Turmeric Sourdough About Wendi: Wendi…
Hill Center has partnered with Go Spanish Now to provide this Spanish course. The purpose of this course is not simply to teach you about Spanish, but rather to develop your language skills so that you can communicate successfully in the language. For that reason, the course includes a variety of components designed to allow you…
Learn a new technique and create your very own print in this workshop with Christine Vineyard! Students will walk away with basic knowledge and instructions for how to create a linoleum block print from start to finish. By the end of class, students will have a carved block and at least one final print to…
Hill Center has partnered with Go Spanish Now to provide this Spanish course. The purpose of this course is not simply to teach you about Spanish, but rather to develop your language skills so that you can communicate successfully in the language. For that reason, the course includes a variety of components designed to allow…
This course is designed for adults who wish to start drawing, but aren’t sure where to begin! We will be working on basic drawing skills and techniques over the course of four classes. Our first class will serve as an introduction – trying out techniques and becoming familiar with materials. In the second class, students…
Hill Center has partnered with Go Spanish Now to provide this Spanish course. The purpose of this course is not simply to teach you about Spanish, but rather to develop your language skills so that you can communicate successfully in the language. For that reason, the course includes a variety of components designed to allow…
Presented in partnership with FREE DC and Women in Film & Video This one-hour documentary is the first historical film on the right for self-government in Washington, D.C. told through…
Glow, color, and creativity come together in this hands-on EAST Workshop led by multimedia artist Miriam Julianna. Young artists will learn the art of rolled candle making while exploring storytelling, pattern, and personal expression Using sheets of colorful beeswax, participants will design and roll their own unique candles, experimenting with layering, texture, and shape. Along…
Adoptive Parents of Color Collaborative (APCC) invites you to an afternoon of community and support sponsored by Pact, An Adoption Alliance. Pizza and fun near Dupont Circle (metro accessible) Come learn about Pact’s Adoptive Parents of Color Collaborative (APCC) which supports people of color who have adopted or fostered children of color to build community,…
Learning how to properly yield a knife is key to cooking great meals safely. Do you want to learn how to chop vegetables like a pro or learn the proper uses for certain knives? Join Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques…
A Conversation Featuring John Lewis's Longtime Director of Communications, Brenda Jones, Playwright, Psalmayene 24, and Historian, George Derek Musgrove Presented in partnership with Mosaic Theatre Company and their production of Young John Lewis: Prodigy of Protest by Mosaic's Playwright in-in-Residence, Psalmayene 24 Learn More Here: https://mosaictheater.org/young-john-lewis It's time to make some good trouble. Join us for…
In this class, we will learn and practice foundational yoga poses i.e. the standing poses, twists, forward folds and seated postures as we connect the postures through a slow flow and breath. Class warm ups will include some tai-chi moves. This class is appropriate for the senior community, new moms and honestly, any adult who…
Young Voices | Developing Musical Skills and Stage Presence with Heart Ages: 8–10 (Grades 3–5) Level: Beginner – Early Intermediate Meets: Once a week — 30 minutes Format: Small group (4–5 students) Discover the joy of singing! Students build confidence while learning healthy vocal habits, pitch control, and expressive performance. Weekly vocal lessons for children in a fun, focused,…
Ready to test your skills and have a blast? Mahjong on the Hill is the perfect in-person event for all the tile-shufflers out there! Whether you’re a casual player or just starting, come join us to learn what mahjong is all about! This program is designed for those who are curious about Mahjong, enjoy social games, or are looking for…
Build confidence cooking fish from start to finish. Learn how to choose and purchase fresh fish, then dive into essential techniques: sautéing filets, baking whole fish, and preparing crudo, escabeche, and tartar. We’ll cover heat, oils, coatings, acids, and flavor balance—plus how to tell exactly when fish is done—so you can cook seafood beautifully at…