January 2021
Hill Center Galleries & CHAL Virtual Juried Exhibition
Nearly 50 artists show 94 total works in the annual Hill Center Galleries and Capitol Hill Art League (CHAL) Juried Exhibition. While the entire show moves online due to the ongoing pandemic, the work of the artists of CHAL continues…
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On the Cooling Rack: Pâte à Choux Workshop
If you know, you know. Pâte à choux is the basis for the most wonderful things to come out of France - Gougères, Profiteroles and Beignets. Join Chef Wendi James via an interactive Zoom session to master pâte à choux.…
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The Whole Beast: Duck Boot Camp
Calling all carnivores! Many of us have forgotten that the meat we buy comes from animals. The Whole Beast series will highlight the processes involved in butchering and preparing prime cuts, as well as some of the lesser-known bits. You…
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Kitchen 101: Introduction to Cooking Series
We get it. The idea of cooking a healthy, non-frozen meal for yourself or your family most nights can be exhausting. Sometimes it's necessary to go back to the basics and return to tried and true recipes. Whether you are…
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Tippi Toes: Ballet Tap Jazz (Ages 3-4)
Join Tippi Toes® for a high-energy dance class designed to keep boys and girls engaged in continual motion from the first step to the last beat. Tippe Toes's positive, upbeat classes are based on original, imaginative, and FUN music which…
Find out more »Tippi Toes: Ballet Tap Jazz (Ages 3-4)
Join Tippi Toes® for a high-energy dance class designed to keep boys and girls engaged in continual motion from the first step to the last beat. Tippi Toe's positive, upbeat classes are based on original, imaginative, and FUN music which…
Find out more »Tippi Toes: Tippi Pro (Ages 5-7)
Tippi Pro (Elementary) takes their Ballet Tap Jazz combo class to a whole new level - introducing more complex dance steps, combos, and steps across the floor! This class is designed for 5-7-year-olds and builds on concepts learned in prior Tippi…
Find out more »Tippi Toes: Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9)
Tippi Toes's Hip Hop is the perfect class for boys and girls, ages 6-9, who want to dance, stay active, and learn how to freestyle! This class focuses on rhythm, musicality, and basic footwork. Students will develop coordination, body awareness,…
Find out more »February 2021
Family Style Series: Aloo (Potato) Masala
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels -- family style. This time around Marianne is serving up a classic Indian dish, aloo masala. A simple meal made with potatoes and onions, aloo…
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Kitchen 101: Sausage Making
All around the world, sausage is the food of the people. Learn to use the proper ingredients, make sausage and use various cooking methods. Eat, drink and be merry. In this interactive Zoom class, Chef Haskell will make Spicy Cajun…
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Reading and Conversation with George Washington University Writer-in-Residence Cutter Wood (Free)
Join us for a virtual reading and conversation with George Washington University's (GWU) Jenny McKean Moore writer-in-residence Cutter Wood and host Lisa Page, Director of Creative Writing at GWU. This community reading will explore Cutter Wood's true crime book "Love…
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Flower Arranging with Olga Berman
Join local flower enthusiast, Olga Berman, to learn how to turn your average flowers from the grocery store into a beautiful arrangement in this one-hour virtual class. Whether you want to treat your Valentine to flowers or treat yourself, you'll…
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Eastern Market Art Series and Teachings Online Workshop: Dancing with the Local Motion Project’s Sara Lavan (Free)
The Eastern Market Art Series & Teachings (EAST) is joined by the Local Motion Project, an Alexandria-based organization that strives to elevate dance through education, participation, and observation for people of all ages, to teach kids the art of dance…
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Better Grades in Less Time
If you can think of anything you'd rather do than homework, you'll love learning how to earn better grades in less time! In this small-group introduction to time management and study skills, middle school and high school students and parents…
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Family Style Series: Onigiri
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels -- family style. This time the featured dish brings us to Japan! Onigiri, also known as rice balls, is a popular Japanese comfort food often…
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Kitchen 101: Knife Skills
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 via a…
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On the Cooling Rack: Chocolate Hazelnut Tart
Let's make the most of these holidays at home! Prepare a special dessert for Valentine's Day. Join Chef Wendi James via an interactive Zoom session to make a Salted Caramel, Hazelnut Ganache Tart with a Dark Cocoa Crust. Following the events,…
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Long Lunch: *Chinese New Year* Dumplings
When traveling the world, sometimes the best meals are found in the streets - from food trucks, carts and stalls. In this interactive Zoom class, Chef Mark Haskell will take you on a tour of the back alleys and busy…
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*Virtual* Infant & Child CPR
It takes two hours of your time to learn the skills that could save your child’s life. During this class you will be taught by a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse. You will learn Infant and Child CPR, AED…
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Long Lunch: Bánh Xèo, or Vietnamese Rice Crêpes
Take a Long Lunch with Chef Mark Haskell to learn the basics of Bánh Xèo, or Vietnamese Rice Crepes. These crispy, lace crepes are filled with shrimp, pork and bean sprouts and served with fresh herbs and sauces. Join us…
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Long Lunch: Provençal Pissaladière
Take a Long Lunch with Chef Mark Haskell! In this interactive Zoom session, you'll cook up a Provençal Pissaladière, a savory onion tart with olives and anchovies. Goes great with a midday glass of wine! Chef Haskell’s career has taken him…
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Family Style Series: Dan Dan Noodles
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels — family style. In this class, Marianne will show us how to perfect the popular Chinese Sichuan dish Dan Dan noodles. This crowd's favorite spicy…
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The Whole Beast: Fish Boot Camp
Many of us have forgotten that the meat we buy comes from animals. The Whole Beast series will highlight the processes involved in butchering and preparing prime cuts, as well as some of the lesser-known bits. In this interactive Zoom…
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Long Lunch: Paella
Take a Long Lunch with Chef Mark Haskell to learn the secret to perfect paella. In this interactive Zoom session, Mark will prepare a "new" traditional paella with shellfish, a deviation from the traditional Valenciana paella which was prepared with…
Find out more »March 2021
Family Style Series: Brazilian Moqueca
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels — family style. In this class, Marianne will dish out a comforting, warm Brazilian seafood stew. If you're a fan of soups and stews, Brazilian…
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Family Style Series: Potato Tajine
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels — family style. In this class, Marianne takes us to Morocco to try potato tajine, a simple vegetable dish with warm Moroccan flavors. Tajine is…
Find out more »April 2021
Better Grades in Less Time
If you can think of anything you'd rather do than homework, you'll love learning how to earn better grades in less time! In this small-group introduction to time management and study skills, middle school and high school students and parents…
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