
March 2021
Hill Center Galleries Spotlight Series: Ellen Cornett’s Once Upon a Time
As Hill Center Galleries approaches its tenth year of celebrating the work of regional artists, we will be spotlighting some of the outstanding artists who have exhibited with us. We kick off with a virtual exhibit featuring the charcoal and…
Find out more »April 2021
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 Toes' positive, upbeat classes are based on original, imaginative, and FUN music that…
Find out more »Family Style Series: Pad Thai
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels — family style. This time Marianne will teach us how to prepare a carryout favorite, Pad Thai, at home! One of Thailand's most famous noodle…
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 Toes' positive, upbeat classes are based on original, imaginative, and FUN music that…
Find out more »Tippi Toes: Ballet Tap Jazz (Ages 3-5)
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 Toes' positive, upbeat classes are based on original, imaginative, and FUN music that…
Find out more »Long Lunch: Ravioli & Tortellini
Take a Long Lunch with Chef Mark Haskell! Have you ever wanted to learn how to make fresh pasta at home? Here's your chance! In this interactive Zoom session, you'll make fresh ravioli and tortellini pasta with fillings of pumpkin…
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. 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 »On the Cooling Rack: French Macarons
Let's demystify everyone’s favorite French cookie! Join Chef Wendi James for a live Zoom class to learn all the tricks of the trade to create French macarons at home. If you’re not able to join for any class, don’t worry!…
Find out more »Flower Arranging with Olga Berman
Join local flower enthusiast Olga Berman to celebrate Earth Day and 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 someone special to flowers…
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 »How to Use the DC Public Library From Home: Ancestry (Free)
Have you ever wanted to know how to research your genealogy using Ancestry Library Edition? In this introductory Zoom session, Librarian Janna Tanner will show you how to research your own family history using all the vital records that Ancestry…
Find out more »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…
Find out more »Meet the Ambassador: Her Excellency Kirsten Hillman, Canada’s Ambassador to the U.S.
Meet the Ambassador is a new program hosted by Hill Center with former Michigan Governor and Ambassador Jim Blanchard that showcases the diplomatic community in Washington. Through lively, one hour interviews in an informal, but informative format, audiences will get…
Find out more »On the Cooling Rack: A Study in Vanilla
Vanilla comes in many forms. In this interactive Zoom class, Chef Wendi will teach you all about using vanilla pods! You will try your hand at creating Triple Vanilla Bean Cupcakes with Vanilla Bean Cake, Vanilla Custard, and Vanilla Buttercream. Recipes…
Find out more »Long Lunch: Spring Soups
Take a Long Lunch with Chef Mark Haskell! Spring is finally here, but that doesn't mean soup season is over just yet. In this interactive Zoom session, Chef Haskell will walk you through preparing Italian Stracciatella, a beautiful chicken broth…
Find out more »Family Style Series: Caribbean Callaloo and Cassava Dumplings
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels — family style. This time Marianne will teach us how to prepare Caribbean Callaloo and Cassava Dumplings. It’s more important than ever to sit down…
Find out more »May 2021
Family Style Series: Jackfruit Tacos
Calling all vegans and vegetarians! 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 prepare jackfruit tacos. Jackfruit has risen in popularity…
Find out more »On the Cooling Rack: Peanut Butter & Banana Pie
In this interactive Zoom class, Chef Wendi will be making a sweet and salty treat! Together, you'll create a Peanut Butter, Banana, and Chocolate Pie with Salty Pretzel Crust. Recipes will be sent out before the class. Following the event, all…
Find out more »Flower Arranging with Olga Berman: Hand-tied Technique
Join local flower enthusiast Olga Berman to learn a hand-tied technique to turn your average flowers from the grocery store into a beautiful arrangement to gift to your mom or yourself. Grab your beverage of choice and a virtual friend…
Find out more »*Virtual* Child & Infant CPR
It takes two hours of your time to learn the skills that could save your child’s life. During this Zoom class, you will be taught by a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse. You will learn Infant and Child CPR,…
Find out more »Family Style Series: Congolese Chicken Mwamba
In this interactive, virtual cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels — family style. This time Marianne will teach us how to prepare a traditional Congolese dish made with palm nut cream - Chicken Mwamba. It’s more…
Find out more »Comfort Food for the Whole Family: Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes
Need some inspiration for family meals? Join Chef Wendi James via a live Zoom session as she prepares a nutritious meal of comfort food staples - with a twist. In this class, you will prepare Cherry Chipotle Glazed Buffalo Meatloaf,…
Find out more »Dinner for Two: Fish Tacos
It's always best to have a classic recipe or two on hand. Whether you'd like to impress a dinner guest or just spice things up in the kitchen, in this interactive Zoom class, Chef Wendi James will teach you how…
Find out more »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…
Find out more »On the Cooling Rack: Fudge Krispies & Malted Milk Chocolate Bars
In this interactive Zoom class, Chef Wendi will be making candy bars! Indulge your sweet tooth with Fudge Krispies and Malted Milk Chocolate Bars. Recipes will be sent out before the class. Following the event, all participants will receive a…
Find out more »June 2021
*Virtual* Child & Infant CPR
It takes two hours of your time to learn the skills that could save your child’s life. During this Zoom class, you will be taught by a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse. You will learn Infant and Child CPR,…
Find out more »Mad Science: Dinosaurs & Ancient Worlds (Rising 1st-6th Graders)
Mad Science summer camps give kids the opportunity to learn about science through our interactive and hands-on science activities. These summer science programs let children become junior scientists for the summer and embark on a series of science adventures! Before…
Find out more »July 2021
Mad Science: Red Hot Robots (Rising 2nd-6th Graders)
Mad Science summer camps give kids the opportunity to learn about science through our interactive and hands-on science activities. These summer science programs let children become junior scientists for the summer and embark on a series of science adventures! Before…
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