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Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes your babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course). It’s so much fun you won’t realize how…

Toddler & Me dance classes are for children 18 months up to the age of 3 years. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun,…

Alice was raised by a family of professional singers and began taking Suzuki piano lessons at age 4. In school, she joined concert bands playing the French horn and often landed leading roles in musical theater productions at school and in community theaters. Alice studied music at the University of Maryland, College Park where she…

Ballet, Tap & Jazz combo classes are offered for children 3-6 years old. This high energy dance class is designed to keep boys and girls engaged in continual motion while…
Knit. Drink. Love! Ready to take your knitting further — and meet others who share your passion? Join The Knitting Club at Hill Center, a warm, social gathering for intermediate…

Embark on an enriching linguistic adventure with our Intermediate French Language Course. This class is crafted for confident learners that are eager to ascend to fluency. Delve into the intricate…

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…

Every Day is A Learning Day! Busy Bees Music & Arts Playgroup is a child-centered introduction to a formal education setting. When DC Public Schools is out - We're IN.…

A Tippi Toes Day Off Camp is open on school-free days in a safe, welcoming space where curiosity and joy guide the experience. It’s a positive, nurturing environment where children…

Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes your babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course). It’s so much fun you won’t realize how…

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,…

Let’s time-travel with our taste buds! With Marianne Tshihamba, we'll map a culinary journey from Beijing's bustling markets to the coastal kitchens of Zanzibar, exploring how Silk Road traders fused ingredients…

Teen Performers Studio | Train Like a Pro. Audition with Confidence. Ages: 11–17 (Middle–High School) Level: Intermediate – Advanced Meets: Once a week — 45 minutes Format: Small group (4–6 students) Description: Perfect for singers ready to take their craft seriously. Learn performance techniques, build range and tone, prepare audition songs, and explore stage presence. Ideal for those…

Explore one of Europe’s most soulful cuisines. Portugal’s history as a “navigator nation” brought global influences home, shaping a food culture rich in bold flavors, fresh seafood, beautiful vegetables, and…

Ages: 8–11 years (Grades 3-6) Level: Beginner Meets: Once a week — 30 minutes, Length: 10-week series Format: Small group (4–5 students) Students 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…

Ages: 12–17 years (Grades 7-12) Level: Beginner Meets: Once a week — 45 minutes, Length: 10-week series Format: Small group (4–5 students) Students 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…

This class is a wonderful transition between Toddler & Me and Ballet, Tap & Jazz class. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly…

Come celebrate the Festival of Colors by creating (and sampling) some easy Indian desserts with food writer Varu Chilakamarri. Parents, caregivers, and their children are welcome to join us in…

Do you love to dance around the house listening to great music? Have you ever wanted to play freeze dance or do a line dance? Tippi Toes teachers will have…

Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of 2D drawn and digital animation. This in-person course offers a fantastic opportunity for young creators aged 12-18 to explore…

Ages: 18+ Level: Personalized for all levels Meets: Once a week — 60 minutes Format: 1-on-1 with Ms. Niki Description: Private vocal coaching for adults returning to their voice or seeking technical refinement. Focus on breath support, tone, and control while reconnecting with the joy of singing. Perfect for personal goals, community choir prep, or performance opportunities. Add-Ons…

Each week in Music Together® Mixed-Age Classes your babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grownups who love them® gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time. Your teacher will lead you and the other families in music activities ranging from lullabies to full-on jam sessions (with child-friendly instruments, of course). It’s so much fun you won’t realize how…

Break out of the coconut macaroons-and-meringues routine with a bumper crop of deliciously different sweet treats for Seders and beyond. Sephardic chef-instructor Susan Barocas and veteran food journalist Bonnie Benwick…

Teaching Jitterbug and Lindy Hop since 1994, Gottaswing’s beginner and intermediate group classes have set the gold standard in swing dance instruction. You never need a partner; we rotate partners in…

At Super Soccer Stars, dynamic coaches work with every student to develop skills, self-confidence, and teamwork in a fun, non-competitive environment. Positive reinforcement and low child-to-coach ratios ensure that each…

If you have ever wanted to start knitting with a manageable project this is the class for you! With individualized instruction, students new to knitting will learn pattern & yarn selection, stitches, and technique. If you have knitted before, our instructor welcomes you to come and try a new technique or different stitches on a…

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…

Embark on an enriching linguistic adventure with our Advanced French Language Course. This class is crafted for confident learners that are eager to ascend to fluency. Delve into the intricate…

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…