Join us in the kitchen for a sausage making workshop! In this interactive cooking class, Chef Mark Haskell will walk you through how to make sausages! Learn a variety of…
Atlantic journalist Yoni Appelbaum’s STUCK: How the Privileged and the Propertied Broke the Engine of American Opportunity shows us that the decrease in affordable housing, rising inequality, and political polarization…
Tell Her This is an inspiring blend of podcasting, visual art, and live music that celebrates the voices and wisdom of women This event is part of Hill Center’s annual Benjamin Drummond series of cultural and scholarly programming. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3H__SOZTolQ As a singer and songwriter, Rochelle Rice creates introspective and deeply profound live music experiences. Her…
Influential D.C. chef and restaurateur Erik Bruner-Yang returns to Hill Center to lead a Cambodian inspired class celebrating Khmer New Year which is observed April 14-16. In Khmer, it is called ‘ChaulChnam Thmey’ which means “enter the new year.” Erik is a multi James Beard Foundation award nominee and the chef-owner of Cambodian/Taiwanese influenced Maketto. Erik…
Curated and Hosted by Stone Room Concerts Founder David Holiday CARRIE ELKIN & DANNY SCHMIDT TOGETHER Two Great Songwriters, One Great Night "Schmidt is a remarkable songwriter, poetic, funny, lyrical and moving. And Elkin is an infectious performer." - Martin Chilton, Telegraph UK It's a special treat when Danny Schmidt and Carrie Elkin share…
Making Life Sweeter, One Dessert at a Time Join celebrated Executive Pastry Chef Padua “SugaChef” Player for a delightful and delectable afternoon of fun, baking and decorating an exquisite Mother’s Day Cupcake Bouquet. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to bake and decorate cupcakes that resembles a beautiful floral bouquet. Discover essential techniques for baking,…
In the heart of Lafayette, where Cajun spirit meets creative fervor, Prends Courage was born. This dynamic band is a testament to the power of music to transcend time and circumstance, inspired by the passing of Christopher Stafford and the enduring legacy of Feufollet’s “Prends Courage”. With a sonic tapestry woven from the threads of…
In this interactive cooking class, Marianne Tshihamba serves up dishes inspired by her travels. Let's take a tour to Thailand and learn to make some of Thailand's most iconic dishes at home. In this class, we will be preparing Pad Thai, Thai Beef Salad, and Sticky Rice with Mango. If you’re passionate about cooking and love…
Bring the family out to enjoy a Friday evening filled with live music perfect for all ages! This concert will be outdoors, perfect for little ones to run, dance, laugh, and play to the beat of their favorite songs! KING BULLFROG is a kindie rock trio that plays high-energy tunes that are developmentally appropriate for kids and grownups…
Join District Flow Yoga and Hill Center for a yoga class catered to older students! A yoga practice can contribute to your overall sense of well-being, contentment, ability to relax, sense of balance, strength, and body awareness. This class is suitable for all ages of adults--no matter experience, injuries, conditions. It is ideal for seniors, mothers who…
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…
Hill Center launched its new public affairs discussion series, At Issue, in April. The series will examine the many critical issues we are faced with today. Kennicott and Eisele will address the growing challenges confronting and impacting America’s cultural institutions, including museums, performing arts centers, libraries, arts funding, and public broadcasting. In a recent Post…
Author, cooking instructor, and culinary consultant Jen Lin-Liu will show you how to make delicious, juicy Chinese dumplings, both boiled and pan-fried, with two types of scrumptious fillings and from-scratch dumpling skins -- plus homemade chili oil. And, as a bonus, she'll show you how to make scallion pancakes with the leftover dough. Learn the…
Mixologist Britt Fox builds upon their past three sold-out, hands-on classes. You’ll learn the essentials of concocting three exquisite cocktails with an emphasis on spring flavors. You’ll learn to harness the season’s early produce in a spectrum of fabulous cocktails. This two hour class will cover the basics of cocktail ingredients, tools, and techniques: including recipes and…
Duende Camarón is fronted by brothers Mario and Jose Oretea, who were born and raised in Bolivia and started playing guitar at a young age. They were heavily influenced by the musical culture of their family and grew up stepped in the rich music of their native Andes Culture. After spending time in Spain, they…
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…
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 approach them in a contemporary way. This class will give students the skills to create paintings on their own with a variety of materials, many…
The 80-Year Struggle to Build the DC National Guard Armory How the vacant land between East Capitol Street and Independence Avenue west of the Anacostia River became a center of civic and military activity is a history worth telling. Jack Jones, historic preservation specialist at the DC Historic Preservation Office, will do just that…
Curated and hosted by iconic DC impresario and musician Jim Thomson Luciane Dom, multilingual singer, songwriter and producer, is part of the new generation of contemporary artists from Rio de Janeiro who bring poetic themes such as Black diaspora, feminism, empowerment, and social reflections that impact the construction of her emotions. Luciane´s performances incorporate various…
The Paper Architect: 101 Create Iconic Structures from Scratch Why wait decades to build a masterpiece? Learn to craft famous architectural wonders from simple sheets of paper in just a few hours! With basic tools like a craft knife and precision folds, you’ll bring iconic landmarks to life—think the White House, the Taj Mahal, or…
Please join us at Hill Center on Wednesday, May 21st from 6:30pm-8:30pm for an Opening Reception showcasing new works from the amazing local artists making up the Capitol Hill Arts League. Also included in the show are special works from Alan Braley, Kasse Andrews-Weller, and Rindy Obrien. During the Opening Reception prizes will be awarded.…
While fluency is developed over years, confidence is built in the classroom. In this blended Beginner level class, the instructor will introduce the alphabet and the basic tenets of the French language. You will learn numbers, days of the week, and months of the year and dive into a crossword puzzle to learn basic vocabulary.…
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…
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 they learn the basic elements of dance including positions and terminology. We incorporate an even mix of the three types of dance over the 45…
Tippi Pro takes our Ballet Tap Jazz combo class to a whole new level - introducing more complex dance steps, combos, and steps across the floor in the same upbeat, FUN Tippi Toes way! This class is designed for 6-9 year olds and builds on concepts learned in prior Tippi Toes classes. No prior dance…
THIS IS AN IN-PERSON CLASS Suitable for everyone, these meditation classes offer practical methods to improve the quality of our lives through meditation and Buddhist teachings. Each class is available by drop in and you can come to either the entire series for the month or by individual class. Each class is self contained. Everyone is…
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 and positive manner. The dancers do not have mom, dad or another loved one by their side during the class, so this class is great…
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 they learn the basic elements of dance including positions and terminology. We incorporate an even mix of the three types of dance over the 45…
Join Hill Center & Fresh Pear Jewelry for our new series focused on local businesses and makers! Learn the basics of creating polymer clay earrings! Your ticket includes enough materials to make at least 2 pairs of earrings and one pair of small studs. Polymer clay is perfect for making colorful, lightweight statement jewelry. Learn the basics…
Critically acclaimed roots five piece I Draw Slow is currently touring their sixth and most exciting album to date. The band has consistently redefined roots music over four celebrated albums. Their latest release, self-titled “I Draw Slow”, reached #1 in the Irish Independent Chart. Their songs are streamed in the millions worldwide and the band…