What makes Thai food distinct from other Asian cuisines? In this class, you’ll cook with ingredients that define Thai flavors: galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, chili, palm sugar and more.…
Ages: 8–11 years (Grades 3-6) Level: Beginner Meets: Once a week — 30 minutes, Length: 9-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: 9-week series Semester 2: APR 24 - JUN 19, 2026 Format: Small group (4–5 students), In-person or Virtual 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…
Ages: 18+ Level: Beginner Meets: Once a week — 45 minutes, Length: 9-week series Format: Small group (4–5 students), In-person or Virtual Students 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 positioning, rhythm, and note recognition,…
Ages: 18+ Level: Personalized for all levels Meets: Once a week — 60 minutes; Length: 9-week series Format: 1-on-1 with Ms. Niki, , In-person or Virtual 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,…
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 child will improve his or her soccer skills through engaging warm-ups, activities, and games—all while having endless fun! All Super Soccer Stars classes are based…
Featuring Bandoneonist, Heyni Solera and Cellist Maxfield Wollam-Fisher For the past seven years, Heyni Solera and Maxfield Wollam-Fisher have been actively working together in bringing live tango music to the…
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 advanced grammar structures, explore nuanced verb tenses, and expand your vocabulary to articulate complex ideas. Engage in spirited discussions, analyze challenging texts, and refine your…
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…
Joyful Singing is a voice studio for adults who miss singing joyfully. Our private sessions, classes, sharings, and labs focus on popular music styles and bringing people together through music. Laugh, play, sing, repeat.
Warrior Fusion presents: Warrior Fusion Camp, an innovative movement-based program blending martial arts, dance, and acrobatics into an energetic and confidence-building experience. What happens when strength, discipline, and creativity come together? Warrior Fusion introduces students to a unique mix of martial arts techniques, tumbling, and choreographed movement. Through guided instruction, participants build coordination, flexibility, and…
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,…
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…
Hill Center is thrilled to welcome acclaimed Chef Suresh Sundas whose class will feature several standout dishes from Tapori and Daru. Chef Suresh Sundas’ (James Beard Foundation Finalist: Best Chef…
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…
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…
Simon discusses and reads from his charming new book, Ulysses S. Cat And Other Animals I Have Known “Scott Simon’s work, filled with irresistible, heartfelt encounters and journeys with animals, from family hearth to hot spots around the world, will bring you insights and joy.” ―Amy Tan Scott Simon’s household makes little distinction between humans…
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,…
"I answer: a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty to which he is the constant victim." - Frederick…
Join us in the kitchen for a Paella workshop! The most traditional paella was based on the rice fields in the Ebro delta valley near Valencia and what the farmers…
Summer in France is a particular kind of pleasure — unhurried meals, beautiful produce at its peak, the gentle art of doing things well rather than quickly. Chef Wendi James…
Watercolor cake paintings come to life as you sip complimentary Prosecco (or cider) and toast your creativity and inner artist. All supplies included. Feel free to bring a photo to…
A troubadour of truth, Nashville resident Crys Matthews is among the brightest stars of the new generation of social justice music-makers. An award-winning, prolific lyricist and composer, Matthews blends Country,…
When the temperature soars, the best meals require no heat at all. Chef Mark Haskell explores the world's great cold soups — red and white gazpachos, classic vichyssoise, and bright,…
Mix, muddle, and take your muddler home! Turn your kitchen into a Brazilian hangout in this hands-on class! Marianne Tshihamba will guide you through crafting the perfect Caipirinha—and you’ll keep…
Summer in France is a particular kind of pleasure — unhurried meals, beautiful produce at its peak, the gentle art of doing things well rather than quickly. Chef Wendi James…
Named one of the “25 Best Restaurants in Washington, DC Right Now” – The New York Times One of the "best restaurants on Capitol Hill." - The Washington Post Executive…
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…
When the temperature soars, the best meals require no heat at all. Chef Mark Haskell explores great cold salads: Carrot Crab Slaw Pickled Shrimp Lemon Lettuce Salad Shaved Salad Rice Crepes with Miso Vinaigrette perfect for navigating DC's scorching summers with style and ease. Complimentary beer and wine are included in the price of the…
Author and former Hill Center cooking instructor Jen Lin-Liu is returning to Hill Center this summer for one cooking class! In this session, she’ll bring together many of the elements she’s taught in previous classes, including stir-frying and cutting methods, and show you how to throw the perfect Chinese Dinner Party II. The menu is:…