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…
Maqam is the foundational modal system used in Arabic, Turkish, and Middle Eastern music. Curated and hosted by iconic DC impresario and musician Jim Thomson Inner Spaces invites audiences into…
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,…
The first of three in the Noodle & App series, this class celebrates Filipino American History Month. In this calls, you will make the Filipino celebration dish, Pansit Bihon (Vermicelli…
Make learning Spanish an exciting 8-week adventure for your child! Brought to you by Go Spanish Now, our fully immersive program is designed to spark joy in learning, build confidence, and help children start speaking Spanish naturally. Through engaging games, music, and interactive activities led by experienced native Spanish-speaking instructors, our small-group classes provide the…
Make learning Spanish an exciting 8-week adventure for your child! Brought to you by Go Spanish Now, our fully immersive program is designed to spark joy in learning, build confidence, and help children start speaking Spanish naturally. Through engaging games, music, and interactive activities led by experienced native Spanish-speaking instructors, our small-group classes provide the…
French Pastry 101 takes you through the building blocks that show up again and again in classic French baking — the doughs, creams, and techniques that professional pastry chefs rely on. Over three sessions, you'll work hands-on with laminated and short doughs, learn the choux pastry that underlies both sweet and savory classics, and master…
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…
Learn a new technique and create your very own print in this workshop with Christine Vineyard! Students will walk away with basic knowledge and instructions for how to create a…
Raised between the Bronx and the Dominican Republic, Paola Velez is a James Beard Award-winning pastry chef, Food & Wine Best New Chef, and author of the critically acclaimed Bodega…
Turn your kitchen into a Brazilian hangout in this hands-on class! Marianne Tshihamba will guide you through crafting the perfect Caipirinha. Pair your drinks with a savory fish stew and…
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…
This series is perfect for anyone looking to boost their confidence in the kitchen, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced cook wanting to fine- tune your techniques. Each week, we'll dive into specific culinary skills by preparing a delicious menu. The best part? After all your hard work, you'll get to relax and…
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…
The Untold Story of the Women Who Made the March on Washington This discussion is part of Hill Center's Benjamin Drummond Emancipation Day Celebration series, named in honor of…
Get ready for a fun-filled culinary adventure! Grab your favorite person and dive into three vibrant, squash-centric recipes. After you've cooked up a storm, you'll enjoy your spectacular feast with…
Award-winning VERONNEAU return to Hill Center following last year's sold-out, audience-favorite, Blue Tapestry - Joni Mitchell & Carole King celebration. From Paris to Rio & Beyond blends soulful French, American…
Here’s a class that can add flavor and excitement to your fall and holiday gatherings. An Asian noodle dish paired with an appetizer will elicit nothing but cheers at the…
Join Pie Perfection with SugaChef—The Sweet & Savory Edition, where you’ll learn to craft the ultimate sweet and savory pies from scratch. In class, you’ll make your own flaky, golden…
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…
This class will introduce you to the basic techniques you need to make a wide variety of item (stitches, cast-ons & off, decreases & increases) as well as how to choose and read a pattern, and all about yarn! The instructor can provide an initial pair of needles and yarn to start, but you can…
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…
Would you like to hone your knitting skills with a manageable project? Are you interested in trying a new technique in knitting: colorwork, lace, cables, etc. Or do you have…
Join us for American Mahjong - every other Wednesday! Beginners and old hands are welcome. Beginner Mahjong @ The Hill Center ($75) Learn to play American Mahjong in just one…
If you have a grasp of basic knitting techniques and always wanted to make the jump to knitting a sweater, this is your class. We will be knitting a sweater in the round with raglan shoulders, either in worsted or bulky weight. The pattern will be provided by the instructor, but you will need to…
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…
Joined by guitarist Conor Hearn, mandolinist Ethan Setiawan and cellist Brendan Hearn, and special guests, Louise Bichan presents the second edition of Halloween music and fun from the Celtic Isles.…
Jr. Ballet is designed for movers ages 5-8 who enjoy ballet dancing. In this class, students build coordination, confidence, creativity, and teamwork skills; all while having fun.This class introduces foundational…
This class is designed for movers ages 3-4 who enjoy dancing. It focuses on creativity, coordination, musicality, and confidence in a fun and nurturing environment. This class introduces foundational dance…
Ballet, Tap & Jazz combo classes are offered for children 3-4 years old. This high energy dance class is designed to keep boys and girls engaged in continual motion while…