Hill Center’s annual Family Day returns again for 2026! Come enjoy a completely free day of: Magic Music Face Painting Balloon Animals Alpacas and more! There will be lots of fun activities for the whole family!
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 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…
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…
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 into the world's first global cuisines. This class is a Venetian aperitivo! You'll learn to make a refreshing seafood salad, whip up a luxurious salt cod…
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 into the world's first global cuisines. Prepare to create a show-stopping centerpiece! This class focuses on layering techniques and the magic of yogurt and saffron…
In this fun, hands-on mosaic art class, kids will explore their creativity by designing colorful patterns using tiles. They’ll use basic mosaic techniques such as mixing colors, creating contrast, or repeating patterns to make the design visually interesting. Eachchild will leave with a unique piece they created themselves. Instructor Bio: Rupal is a multimedia artist…
We are delighted and grateful to welcome Justin Golden & The Devil’s Coattails to Hill Center for a rare performance. With roots in the Mississippi Delta, Chicago, and the Piedmont of Virginia, Richmond-based guitarist and songwriter Justin Golden’s origins are deeply vested in the blues. First picking up the guitar at age 19, Golden did…
Federal-era Capitol Hill has left few markers on our cityscape and few artifacts survive to tell its tale. Surprisingly, a special group of textiles (usually ephemeral) created by girls (often invisible in records and histories) offers the best jumping-off point for painting a picture of 1810s-1820s Navy Yard and Capitol Hill populations. Recent research into these…
Join us on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 7-9 pm at Hill Center for a candidate forum with the Democratic candidates for the DC mayor's race. Submit your questions in advance to [email protected]. This event is co-hosted by the DC Democrats, the Ward 6 Democrats, the Ward 2 Democrats, Capital Community News (the Hill Rag,…
Hill Center launched its new public affairs discussion series, At Issue in April. The series examines the many critical issues we are faced with today. Fact: voter fraud almost never happens in the United States. In ramping up election attacks, will the Trump administration throw the midterms into disarray? David Becker notes that "this administration…
In this class, we will learn and practice foundational yoga poses i.e. the standing poses, twists, forward folds and seated postures as we connect the postures through a slow flow and breath. Class warm ups will include some tai-chi moves. This class is appropriate for the senior community, new moms and honestly, any adult who…
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, come join us to learn what mahjong is all about! This program is designed for those who are curious about Hong Kong Mahjong, enjoy social games, or are…
Nicole “Ms. Niki” Addison is a classically trained singer/songwriter from Washington, D.C. One of family music's most compelling and talented new emerging artists, Ms. Niki is a member of the GRAMMY-nominated 1 Tribe Collective's All One Tribe album featuring "Rainbow." Described as a new age cross between Mary Poppins and Ms. Frizzle. Ms. Niki is…
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…
Join us on Tuesday, May 11, 2026 from 7-9 pm at Hill Center for a candidate forum with the Democratic candidates for the Ward 6 Council race. Submit your questions in advance to [email protected]. This event is co-hosted by the DC Democrats, the Ward 6 Democrats, Capital Community News (the Hill Rag, East of the…
This conversation is a part of Hill Center's Life of a Poet series. Ron Charles will be in conversation with poet, editor, and Life of a Poet curator and moderator, Kyle Dargan. A recent New York Times article mourned the end of the Washington Post's Book World as a major blow to literary journalism and…
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 into the world's first global cuisines. Master the high-heat stir-fry for exceptionally tender beef, and learn how to build the deceptively simple yet deeply flavorful…
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…
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 linoleum block print from start to finish. By the end of class, students will have a carved block and at least one final print to…
Get ready for a fun-filled culinary adventure! Grab your favorite person and dive into four vibrant, delicious recipes. After you've cooked up a storm, you'll enjoy your spectacular feast with wine and beer in hand. Menu: Salade Lyonnaise - Frisée Lettuce, Bacon Lardons, Poached Egg Pan Seared Hanger Steak with Béarnaise Sauce Frites with Aioli…
Geno Delafose (born February 6, 1971 in Eunice, Louisiana) is a zydeco accordionist and singer. His sound is deeply rooted in traditional Creole music with strong influences from Cajun music and also country and western. His father is the famous zydeco accordion player John Delafose. Delafose was born and raised in Eunice, Louisiana. At the…
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…
Please join us at Hill Center on Thursday, May 21st from 6:30pm-8:30pm for an Opening Reception showcasing new works from amazing local artists who are members of the the Capitol Hill Arts League. Juried by Nicky Cymrot, Director, Hill Center Galleries and Anne Barnes, Artist. During the Opening Reception certificates will be presented for 1st,…
This series is intended for students who have completed the Kitchen Basics: Essential Techniques Series or have comparable skills. Class #1 - Tuesday, May 12th, 6-8pm Salmon en Papillote Asparagus with Lemon Butter Parmesan Sauce Roasted Golden Potatoes Fruit Crostata Class #2 - Tuesday, May 19th, 6-8pm Red Wine Braised Short Ribs with Sautéed…
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…
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 knitters. Led by Paula Lytle, this class offers a supportive space to refine your skills, experiment with new stitches or patterns, and work on your…
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 into the world's first global cuisines. Making Samosas from scratch can take two entire days. In this class you’ll learn a delicious shortcut to make…
Tired of sandwiches for lunch? Here’s a class that can jazz up your lunch bags and dining table. The Japanese Bento Box has remained the quintessential meal of convenience and creativity. Learn how to prepare a complete meal that’s simple, colorful and delicious – a great way to close out May, the Asian American Native…
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…