Who doesn't love a delicious bowl of soup with some tasty bread to complement it? Join Chef Wendi James to create a trio of flavor-forward soup and bread pairings. You'll…
Nani Vazana is a millennial Ladino songwriter, she won the Eurovision for minority languages 2024 “Liet International” representing the Netherlands with her original song Una Segunda Piel (A Second Skin). Described by BBC Radio 3 as “a voice that transports you from ancient markets to modern jazz clubs in one breath”, Vazana’s music breathes new life into Ladino—the nearly lost language of…
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 launched its new public affairs discussion series, At Issue in 2025. The series examines the many critical issues we are faced with today. Dara Lind is a Senior…
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…
Join us for an extraordinary journey through five exceptional wines crafted by Black wine producers who are redefining the industry and reshaping wine culture. This intimate tasting celebrates the artistry,…
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…
Who doesn't love a delicious bowl of soup with some tasty bread to complement it? Join Chef Wendi James to create a trio of flavor-forward soup and bread pairings. You'll…
Frontlines CPR is dedicated to teaching people the skills required to save a life. The company offers both private and group classes, making it possible for anyone to get the…
Presented in partnership with FREE DC and Women in Film & Video This one-hour documentary is the first historical film on the right for self-government in Washington, D.C. told through…
Glow, color, and creativity come together in this hands-on EAST Workshop led by multimedia artist Miriam Julianna. Young artists will learn the art of rolled candle making while exploring storytelling,…
Adoptive Parents of Color Collaborative (APCC) invites you to an afternoon of community and support sponsored by Pact, An Adoption Alliance. Pizza and fun near Dupont Circle (metro accessible) Come learn about Pact’s Adoptive Parents of Color Collaborative (APCC) which supports people of color who have adopted or fostered children of color to build community,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
A Conversation Featuring John Lewis's Longtime Director of Communications, Brenda Jones, Playwright, Psalmayene 24, and Historian, George Derek Musgrove Presented in partnership with Mosaic Theatre Company and their production of…
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 Mahjong, enjoy social games, or are looking for…
Build confidence cooking fish from start to finish. Learn how to choose and purchase fresh fish, then dive into essential techniques: sautéing filets, baking whole fish, and preparing crudo, escabeche, and tartar. We’ll cover heat, oils, coatings, acids, and flavor balance—plus how to tell exactly when fish is done—so you can cook seafood beautifully at…
Providencia is included in the 2025 Michelin Guide for its unique cocktails and fusion food Providencia is a love letter to the immigrant experience. Tucked away just off H Street’s buzzing trolley-lined street, this 22-seat bar offers more than food and drinks—it offers a whimsical journey. Pedro and Danny will guide you through the essentials…
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…
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…
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. Get ready for a hands-on dough session! You'll master shaping the perfect thin crust and learn to balance the…
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 soulful meat dishes. Join us for a leisurely, flavor-packed class celebrating dishes inspired by Africa, Asia, and the Americas—warm, generous food meant to be shared.…
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 the kitchen as we make simple versions of rich Indian sweets, including coconut burfi and almond milk fudge. We’ll also create colorful “pixie dust” to sprinkle on…
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 will share recipes for pies and bars with alternative crusts, savory fruit creations, honey-kissed matzah fritters, and syrup-soaked nut cakes, as well as some of…
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…
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…
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…