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SUMMARY:Celebrate Chinese Lunar Year of the Horse 4724 with Janet Cam
DESCRIPTION:Chinese New Year celebrations in the year of the Horse 4724 begin February 15th and last for 16 days concluding with the Lantern Festival on March 3rd. Throughout the world families travel to gather together to celebrate one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. The Chinese Lunar New Year holiday was placed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in 2024. \nJanet Cam will be cooking the celebratory dishes of her mother and grandmother she prepares every year for her adopted family of friends. The dishes all the family looked forward to once a year is the 8 Treasure Duck. Festival Fried Rice\, 1000 Year Egg and Pickles; Stir Fried Baby Bok Choy with Cloud Ears\, Pound Cake with Crème de Marron and Ginger will be part of the menu. The comfort of congee using the duck frame will also be included. Wines will be paired with the menu. \n\nJanet Cam is a Culinary Strategist and wine expert\, best known as the co-founder of DC’s storied restaurant\, Le Pavillon\, the first nouvelle cuisine restaurant in the U.S.\, honored and with Wine Spectator’s Grand Award for their wine list. Cam provides consulting services to restaurant and hospitality businesses. She conducts wine tastings for both public and private concerns. Cam is associated with the James Beard Foundation\, and The Smithsonian Food History Project’s advisory group\, the Kitchen Cabinet. In March 2026 she will launch the first wine program at the University of Maryland at Eastern Shore at the Shady Grove campus. The class is open to the public. \n\n\nCheck out @diningwithmags reel from last year’s class here!
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/celebrate-chinese-lunar-year-of-the-horse-4724-with-janet-cam/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Sake for Wine Lovers
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nUsually a wine drinker but curious about “rice wine”? Scott Movens\, a certified Sake Sommelier and Educator\, will guide you through 4 sakes selected to appeal to wine lovers – think the sake equivalent of a fruity white\, an earthy red\, champagne\, and dessert wine. Throughout the tasting\, we’ll talk about sake and wine’s differences and similarities\, including their ingredients\, production methods\, tasting notes\, and pairings. You’ll leave with a newfound appreciation for sake and knowledge of how to pick a sake based upon your wine preferences. \nScott Movens\, the founder of Sake District\, is a sake expert and educator based in Washington DC. He has multiple sake certifications\, including WSET Level 3 with distinction and Certified Sake Professional. Aside from professional qualifications\, he brews his own sake and takes frequent research trips to Japan to further his craft. \nA minimum of 4 students are required for the class to occur. Students will be notified if the minimum is not met. \nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/sake-for-wine-lovers/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Mahjong on the Hill
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is designed for adults who are curious about Mahjong\, enjoy social games\, or are looking for a fun way to connect with others. Up to 8 people. Questions? Contact uyenvong@gmail.com \nDon’t miss out on an epic night of Mahjong vibes on the hill!
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/mahjong-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Languages & Humanities
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SUMMARY:Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James
DESCRIPTION: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? \nJoin Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques of proper knife selection\, care\, basic cuts and proper form. The chef will guide you through breaking down common vegetables\, while you chop along side. This participation class is limited to 12 people. \n \nAbout Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu\nin Paris in 1997 and has completed advanced courses in chocolate and sugar from The French Pastry in Chicago.​ Since 1997\, her work experience includes stints at Restaurant Gerard Besson (Paris)\, Restaurant Daniel (New York)\, The Inn at Little Washington (Virginia)\, and Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago). \nWendi also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of Illinois. You can find this talented Chicago native offering culinary instruction and planning events at various venues in the DC metropolitan area. Wendi travels to Paris yearly to continue to explore the city she loves and all the delicious delicacies that Paris offers. She would love to share her experience and love of food with you. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.  \n\nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution.\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. 
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/kitchen-101-knife-skills-w-chef-wendi-james-18/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Master Chef Featuring The Duck & The Peach Executive Chef Katarina Petonito: Lumpia Shanghai
DESCRIPTION:Named one of the “25 Best Restaurants in Washington\, DC Right Now” – The New York Times \nOne of the “best restaurants on Capitol Hill.” – The Washington Post \nExecutive Chef Katarina Petonito oversees the menus and kitchen teams at Eastern Point Collective’s restaurants\, The Duck & The Peach (seasonal\, new American)\, La Collina (neighborhood Italian-ish) and The Wells (intimate gin bar) \n \nJoin Chef Kat for a hands-on culinary experience celebrating the vibrant flavors of the Philippines! In this class\, we’ll focus on making Lumpia\, the beloved Filipino spring roll. You’ll learn the art of preparing the filling\, rolling each Lumpia just right\, and frying them to golden\, crispy perfection. This lumpia Shanghai recipe is Kat’s mother’s recipe\,and in Filipino culture\, rolling lumpia is very much a community/family activity.  We’ll also whip up a spicy chili dipping sauce to complement your creation. To finish on a sweet note\, we’ll make a playful twist on the classic Mango Sago dessert — a refreshing\, creamy treat that perfectly balances the savory richness of our Lumpia. \nCome ready to cook\, taste\, and enjoy a delicious journey through Filipino cuisine! \nKat is a native of Maryland and a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park\, New York. She began her career and love of Mediterranean cuisine and culture at Graffiato & Kapnos. At Mike Isabella Concepts\, she excelled and rose in leadership to the Chef de Cuisine role at Kapnos Kouzina. \nKat next joined the team at Starr Restaurants\, working alongside Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley at their urban steakhouse St. Anselm where she led the kitchen as Sous Chef and honed her skills in butchery and sourcing the best products. \nNow\, at Eastern Point Collective\, Kat brings her knowledge and passions together to create inspired menus and flavor combinations\, often drawing on her Italian and Filipino heritage and love of seasonal ingredients. \nKat has been nominated multiple times for Washington DC’s RAMMY Awards including Rising Culinary Star of the Year (2022\, 2023) and Chef of the Year (2024). \nThe class will be partly demonstration and partly hands-on. \nComplimentary beer and wine will be served. \nPlease Note: tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/master-chef-featuring-the-duck-the-peach-executive-chef-katarina-petonito-lumpia-shanghai/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Natan Last\, The New Yorker Crossword Contributor\, discusses his new book\, Across the Universe\, in conversation with writer Stefan Fatsis
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Crossword\, Spelling Bee\, and Wordle Fans! \nIf you are ever a little nosey and glance at the phone screen of the person sitting next to you on the train\, or in a café\, or in line at a store\, there is a pretty good chance that you will see them playing Wordle\, Spelling Bee\, Connections\, or solving the NYT Mini Crossword. We live in the time of game mania\, with crosswords being the ultimate champion. After a huge boom in popularity during the Covid-19 lockdown\, 36 million Americans now solve crosswords once a week or more\, and nearly 23 million solve them daily. Yet\, as longtime New Yorker crossword contributor Natan Last will tell you\, the seemingly apolitical puzzle has never been more controversial or more interesting. \nIn ACROSS THE UNIVERSE\, Natan demonstrates how the puzzle and its most popular makers like the New York Times — still the gold standard for word games — have in recent years been challenged for the way they prioritize certain cultures and perspectives as either the norm or obscure. At the same time\, the crossword has never been more democratic. A larger\, younger\, more tech-savvy\, and solidaristic group of people have fallen in love with puzzle solving\, ushering in a more inclusive rise to the kinds of people constructing them\, challenging the very idea of them and\, in fact\, what “normal” actually is. \nNatan was born deaf in his left ear and learned how to lip read to piece together words or parts of sentences he might have missed in conversation which was where his love for words and language began. He soon started solving crosswords in the back of class\, moving on quickly to writing them himself. At 16\, he got a Sunday puzzle accepted in the New York Times\, making him the youngest person ever at the time to do so. After high school\, Natan interned with famed New York Times crossword editor Will Shortz and now writes bimonthly crosswords for the New Yorker. \nNatan Last is a writer and immigration policy advocate. He writes bimonthly crosswords for The New Yorker. His essays\, poetry\, and academic research appear in The New Yorker\, The New York Times\, The Drift\, Los Angeles Review of Books\, Hyperallergic\, Narrative\, and elsewhere. He has worked for the UN\, the Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project\, the International Rescue Committee\, and as an advisor to the federal government on refugee resettlement. He lives in his native Brooklyn. \n  \nNatan Last Photo Credit: Saam Aghevli \n  \nStefan Fatsis is the author of Unabridged: The Thrill of (and Threat to) the Modern Dictionary\, published in October by Grove Atlantic\, and three other books: the New YorkTimes bestseller Word Freak\, about the world of competitive Scrabble; A Few Seconds of Panic\, about life in the NFL; and Wild and Outside\, about minor league baseball. In four decades as a journalist\, Fatsis has written and talked for Slate\, The Wall Street Journal\, NPR\, The New York Times\, The Atlantic\, ESPN\, Sports Illustrated\, and many other outlets. He lives in Washington\, D.C. \nStefan Fastis Photo Credit: Cindy Fatsis \n  \nBooks will be available for sale. A book signing will follow the conversation. \nDay-of tickets\, if available\, will be sold for $15
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/natan-last-the-new-yorker-crossword-contributor-discusses-his-new-book-across-the-universe-in-conversation-with-with-writer-stefan-fatsis/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Lectures & Conversations
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SUMMARY:Basic Drawing Techniques: Drawing From an Image with Christine Vineyard
DESCRIPTION: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 will begin a drawing based on an image of their choice with guidance along the way\, as they put what we have learned to use. The following classes will be used as a way to complete details of our drawing\, add finishing touches and a short critique of everyone’s work! We hope you will join us to learn something new and maybe meet some friends along the way! \nPlease bring a hard copy image to draw from. It should be 4″x 6″ or larger (ex. preferably an image of a person where they are the focus of the image). All other materials are provided. \nThis Series will contain 4 adult art classes. Classes will take place on January 6th\, 13th\, 20th and 27th.  \n \n“This class was so helpful! Christine was a great teacher and conveyed a lot of useful information and everyone in the class had fun!” -Mary Ann\n“I loved this class–I wish it continued through the Summer!” -Caitlin\n  \n \nChristine Vineyard is a local DC artist and art teacher\, working with all mediums and a concentration in photography\, drawing and painting. She has her BFA in Art Education and a Masters of Art Education with a focus on curriculum writing. Christine has worked with all ages from preschool to adults and is excited about sharing her knowledge and love of art with others. \nThis class requires at least 4 participants. Registrants will be notified if the minimum is not met.  \nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. \nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution. \nClick HERE for more classes and workshops with Christine!
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/basic-drawing-techniques-drawing-from-an-image-8/2026-01-27/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Studio Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Back to Basics - Essential Kitchen Techniques with Chef Wendi James
DESCRIPTION: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-\ntune your techniques. \nEach 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 enjoy the meal\nyou’ve created! \nClass #1 – Tuesday\, January 6th\, 6-8pm \nKnife Skills Review\nChicken Stir Fry\nApple Crisp \n  \nClass #2 – Tuesday\, January 13th\, 6-8pm\nLemon Herb Chicken\nGlazed Peas & Carrots\nGarlic Mashed Potatoes\nPeanut Butter Brownies \n  \nClass #3 – Tuesday\, January 20th\, 6-8pm\nTilapia with Lemon\, Capers\, Baby Arugula\, and Tomatoes\nCreamy Polenta\nChocolate Chip Cookies \n  \nClass #4 – Tuesday\, January 27th\, 6-8pm\nSpice Rubbed Steaks\nPommes Frites\nHomemade Mayo\nMixed Greens with Balsamic Vinaigrette\nChocolate Pudding \nAbout Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu\nin Paris in 1997 and has completed advanced courses in chocolate and sugar from The French Pastry in Chicago.​ Since 1997\, her work experience includes stints at Restaurant Gerard Besson (Paris)\, Restaurant Daniel (New York)\, The Inn at Little Washington (Virginia)\, and Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago). \nWendi also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of Illinois. You can find this talented Chicago native offering culinary instruction and planning events at various venues in the DC metropolitan area. Wendi travels to Paris yearly to continue to explore the city she loves and all the delicious delicacies that Paris offers. She would love to share her experience and love of food with you. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.  \n\nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution.\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. 
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/back-to-basics-essential-kitchen-techniques-with-chef-wendi-james/2026-01-27/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Master Chef Featuring Magpie and the Tiger Chefs Caleb Jang and Roren Choi: Korean Street Food Basics
DESCRIPTION:Magpie and the Tiger Chefs Caleb Jang and Roren Choi once again bring  their magic to Hill Center’s kitchen for a day of cooking and eating. Come enjoy a Korean family style meal with your neighbors and friends. Chefs Caleb and Roren will explore making a few classic street foods that made K-food so famous. Menu includes the sweet and spicy rice cakes\, Tteokbokki\, Kimbap\, aka\, delicious seasoned rice\, vegetable\, and seaweed rolls\, and finish up with the iconic fried sweet rice dough dessert\, Ho-tteok. Come learn the basics of the original Korean-style “fast food” that has now gone viral all over the world. \nChefs Jang and Choi will share their expertise\, offering insights into Korean culinary traditions and modern techniques. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of Korean flavors and its history\, cooking methods\, and their ingredients\, empowering you to recreate these dishes at home and experiment with your own creations. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from talented Korean American chefs and take your cooking to the next level! \nMagpie and the Tiger\, the beloved Petworth\, DC eatery\, opened in January 2022. Touting creative food\, it garnered immediate success and stellar reviews. Read The Washington Post’s Tom Sietsema’s review here: Washington Post Review \nThe name references Korea’s national bird\, a symbol of good fortune and the belief\, stemming from folklore\, of the tiger’s protective character. Magpie and the Tiger closed its brick-and-mortar location\, leaving its legion of fans clamoring for more\, so Jang and Choi have pivoted\, and have numerous ambitious plans for their new brand – including Hill Center cooking classes. \nRoren Choi began her professional cooking career slinging ramen at Momofuku DC. After a year of working there\, she moved on to become a cook at Tail Up Goat\, where she moved her way up quickly to become sous chef of this Michelin-starred kitchen. She eventually left and helped open their sister restaurant Reveler’s Hour as the pasta\, bread\, and butchery chef. \nCaleb Jang spent time as the sous chef of DC’s late restaurant darling\, Himitsu. Craving a desire to expand his skill set\, Caleb then moved on to become one of the pastry chefs at Seylou Bakery – inching closer every day to become better at making their famed whole grain croissants. From there\, Caleb opened Magpie and the Tiger as the executive chef and co-owner/operator and enjoyed many successes and rave reviews. \nComplimentary beer and wine will be served. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/master-chef-featuring-magpie-and-the-tiger-chefs-caleb-jang-and-roren-choi-mastering-the-fundamentals-of-korean-street-food/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Global Sounds on the Hill Featuring Stephen Ulrich and Big Lazy: Music from This American Life and More
DESCRIPTION:“Big Lazy\, the elegantly gritty instrumental trio led by the extraordinary guitarist Stephen Ulrich\, plays stunningly beautiful music that evokes everything from truckers’ romps to the haunting film scores of Bernard Herrmann.” \n-The New Yorker\n\n\n“The Big Apple Crème de la Crème.”\n– Robert Christgau\n\nCurated and hosted by iconic DC impressario and musician Jim Thomson \nBig Lazy\, New York City’s gritty instrumental trio has flourished for over 20 years playing its singular brand of guitar noir from downtown New York clubs to the Opéra National de Lyon. Big Lazy founder Stephen Ulrich is the composer for the HBO series Bored to Death. In 2023 Barbès Records released his solo album Music from This American Life\, a collection of music he composed for the iconic radio program. \n\nAbout Jim Thomson: Jim Thomson is an independent DIY music producer based in Washington DC who specializes in booking\, live music production\, artist management\, DJ events\, and record releases. In Washington DC he operates an ongoing live music series called Secret Planet DC that partners with various venues\, foundations\, and musicians all across the city to produce unique\, intimate\, and meaningful performances. He also owns and operates the Washington\, DC-based boutique record label Electric Cowbell Records as well as holding down and curating all vinyl DJ residencies at The Green Zone\, Cana\, La Shukran\, Daikaya\, Le Mont Royal\, Eaton Hotel\, the DC Record Fair\, and other bars and restaurants in the city. \nJim is also a lifelong musician and promoter\, playing drums as a founding member of GWAR\, The Alter-Natives (SST Records)\, Bio Ritmo\, CSC Funk Band\, Time Is Fire\, and he currently plays drums and percussion with Motherf*ckers JMB & Co with Geologist from Animal Collective. One of the first concerts he co-promoted was a Bad Brains show in Richmond\, Virginia in 1987 followed by years of concerts including surf guitar legend Dick Dale\, Knitting Factory tours\, Marc Ribot\, Charles Gayle\, Negativland\, Medeski\, Martin\, and Wood\, and many others.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/global-sounds-on-the-hill-featuring-stephen-ulrich-and-big-lazy-music-from-this-american-life-and-more/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Talk of the Hill with Bill Press Featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning Author Rick Atkinson
DESCRIPTION:Veteran journalist Bill Press sits down for an in-depth conversation with historian Rick Atkinson about his new book THE FATE OF THE DAY: The War for America: Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston\, 1777-1780 \nAtkinson played key roles in Ken Burns’ new documentary series\, The American Revolution: An Intimate History\,  serving as a principal advisor and on-camera interviewee. See video below. \nIt requires exceptional skill to bring new depth and breadth of knowledge to well-studied history—let alone\nto do so in a vivid\, sweeping narrative that captivates readers. Pulitzer Prize–winning historian and #1 New York Times bestselling author Rick Atkinson is among a select few who can claim such abilities\, earning him the distinction of being one of our modern era’s preeminent historians. Now\, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the beginning of America’s war for independence\, Crown Publishing has released THE FATE OF THE DAY: The War for America\, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston\, 1777-1780\, the second volume of the landmark Revolution Trilogy. \nA winner of Pulitzer Prizes for history and journalism\, Rick Atkinson has produced a remarkable oeuvre of bestselling history that includes the Liberation Trilogy (the first volume\, An Army at Dawn: The War in North Africa\, 1942–1943\, received the Pulitzer in History)\, The Long Gray Line\, Crusade\, In the Company of Soldiers\, and\, most recently\, The British Are Coming\, the critically acclaimed first volume of his eagerly anticipated Revolution Trilogy. A multi-week New York Times bestseller\, The British Are Coming won the George Washington Prize (awarded by Mount Vernon and its partners)\, the New-York Historical Society’s Barbara and David Zalaznick Book Prize\, the Daughters of the American Revolution Excellence in American History Book Award\, and the Fraunces Tavern Museum Book Award. \nBill Press began his career as a political insider and media commentator on KABC-TV and KCOP-TV\, both in Los Angeles. Over the years\, he has received numerous awards for his work\, including four Emmys and a Golden Mike Award. He also served as aide to California Governor Jerry Brown and was Chair of the California Democratic Party from 1993 to 1996. \nThe former co-host of MSNBC’s Buchanan and Press\, CNN’s Crossfire and The Spin Room\, Press has built a national reputation on thought-provoking and humorous insights from the left side of the political aisle. Press is the author of ten books and is the host of the twice-weekly “The Bill Press Pod” – available on Google\, Apple\, Spotify\, or Tune-In. He’s a member of the White House press corps. He also writes a weekly column for The Hill and a weekly syndicated newspaper column distributed by Tribune Media Services. \n \nBooks will be available for sale and a book signing will follow the conversation. \nDay-of tickets\, if available\, will be sold for $15
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/talk-of-the-hill-with-bill-press-featuring-pulitzer-prize-winning-author-rick-atkinson/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Lectures & Conversations
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SUMMARY:Hill Center Galleries 2026 Regional Juried Show
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””]Juried by Claude Elliott\, the Hill Center Galleries 2026 Regional Juried Exhibition features the amazing work of artists from all over DC\, Maryland\, and Virginia. The selected artists compete for cash prizes and honorable mention awards. First place $1000\, Second Place $750\, and Third place $500. \nPlease join us at Hill Center on Wednesday January 21st from 6:30pm-8:30pm for the Opening Reception with the Artists and Juror. \nAll pieces of art are for sale and will be on display throughout our Galleries and online at HillCenterDC.org. \nThe exhibition runs from January 21-May 2\, 2026 \nJuror: Claude L. Elliott\nClaude L. Elliott is an independent curator\, oral historian\, and advocate for artists in the DMV. He is former assistant curator at Rhode Island School of Design. He has developed exhibitions in Providence\, RI\, Atlanta\, GA\, Philadelphia\, PA\, Brentwood\, MD\, and Washington\, DC.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]Jessica Maria Hopkins – Colors of My ReflectionBevadine Terrell – In Honor 0f Mermaid SplendorMaddy Keener – Pick the Gleaming Bones CleanClaude L. Elliott[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/hill-center-galleries-2026-regional-juried-show/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Galleries,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:EAST WORKSHOP: Winter Wonderland: Clay & Plaster Wall Sculptures
DESCRIPTION:Step into a magical winter world in this hands-on EAST Kids Arts Workshop led by designer Sarah Jones of SANAA Design! Young artists will explore sculpture and texture by creating wall-mounted artworks inspired by winter landscapes\, snow-covered forms\, and imaginative icy environments. \nUsing clay and plaster\, participants will experiment with carving\, layering\, and molding techniques to build dimensional wall sculptures. This workshop encourages creative thinking\, sensory exploration\, and an introduction to sculptural design concepts in a fun\, supportive setting. \nParticipants will: \n\nLearn basic sculpting techniques using clay and plaster\nExplore texture\, form\, and relief sculpture\nCreate a winter-inspired wall sculpture to take home\nBuild confidence working with new materials and tools\n\nAll materials will be provided. No prior experience necessary—just dress to get a little messy and bring your imagination! \n\n\n\n\nInstructor Bio:\nSarah Jones is a self-taught artist with a studio practice in Virginia. From an early age\, she felt a strong connection to the arts and was inspired by her father\, Jerome Jones\, a talented painter. She began her professional career as a pastry chef and earned a degree in business\, continuously weaving those experiences into her artistic practice. Drawing from her culinary background\, she develops unconventional methods and enjoys pushing creative boundaries. Her work is driven by exploration and material experimentation\, with texture and culture influenced by world travel and nature. Sarah is a full-time artist who also leads painting and sculpting workshops and supports organizations creating positive change.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/east-workshop-winter-wonderland-clay-plaster-wall-sculptures/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Teens,In-person Events,Studio Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Linocut Printmaking Workshop with Christine Vineyard
DESCRIPTION: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 take home. Students should bring a few images to use as inspiration or may sketch their own designs. \nThis is an adult art class. \nAll materials will be provided: \n\nLinoleum block\nCarving tools\nBrayers\nInk\n\n“It was very easy and satisfying to see a good final result come together in just a few hours. I’m very please with what I was able to create!”  -Lauren \n \n  \nChristine Vineyard is a local DC artist and art teacher\, working with all mediums and a concentration in photography\, drawing and painting. She has her BFA in Art Education and a Masters of Art Education with a focus on curriculum writing. Christine is originally from Atlanta\, GA where she taught at an international charter school before relocating to DC to continue her teaching career. Christine has worked with all ages from preschool to adults and is excited about sharing her knowledge and love of art with others. \nA minimum of 4 students is required for the class to occur. Students will be notified if the minimum is not met. \nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution. \nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/introduction-to-linocut-printmaking-workshop-with-christine-vineyard/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Studio Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Contemporary Watercolors Workshop with Christine Vineyard
DESCRIPTION: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 of them everyday household items. \nThe class is designed as an introduction to watercolor painting and techniques and is great for people with little to no prior experience who are interested in learning more. Advanced students are welcome as well to learn new techniques! The class will also include basic information on watercolor paints\, papers and brushes. \nThis is an adult art class. \nAll materials provided by the instructor: \n\nWatercolor tube paint\nWatercolor liquid paint\nWatercolor pencils\nRubbing alcohol\nTable salt\nRock salt\nWax crayon\nPlastic Wrap\nBleach\nWatercolor paper\nWatercolor brushes\nAcrylic paint\n\n“This workshop had great instruction – relaxed and informative. Very accessible and welcoming to newcomers!” -Caroline
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/contemporary-watercolors-workshop-with-christine-vineyard/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Studio Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Chef’s Table Featuring Storied Chinese Chef Peter Chang
DESCRIPTION:A Chef’s Table is typically located in the kitchen of a restaurant and allows Chefs to show off their culinary skills and prepare dinner for a small group in an intimate setting. \nChef Peter Chang is arguably the most celebrated Chinese chef in the United States. The recipient of numerous awards and accolades\, Chang has long been lionized for serving up some of the most crave-worthy and creative Chinese cuisine\, ranging from hot and numbing Sichuan fare\, modern Chinese cuisine\, to authentic\, home-style dishes using traditional Chinese techniques. \nChang’s Chef’s Table will take you\, figuratively\, into the back of his many restaurants — he has 20 and counting now in the DMV area. While dining with Peter\, you will be welcome to ask him anything you’ve ever wanted to know about Chinese cooking\, and enjoy a glass of complimentary wine and beer. \nMENU: \nEggplant salad (demo) \nRoasted cumin lamb chop (demo) \nSizzling curry beef tenderloin (demo) \nUyghur cold skin noodles \nBaked chicken pastry \nUyghur big plate chicken with potatoes \nTiny wonton soup with naan bread \nSeveral of these dishes will be prepared on the spot\, while others will be pre-made due to the large quantity.\nThere will be ample demonstration time.\n  \nPeter was born and raised in Wuhan\, China and as a young adult moved to Chengdu\, the capital of Sichuan\, to study classical Chinese cooking. There\, he discovered his love for Sichuan peppercorns\, chilis\, and pickles that make humble ingredients shine. He came to Washington D.C. nearly 30 years ago as the chef for the Chinese ambassador to the United States before building his empire of restaurants\, which include DC’s Chang Chang\, Q by Peter Chang\, Mama Chang\, and NiHao. Following his departure from the Chinese Embassy in Washington DC\, Chang resurfaced as a featured guest chef around the country. It was during this time that Chang began to attract and build a cult following of devout fans known as ‘Changians.” \nChang is critically acclaimed\, receiving praise from The Washington Post\, The New York Times\, The New Yorker\, and Travel & Leisure amongst other notable outlets\, Peter Chang has been a finalist for numerous James Beard Awards. \nNeedless to say\, this event will sell out quickly\, so don’t hesitate to purchase your tickets ASAP. \nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/chefs-table-featuring-storied-chinese-chef-peter-chang-3/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Whiting Writers' Award-Winner Clifford Thompson discusses his new book Jazz June in conversation with iconic DC writer E. Ethelbert Miller
DESCRIPTION:“Clifford Thompson has skillfully captured in words a distinct era of American history\, the specific feel over time of two major cities (Washington and New York); an intimate glimpse of the complexity of race and masculinity; and the small details of family\, love\, ambition\, fear\, fatherhood\, and aging that make up a life. It is a charming\, quiet but powerful\, well-crafted collection.” \n—Dinty W. Moore\, author of Between Panic and Desire \n\nJazz June dives into the deeper representative moments of life—the moments of wonder\, hope\, fear\, uncertainty\, humor\, love\, and epiphany—that make up human experience. Through his reflections on literature\, music\, and film\, Thompson\, a Black American whose life is informed but not defined by race\, embraces Black culture while remaining defiantly himself. \n\n\nClifford Thompson is a recipient of a Whiting Writers’ Award for nonfiction whose essays and reviews have appeared in the Washington Post\, the Wall Street Journal\, Best American Essays\, Times Literary Supplement\, the 2024 Pushcart Prize Anthology\, and more. His books include What It Is: Race\, Family\, and One Thinking Black Man’s Blues\, which Time magazine called one of the “most anticipated” books of the season\, and the graphic novel Big Man and the Little Men\, which he wrote and illustrated. Thompson teaches creative nonfiction writing at Sarah Lawrence College and the Vermont College of Fine Arts. A painter\, he is a member of Blue Mountain Gallery in New York City. \nE. Ethelbert Miller is a literary activist and author of two memoirs and several poetry collections. He was given a 2020 congressional award from Congressman Jamie Raskin in recognition of his literary activism\, awarded the 2022 Howard Zinn Lifetime Achievement Award by the Peace and Justice Studies Association\, and named a 2023 Grammy Nominee Finalist for Best Spoken Word Poetry Album. In 2024 Miller was awarded the Furious Flower Lifetime Achievement Award. \nBooks will be available for sale. A book signing will follow the conversation. \n\nDay-of tickets\, if available\, will be sold for $15
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/whiting-writers-award-winner-clifford-thompson-discusses-his-new-book-jazz-june-in-conversation-with-iconic-dc-writer-e-ethelbert-miller/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Lectures & Conversations
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SUMMARY:Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James
DESCRIPTION: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? \nJoin Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques of proper knife selection\, care\, basic cuts and proper form. The chef will guide you through breaking down common vegetables\, while you chop along side. This participation class is limited to 12 people. \n \nAbout Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu\nin Paris in 1997 and has completed advanced courses in chocolate and sugar from The French Pastry in Chicago.​ Since 1997\, her work experience includes stints at Restaurant Gerard Besson (Paris)\, Restaurant Daniel (New York)\, The Inn at Little Washington (Virginia)\, and Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago). \nWendi also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of Illinois. You can find this talented Chicago native offering culinary instruction and planning events at various venues in the DC metropolitan area. Wendi travels to Paris yearly to continue to explore the city she loves and all the delicious delicacies that Paris offers. She would love to share her experience and love of food with you. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.  \n\nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution.\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. 
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/kitchen-101-knife-skills-w-chef-wendi-james-15/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:The Paper Architect Hack®
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Create Iconic Structures from Scratch \nWhy wait decades to build a masterpiece? Learn to craft famous architectural wonders from simple sheets of paper in just two hours! With basic hand tools and precision folds\, you’ll bring iconic landmarks to life like—the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge. This hands-on workshop will walk you through every step of creating a stunning pop-up card that you can display proudly or fold up and share as a unique gift. Whether new to paper crafting or looking to refine your skills\, The Paper Architect Hack® offers a creative escape with a touch of history and architecture over networking with the local WDC community and beyond with complimentary refreshments and snacks. \nTarget Audience: Adults + Ages 14 and up \n \nKey Takeaways: \n1. Discover the meditative and relaxing art of cutting and folding paper. \n2. Experience the joy of replicating world-famous landmarks. \n3. Create shareable masterpieces with friends\, family\, or colleagues. \n4. Hone your skills in architectural modeling and origami. \n5. Explore fascinating historical stories behind iconic buildings. \n6. Explore fascinating historical stories behind iconic buildings. \n7. Network with the WDC community over complimentary refreshments & snacks. \nAll materials included. \nHere’s what our attendees had to say after attending The Paper Architect Hack®— \nRuth \n“I truly enjoyed myself and felt a real sense of accomplishment by the end of the session. The instructions  were clear\, thoughtfully paced\, and incredibly helpful. With everything going on in life\, this workshop gave  me a rare moment of calm\, focused\, creative\, and quietly fulfilling. A perfect reset for the mind.” \nKrist\n“Mandira explained how to do the process very well! It’s very therapeutic and productive as well as innovative\, especially for non-architects!” \nKia & Stephen\n“This was such a fun and enjoyable workshop! Everything ran so smoothly\, and the group had a lovely mix of ages and backgrounds. If you enjoy paper art or origami\, this experience is an absolute must!” “I really enjoyed the workshop and would love to see a scaled-up version of the pop-up models in the future. There’s definitely strong interest in this kind of creative\, hands-on experience!” \nClick the link to purchase your tickets at Eventbrite: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1588431273699?aff=oddtdtcreator \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/the-paper-architect-hack-006-6/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Studio Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Master Chef Featuring 9-Time James Beard Award Nominee Pichet Ong
DESCRIPTION:This winter\, indulge yourself in a baking class of sweet and savory treats focused on the bounty of the season\, featuring citrus\, warm spices\, tropical fruits\, root vegetables and tubers.  3-4 recipes will be taught in a hands-on format\, complete with a menu that centers around brunch service.  Come cook with and learn from this master pastry chef in our small\, intimate\, demonstration kitchen. \nEating and cooking are Pichet Ong’s hobby and heartbeat. As a chef\, Pichet combines fond flavors of his childhood and travels with classic techniques to create sweet and savory foods that are pure\, whimsical\, and experimental\, yet nostalgic. His food can be found worldwide\, from New York to Sydney\, Istanbul to Beijing\, Tokyo to Washington\, DC. Pichet is a self-taught chef. He is a Top Ten Pastry Chefs in America in Pastry Arts & Design. He’s been named “Rising Star” by Starchefs\, a “Pastry Provocateur” by Pete Wells in Food & Wine. He has been featured in Saveur\, W\, Elle\, Vogue\, Tatler\, and O\, the Oprah magazine. He headlined “The Chef” column in The New York Times for 8 weeks. His desserts have received multiple 3-star reviews in the New York Times\, a Michelin star\, and placement in Pellegrino’s the World’s 50 Best. He is a 9-time nominee for the James Beard Award in different categories. He is a resident and guest judge on Food Network’s Cake Wars and Sugar Dome\, Cake Wars\, Halloween Wars\, and Bravo’s Top Chef. In 2019\, he was a finalist for the James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef. During that period\, he opened Mama Chang with chef Peter Chang in Virginia that was named best new restaurant in Washington\, DC\, and NiHao in Baltimore\, named  #4 best new restaurant in America in Esquire and landed as a James Beard award finalist for best new restaurant in 2022.  Ong joined forces with legendary Chef Peter Chang and his daughter Lydia Chang to open Chang’s first DC restaurant\, Chang Chang near Dupont Circle\, which Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema declared “a joyous occasion\,”  and instantly became one of his “ favorite places to eat.”  Pichet is currently dividing his time between Bangkok\, producing farm bean to bar chocolate\, Kad KoKoa\, and DC\, with the newly opened Hiraya\, with chef Paolo Dungca. \nCheck out this reel from his June 2025 class! \nComplimentary wine and beer will be served. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/master-chef-featuring-9-time-james-beard-award-nominee-pichet-ong/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Soup and Bread Workshop with Chef Wendi James
DESCRIPTION: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 make:\n\nFrench Onion Soup & Caramelized Onion Ciabatta\nBroccoli Cheddar Soup & Potato Garlic Bread\nCarrot Coconut Soup & Ginger Turmeric Sourdough\n\n\nAbout Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu in Paris\nin 1997 and has completed advanced courses in chocolate and sugar from The French Pastry in Chicago.​ Since 1997\, her work experience includes stints at Restaurant Gerard Besson (Paris)\, Restaurant Daniel (New York)\, The Inn at Little Washington (Virginia)\, and Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago). \n\nWendi also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of Illinois. You can find this talented Chicago native offering culinary instruction and planning events at various venues in the DC metropolitan area. Wendi travels to Paris yearly to continue to explore the city she loves and all the delicious delicacies that Paris offers. She would love to share her experience and love of food with you. \n\nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience. \n\n\n\nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution. \n\n\n\n\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/soup-and-bread-workshop-with-chef-wendi-james/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Global Sounds on the Hill Featuring Qais Essar & Sonny Singh in Concert: SANGAT
DESCRIPTION:Curated and hosted by iconic DC impresario and musician Jim Thomson \nWeaving together the ancient sound and haunting melodies of the rabab\, a 2\,500 year-old instrument from Afghanistan\, with bold trumpet lines and anthemic Punjabi vocals\, Qais and Sonny ground their music in ancestral wisdom and usher us into the future with their uplifting new sound. Drawing inspiration from hundreds of years old mystical poetry from the Sikh\, Sufi\, and radical bhakti traditions\, their music centers oneness and connection in times of increasing division and hierarchy.  Sangat is not only a meeting of diverse musical and spiritual traditions\, but also a reflection of using art as a vehicle for connection\, resistance\, and healing.  “Sangat is a term Sikhs use to refer to beloved community\,” explains Singh. “We often use the term to refer to the congregation in a gurdwara [Sikh house of worship]\, but to me\, sangat is something much broader. My beloved community transcends ethnic\, religious and national boundaries.” Essar adds\, “In this climate of increasing attacks on the marginalized\, including the communities Sonny and I are a part of\, we hope this new music inspires solidarity and unity.” \nAbout Jim Thomson: Jim Thomson is an independent DIY music producer based in Washington DC who specializes in booking\, live music production\, artist management\, DJ events\, and record releases. In Washington DC he operates an ongoing live music series called Secret Planet DC that partners with various venues\, foundations\, and musicians all across the city to produce unique\, intimate\, and meaningful performances. He also owns and operates the Washington\, DC-based boutique record label Electric Cowbell Records as well as holding down and curating all vinyl DJ residencies at The Green Zone\, Cana\, La Shukran\, Daikaya\, Le Mont Royal\, Eaton Hotel\, the DC Record Fair\, and other bars and restaurants in the city. \nJim is also a lifelong musician and promoter\, playing drums as a founding member of GWAR\, The Alter-Natives (SST Records)\, Bio Ritmo\, CSC Funk Band\, Time Is Fire\, and he currently plays drums and percussion with Motherf*ckers JMB & Co with Geologist from Animal Collective. One of the first concerts he co-promoted was a Bad Brains show in Richmond\, Virginia in 1987 followed by years of concerts including surf guitar legend Dick Dale\, Knitting Factory tours\, Marc Ribot\, Charles Gayle\, Negativland\, Medeski\, Martin\, and Wood\, and many others.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/global-sounds-on-the-hill-featuring-qais-essar-sonny-singh-in-concert-sangat/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Sausage Making with Chef Mark Haskell
DESCRIPTION: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! \n \nLearn a variety of types and techniques – spicy moroccan lamb merguez\, fragrant Thai sao ou from Chaing Mai\, Italian sweet fennel pork sausage\, & Chinese shrimp mousse sausage\, as well as the accompanying sauces for each. \n \nUnlimited beer and wine are included in the price of the course! \n\nAbout Mark: Chef Mark Haskell’s career has taken him to kitchens in Europe\, Asia\, South America and the US. A native of the South Carolina Lowcountry\, he has an affection for Southern cooking and gardening\, and he applies his international flair to these traditions. He was knighted a Chevalier to the Confrérie de Vin de Saint Vincent for his work promoting organic and biodynamic food in the Côtes du Rhône region of France. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.\n\n\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. \n \nMore Upcoming Classes w/ Chef Mark Haskell here!
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/sausage-making-with-chef-mark-haskell/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James
DESCRIPTION: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? \nJoin Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques of proper knife selection\, care\, basic cuts and proper form. The chef will guide you through breaking down common vegetables\, while you chop along side. This participation class is limited to 12 people. \n \nAbout Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu\nin Paris in 1997 and has completed advanced courses in chocolate and sugar from The French Pastry in Chicago.​ Since 1997\, her work experience includes stints at Restaurant Gerard Besson (Paris)\, Restaurant Daniel (New York)\, The Inn at Little Washington (Virginia)\, and Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago). \nWendi also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of Illinois. You can find this talented Chicago native offering culinary instruction and planning events at various venues in the DC metropolitan area. Wendi travels to Paris yearly to continue to explore the city she loves and all the delicious delicacies that Paris offers. She would love to share her experience and love of food with you. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.  \n\nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution.\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. 
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/kitchen-101-knife-skills-w-chef-wendi-james-14/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Kitchen 101: Knife Skills w/ Chef Wendi James
DESCRIPTION: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? \nJoin Chef Wendi James in Hill Center’s kitchen as she teaches the essentials of knife skills for beginners! Learn the techniques of proper knife selection\, care\, basic cuts and proper form. The chef will guide you through breaking down common vegetables\, while you chop along side. This participation class is limited to 12 people. \n \nAbout Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu\nin Paris in 1997 and has completed advanced courses in chocolate and sugar from The French Pastry in Chicago.​ Since 1997\, her work experience includes stints at Restaurant Gerard Besson (Paris)\, Restaurant Daniel (New York)\, The Inn at Little Washington (Virginia)\, and Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago). \nWendi also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of Illinois. You can find this talented Chicago native offering culinary instruction and planning events at various venues in the DC metropolitan area. Wendi travels to Paris yearly to continue to explore the city she loves and all the delicious delicacies that Paris offers. She would love to share her experience and love of food with you. \nPLEASE NOTE: Tickets are non-refundable. We apologize for any inconvenience.  \n\nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution.\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance. 
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/kitchen-101-knife-skills-w-chef-wendi-james-13/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:“SONG OF SOLSTICE" A Celtic Christmas Celebration Featuring: OCEAN Celtic Quartet
DESCRIPTION:“Listen up – They’re good!” \n–Fairport Convention’s Simon Nicol \nFairport Convention’s Simon Nicol says that OCEAN are exciting because they “get right inside the spirit of the folk music of the British Isles\, unpick it and weave it into a bright new fabric on their own 21st century American loom.”  Tony Barrand of Nowell Sing We Clear praises their “beautiful original songs and fabulous arrangements of traditional songs.” Steeleye Span’s Maddy Prior calls their songwriting “stunning” and the Washington Post calls them “Nothing short of spellbinding.”   \nThe OCEAN Celtic Quartet will transport you to the Yuletide celebrations of yore in a program featuring time-honored carols\, 19th century broadside songs\, traditional Celtic tunes\, original seasonal compositions\, and even an appearance by Father Christmas of the old mummers plays! With their soaring vocals and stately Celtic instrumentals\, OCEAN is known for marrying lighthearted exuberance with great spiritual depth in a program that appeals to all faiths and wisdom traditions. Come in good voice\, as you’ll be invited to sing along! \nSo come on out and celebrate the magic of Christmas and the Winter Solstice in cozy fellowship. This boisterous concert will include British Mummer’s play recitations\, traditional English and French carols\, fiddle\, harp\, and hurdy-gurdy tunes\, 19th century broadside songs\, and original seasonal compositions celebrating both the joy of the season of light and the introspection of the dark half of the year. The OCEAN Celtic Quartet is led by composer and ethnomusicologist JENNIFER CUTTING (accordion and keyboards)\, a Washington Area Music Association “Musician of the Year” and “Songwriter of the Year.” OCEAN features the stunning vocalist LISA MOSCATIELLO (also a WAMA “Musician of the Year”)\, folklorist/vocalist/percussionist STEPHEN WINICK\, plus fiddler\, Celtic harpist\, and composer JAY ANSILL. Cutting’s original anthem\, “Song of Solstice\,” has become a classic on Celtic and Folk radio\, and the title cut of OCEAN’s newest CD\, “The Turning Year\,” reached #1 Song on the Folk Radio charts for December 2021. Come prepared to sing along with OCEAN on these and other seasonal songs ancient and modern! \n \nJENNIFER CUTTING (Artistic Director\, Keyboard\, Accordion) happily blends careers as a bandleader\, composer\, instrumentalist\, ethnomusicologist\, and record producer. In the early 80s\, she became the last and youngest protégée of British folk revival leader A.L. Lloyd\, who had previously mentored members of Fairport Convention and Steeleye Span. Cutting spent 10 years as leader of The New St. George\, one of the most significant British folk-rock groups on this side of the Atlantic. She then created and produced the award-winning CDs OCEAN: Songs for the Night Sea Journey\, Song of Solstice\, and Waves\, collaborating with international superstars such as Maddy Prior and Peter Knight (Steeleye Span)\, Annie Haslam (Renaissance)\, Dave Mattacks (Fairport Convention) Tony Cuffe (Ossian) and Troy Donockley (Iona [UK]). Cutting is a multiple award winner in all areas of her musical career. She has won over 20 WAMMIE awards\, including “Musician of the Year\,” “Songwriter of the Year\,” and “Best New Artist\,” as well as “Album of the Year\,” “Best Traditional Folk Recording” and “Best Contemporary Folk Recording.” She has won two Maryland Governor’s Citations for composition\, as well as prestigious national-level songwriting awards such as First Prize in songwriting at the Merle Watson Festival\, and American Songwriter Magazine’s Song of the Year. \nLISA MOSCATIELLO (Vocal\, Guitar\, Penny Whistle) is a smooth\, sultry folk contralto from the Washington\, DC area. She has won over two dozen Washington Area Music Awards\, including two of the coveted Album of the Year awards for Second Avenue and Trouble from the Start. Although her first love is traditional Irish\, Scottish\, English and Anglo-American traditional folk music\, her voracious appetite for beautiful melodies and mysterious\, heart-rending lyrics has led her far afield from what is normally considered “folk music\,” into jazz\, electronica\, country\, Italian pop music and even opera. In addition to singing with the OCEAN Celtic Quartet\, she performs as a solo artist. As part of a duo with cellist Fred Lieder\, she performed monthly at 49 West for many years\, and also recorded for the electronica project Arthur Loves Plastic. She is the former lead singer for Celtic fusion band Whirligig and British folk-rock band The New St. George\, and has recorded and toured with fiddler Rosie Shipley.  \nSTEPHEN WINICK (vocals\, percussion) specializes in traditional ballads and sea chanteys\, and is both a performer and an expert lecturer and teacher\, bringing a scholarly depth to OCEAN’s concerts and educational programs. Steve has been singing traditional songs in English and French since his childhood. In the early 1990s\, he spent several summers under the tutelage of the late Dublin ballad singer Frank Harte\, one of the foremost traditional ballad singers in Irish music. Steve is a member of Ship’s Company Chanteymen\, in which he performs a repertoire of sea chanteys and historical songs. He was engaged as an expert scholar and researcher for the 2008 Washington Christmas Revels\, which presented the music of Québec. He ended up also performing one of the lead roles in the show\, for which he sang traditional songs in French to an audience of thousands.  He reprised his role on the 2010 CD release Le Temps des Fêtes\, and in the same year appeared on OCEAN’s CD Song of Solstice. He has a Ph.D. in Folklore and Folklife from the University of Pennsylvania\, where he studied under song specialists Kenneth S. Goldstein and Roger Abrahams. He has taught courses in folklore and folksong at the University of Pennsylvania\, George Washington University\, and George Mason University. \nJAY ANSILL (Violin\, Celtic Harp\, Hurdy Gurdy) is a multi-instrumentalist\, composer and producer based in Bucks County\, Pennsylvania. He has toured extensively and performed a wide variety of music with a wide variety of musicians including Anne Hills\, Martin Carthy\, Johnny Cunningham\, Bill Keith\, J. “Mo’ong” Santoso Pribadi and Maria Del Mar Bonet. Jay has written music for theater\, most notably working with playwright/director Lee Breuer at Mabou Mines on a number of projects and with John Guare on his Lydia Breeze Trilogy. Jay has released several albums including A Lost World\, a critically acclaimed collection of settings of poems by Robert Graves\, and Fragile Gifts\, with singer-songwriter Anne Hills.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/song-of-solstice-a-celtic-christmas-celebration-featuring-ocean-celtic-quartet-2/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts,In-person Events
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SUMMARY:Mr. Mike's Music - Mixed Ages Class (0-5 Years)
DESCRIPTION:<span style=”color: #000000; font-family: arial\, sans-serif;”>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 much learning is taking place!</span> \n<span style=”color: #000000; font-family: arial\, sans-serif;”>You’ll take home the award-winning music used in class\, along with an illustrated songbook and other resources. As you discover new ways to play with music all week long\, you’ll support your child’s music learning and overall development—even if you don’t think of yourself as a great singer or dancer.</span> \n<strong><span style=”color: #000000; font-family: arial\, sans-serif;”>Why Mixed Ages?</span></strong> \n<span style=”color: #000000; font-family: arial\, sans-serif;”>Child development researchers discovered that grouping children of different ages in one class encourages natural\, family-style learning\, so Music Together developed the Mixed-Age Music Class. In this group music class in Washington\, DC\, everyone participates at their own levels: babies vocalize\, listen\, and observe; toddlers play and experiment; and preschoolers build confidence as they emerge as classroom leaders. Grownups are happy because everyone can come to class together.</span> \n<em><span style=”color: #000000; font-family: arial\, sans-serif;”>“My husband teases me because whenever I mention Music Together to anyone\, he always pipes up my next line which is ‘best money we ever spent.’ I truly mean it. Kudos to Ken and Lili for a program that outshines any other I have seen around.” —Kim\, Princeton\, NJ</span></em>
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/mr-mikes-music-mixed-ages-class-0-5-years/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Teens,In-person Events,Music Lessons
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SUMMARY:Frontlines: Infant and Child CPR
DESCRIPTION:It takes two hours of your time to learn the skills that could save your child’s life. \nDuring this class you will learn Infant and Child CPR\, AED and what to do if your child or infant is choking.  The class applies to infants and up to age 12. These are skills everyone caring for an infant or child should have to ensure their safety. This is the perfect class for parents\, nannies\, babysitters\, or family members who might be caring for your child. \nLaura Punaro\, the owner of Frontlines CPR\, was a Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse for eight years and is now working as a Public Health Nurse. She graduated from The University of Virginia School of Nursing in 2005. Laura trained in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Children’s National Medical Center in DC and later became a charge nurse at Georgetown University Hospital in their PICU for six years. She became motivated to start her company\, Frontlines CPR\, LLC\, teaching CPR after her daughter choked when she was an infant. \nFor more information please email lpunaro@frontlinescpr.com or visit https://frontlinecpr.com/schedule-and-registration/ to sign up for the class! Space is limited and classes generally sell out weeks in advance. ** Please be aware that this class is for adults only. **
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/frontlines-infant-and-child-cpr-3/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-person Events,Mindful Motion & Health
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SUMMARY:Mr. Mike's Music - Mixed Ages Classes (0-5 Years)
DESCRIPTION: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 much learning is taking place! \nYou’ll take home the award-winning music used in class\, along with an illustrated songbook and other resources. As you discover new ways to play with music all week long\, you’ll support your child’s music learning and overall development—even if you don’t think of yourself as a great singer or dancer. \nWhy Mixed Ages? \nChild development researchers discovered that grouping children of different ages in one class encourages natural\, family-style learning\, so Music Together developed the Mixed-Age Music Class. In this group music class in Washington\, DC\, everyone participates at their own levels: babies vocalize\, listen\, and observe; toddlers play and experiment; and preschoolers build confidence as they emerge as classroom leaders. Grownups are happy because everyone can come to class together. \n“My husband teases me because whenever I mention Music Together to anyone\, he always pipes up my next line which is ‘best money we ever spent.’ I truly mean it. Kudos to Ken and Lili for a program that outshines any other I have seen around.” —Kim\, Princeton\, NJ
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/mr-mikes-music-mixed-ages-class-0-5-years-6/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children & Teens,In-person Events,Music Lessons
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SUMMARY:Holiday French Macarons with Chef Wendi James
DESCRIPTION:Demystify the famous French cookie with French trained Chef Wendi James. Learn the tips and tricks to success and return home with your own box of colorful sweets. You’ll make three different macarons:\n\nChocolate Gingerbread\nCandy Cane\nEggnog\n\n\nAbout Wendi: Wendi James received a Cuisine and Pastry Diplome from Le Cordon Bleu\nin Paris in 1997 and has completed advanced courses in chocolate and sugar from The French Pastry in Chicago.​ Since 1997\, her work experience includes stints at Restaurant Gerard Besson (Paris)\, Restaurant Daniel (New York)\, The Inn at Little Washington (Virginia)\, and Charlie Trotter’s (Chicago). \nWendi also holds a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of Illinois. You can find this talented Chicago native offering culinary instruction and planning events at various venues in the DC metropolitan area. Wendi travels to Paris yearly to continue to explore the city she loves and all the delicious delicacies that Paris offers. She would love to share her experience and love of food with you. \n\n\nHill Center is dedicated to making our programming equitable and accessible to all. If cost\, accessibility\, or other obstacles are a barrier to attending a program\, please contact programs@hillcenterdc.org and we will be happy to work out a solution.\n\n\n\n\nIf you need assistance registering\, please check out these step-by-step instructions\, video tutorial or call (202) 549-4172 for assistance.
URL:https://www.hillcenterdc.org/event/holiday-french-macarons-with-chef-wendi-james/
LOCATION:Hill Center DC\, 921 Pennsylvania Avenue\, SE\, Washington\, DC\, 20003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cooking Classes & Tastings,In-person Events
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