Late dinners are officially here! We had a thought: what about our late-night diners? People love eating later on Fridays and lingering at the table a little longer; totally normal…
Are you a whiskey drinker but want to branch out? Most people are familiar with clean and crisp sakes, but many types of sake can mirror the flavors found in your favorite whiskeys! This class will highlight three different sakes that showcase one of the defining characteristics of whiskey: wood, aging, and intensity. You’ll be…
Holiday Gifts from the Kitchen Get your creative side going and think about making some delicious and practical – everyone eats – gifts in the kitchen. Think about wrapping up…
Due to overwhelming demand we have added an overflow room to accommodate extra guests. A live video feed will be screened on our state of the art AV system. Tickets are…
Storied Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema reflects on the past 25 years wining and dining his way through the DMV and beyond, in conversation with Chef and TV host…
Pottery on the Hill SHOW AND SALE – NOVEMBER 14-16, 2025 Pottery on the Hill returns again for another great year of ceramics! Pottery on the Hill is a weekend celebrating…
Create Iconic Structures from Paper Why 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…
Heating, lighting, and plumbing provide comfort and convenience to the modern home. How did the historic row houses of Capitol Hill accommodate these modern interventions? On Monday, November 10, at…
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…
Curated and Hosted by Stone Room Concerts Founder David Holiday Luke Bulla has been singing and playing music most of his life. Touring with and singing in his family band…
A part of the newly launched, Wine and Dine Fridays on the Hill. Explore how everyday foods can fight inflammation and support long-term health. You’ll cook vibrant, flavor-packed meals designed to fuel energy, improve wellness, and help your body thrive. Menu Golden Cauliflower Purée with Smoky Seared Shrimp & Herb Oil Silky cauliflower blended with…
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…
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…
If you have ever wanted to start knitting with a manageable project this is the class for you! With individualized instruction, students new to knitting will learn pattern & yarn selection, stitches, and technique. If you have knitted before, our instructor welcomes you to come and try a new technique or different stitches on a…
The Capitol Hill Poetry Group began on the Hill in 1975, when a group of poets came together to share and critique their work. To mark our 50th Anniversary, we…
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…
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…
Join award-winning executive pastry chef Padua “Sugachef” Player for an irresistible hands-on pastry experience. In this fun, fast-paced session, you’ll learn three beloved pie recipes from start to finish and master pie crust basics that will elevate every bake. What you’ll get: - Step-by-step instruction on three delicious pie recipes - Hands-on practice crafting flaky,…
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…
Our mission every day is to spark creativity and connection. We do this through the restorative power of comedy, storytelling and artistic expression. More than 650 veterans return home from duty every day. But there isn’t always a homecoming party waiting for them. Transitioning to civilian life after service is often a challenging and isolating…
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…
“Delightfully expressive, expansive, and pleasing, with Witness, Megan Burtt crafts a rich tapestry of colors and evocative textures.” – Guitar Girl Magazine Curated and Hosted by Stone Room Concerts Founder David Holiday Megan Burtt (https://www.meganburtt.com/) is an international touring singer/songwriter who has garnered national recognition. She has recently released Witness, her first solo album in…
Burch Discusses his new Novel Meridian Rising about Country Music Legend Jimmie Rodgers and Sings a Few Songs Too! "Jimmie Rodgers comes a-yodelin' out of Paul Burch's novel as if he were with us today. This is a tour de force of musical imagination." —Roy Blount Jr., author of Save Room for Pie "Paul Burch has…
Cook with the Seasons What to do with your CSA when you’re lacking culinary inspiration or time? We will use produce from a local farmer with a CSA model and learn about how they grow their nutrient-dense, flavorful produce. We will learn what’s in season in our region, creative ways to pair different flavor profiles,…
A century of forgetfulness and erasure has led to diminished public awareness of the Black string band tradition - and similarly diminished numbers of Black string bands. As of 2023, a new Black string band has risen to carry the torch: New Dangerfield. New Dangerfield was originally conceptualized by award-winning banjoist Tray Wellington, who enlisted three other…
Featuring Spyros Koliavasilis, Hakan Keles, Nicholas Mitrone and Firat Alpergin DC Café Aman invites you on a journey where time dissolves and borders become meaningless. DC Café Aman transmits the rich cross-cultural soundscape of Greece, Turkey, and the Mediterranean region, celebrating deeply intertwined musical heritages. The band draws its name from the legendary Café Amans—cafes…
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 wine and beer in hand. Menu: Butternut Squash, Apple, Sage, and Goat Cheese Tart Pumpkin & Manchego Risotto with Sautéed Shrimp Pumpkin Spice &…
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…
“Reginald Harris’s Autogeography is the winner of the Cave Canem Northwestern University Press Poetry Prize. The book has been praised for being great black poetry and great LGBT poetry, but it’s…
Create Iconic Structures from Paper Why wait decades to build a masterpiece? Learn to craft famous architectural wonders from simple sheets of paper in just two hours! With basic hand…