The Bender JCC celebrates Judaism throughout the year with a variety of holiday celebrations and observances, family and community gatherings, and festive workshops.
Center Celebrations
Center-wide and festive for the entire family, Center celebrations incorporate the entire Bender JCC community for celebrations featuring activities for all ages.
Questions about Bender JCC holiday and Center celebrations? Contact us!
2025 Hamantaschen Sale | Tuesday, February 25th - 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Shabbat Shabbang Purim Party! | Friday, March 14th - 5:30 - 7:30 PM |
Passover Little Noshers | Sunday, April 6th - 10:00-11:00 AM |
2025 Hamantaschen Sale
Tuesday, February 25th
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Purim is coming- Time to Order Hamantaschen!
PURCHASE YOUR HAMANTASCHEN TODAY!
Purim is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to indulge in delicious, kosher, pareve Hamantaschen! Order now to enjoy these classic treats.
Hamantaschen are $3.50 each and will be sold by PRE-ORDER ONLY. Orders must be placed by 8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 5
Choose from these 8 flavors*:
Apricot
Apple
Cherry
Chocolate
Lemon
Poppy
Prune
Raspberry
*Note: Hamantaschen are not gluten-free. While they are nut-free, please note they are prepared in a facility that processes nuts.
To order click here
Payment is required at the time of purchase via credit card only.
Pick-up will be available in the front circle of the Bender JCC on Thursday, March 13 from 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM and Friday, March 14 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Delivery Option for Preschool or Club J Families:
If you have a child in the preschool or Club J, and would like your order delivered to them, please email Marcie Blackman at mblackman@benderjccgw.org with your child’s name and classroom.
Questions:
Contact Marcie Blackman at mblackman@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3808
$10 / kids | $15 / adults
Join us at the Bender JCC to welcome Shabbat with a BANG!! Come ready to party in your favorite costume!
Shabbat Shabbang is a program for young families, designed to create a community of new and old friends. The Whole Shabbang includes entertainment, challah, juice/wine, dinner, and dessert!
Please register each member of your family attending the program. The ticket price will adjust once you select the participant.
Tickets will likely sell out so please register early if you are interested.
Questions? Please contact Candice Goldstein at cgoldstein@benderjccgw.com or 301-348-3756.
This event is in partnership with PJ Library of Greater Washington and Jewish Federation of Greater Washington.
All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.
Passover Little Noshers
Sunday, April 6th
10:00-11:00 AM
Registration Coming Soon
10:00 – 11:00 AM | $10/child | $5/adult | Pavilion
Passover is one of the yummiest and most fun holidays of the year! Join the Bender JCC in a party for your taste buds even your littlest ones will love. Especially because food will be handed out by one of your favorite furry cookie-loving monsters!!!!
We’ll also learn fun Passover facts, create crafts, and enjoy PJ Library storytime. We invite you to keep the fun going at outdoor playground.
This program is also a great opportunity to share food with others. In partnership with Good Deeds Week, we will be collecting fruit for Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) Meals on Wheels. JSSA currently delivers to 70 individuals in Montgomery County through their Kosher Meals on Wheels program. The older adults they serve would love to have some fresh fruit such as mandarin oranges, oranges, apples, kosher fruit cups, and kosher applesauce cups to enjoy along with their meals from the Hebrew Home.
For questions, please contact Jennifer Radosh at jradosh@benderjccgw.org.
All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.
Presented by the Bender JCC, Good Deeds Day, The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, and PJ Library.