Stroller Strides at the J

Stroller Strides at the J

The Bender JCC is excited to offer Stroller Strides® at the Bender JCC! The class is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is comprised of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining little ones with songs, activities and fun! Each Stroller Strides instructor is […]

Infertility and Mental Health Workshop

September 26 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM | Free Protecting your Mental Health and Wellbeing on your Reproductive Journey Fertility challenges can feel completely all-encompassing as your daily life is filled with doctor appointments, shots, medication, hormonal fluctuations, career impact, and/or a variety of other challenges. Coping with the constant triggers of life events like […]

Bim Bom Bags: Tu B’Shevat 2024

The Bender JCC presents a bag-tastic and exciting opportunity to learn about Jewish customs and holidays through arts & crafts, stories, and discussions. When you sign up, we will hand-deliver* Jewish-themed arts & crafts activities to your door to work on independently with your kid(s). Price: $18 / bag for members* | $20 / bag […]

Mr. Harrison’s Music Party

Winter 2024 Session:  Sundays | February 11 – April 14 | 9:30 – 10:15 AM $200 / member | $210 / non-member | Bender-Dosik Parenting Center, Room 140 Come party with Mr. Harrison!  He will spark your little one’s music curiosity with elements of classic singalong songs, modern songs, instrument and rhythm exploration, dance, and […]

Crafty Kids: Creating Judaica Keepsakes

Sundays, January 7 – February 11 | 3:30 – 4:15 PM | Bender JCC, Art Studio A Prices per child: $180 / member | $190 non-member Personalize your Jewish holidays and rituals with crafts created by your kids! With help from a parent, we’ll make everything from Menorahs to Mezuzah cases. You’ll also get to […]

Bim Bom Bags: Hanukkah 2023

Bim Bom Bag is an interactive activities box filled with Jewish High Holidays-themed arts & crafts, stories, and more, hand-delivered** to our front-door! Bim Bom Bag is the perfect way for young families to learn about Jewish customs, independently with your kid(s) on your own schedule! Price: $18 / bag for members* | $20 / […]

Shabbat Shabbang with a Splash

Friday June 21 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM | $10 per child | $15 per adult Splash into Shabbat with the Bender JCC and Bethesda Jewish Congregation! Join us for a splash in the pool, Shabbat blessings, songs, and a catered, kosher dinner. Everyone is welcome! This program will be most enjoyed by families with […]

Becoming a Soulful Grandparent

Sunday, April 30 | 11AM-12:15PM | $25 Together with a cohort of your peers, join a virtual discussion, led by author and educator Dasee Berkowitz, and explore Becoming a Soulful Grandparent: Sharing Your Story and Bequeathing Your Legacy. By sharing family stories, you share what has mattered most to your family over time. When children […]

Baby and Me Yoga

In-Person Baby & Me Yoga – Includes parent-baby postures and massage techniques designed to promote bonding with each other and bring a sense of calm to the baby. 

Rhythm ’N’ Ruach with Auntie A: Music ’n’ Yoga

Rhythm ’N’ Ruach partners with Yoga Yeladim (Kidding Around Yoga) to create joyful Jewish learning experiences through movement