Coming of Age in Maryland

CoA Programs (Coming of Age in Maryland) offers monthly activities, excursions, and special events to members aged 60 and over. Activities include theatre and museum trips, lectures, concerts, and annual signature events such as the health and wellness expo and a New York City overnight trip.Opportunities abound for socializing, learning and entertainment. We hope you’ll join us to make friends and enjoy new experiences, including:

  • Free CoA membership
  • Monthly Cinema J Film Screenings at both the JCC and Leisure World
  • “Food ‘n’ Fun” meals and games at local restaurants
  • Social work support from our partner, JSSA
  • Financial assistance for Bender JCCGW memberships for qualifying individuals
  • Transportation provided for excursions

Programs for Active Adults Around Town | May – June

For more information, contact Frieda Enoch at 301.348.3809 or fenoch@benderjccgw.org.Also visit our Arts & Culture section for author discussions, gallery exhibits, and concerts sponsored by the Bender JCC.

Upcoming Coming of Age sponsored events

Health & Wellness Expo Thursday, June 1st - 10:00AM-2:00PM
Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song – At the Bender JCC Thursday, June 8th - 7:00 PM
Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song – At Leisure World Tuesday, June 13th - 1:30 PM
Hadestown @ The National Theater Thursday, June 15th - 7:30 PM
A Tribute to Leonard Cohen Thursday, June 22nd - 7:00 PM
Health & Harvest Fair Thursday, September 28th - 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Health & Wellness Expo

Thursday, June 1st
10:00AM-2:00PM

12th Annual Health & Wellness Expo

Thursday, June 1 | 10:00AM-2:00PM

Cost: FREE & Open To The Public
Location: Leisure World | Clubhouse 1
3700 Rossmoor Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20906

The Bender JCC Coming of Age’s annual, highly anticipated Expo is designed to engage, educate, and empower attendees to make choices and take actions to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle. This event provides the opportunity to connect with health and wellness providers to learn about their products and services, advancing our mission to help senior adults ‘age-in-place’ and ‘in-community’ successfully.

Leisure World is a 50 + retirement community with over 8,500 residents.

All aspects of the expo are designed to appeal to the interests and needs of those 60 and over.

Highlights include:The Jersey Tenors | Entertainment Unlimited

FREE Admission • FREE Bags • FREE ‘Goodies’
• EXHIBITOR HALL: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Health Screenings (END at 2:00PM)
• Vaccines: Covid19 and other boosters
• Interactive Workshops
• ‘Capture a Memory’ with a picture of YOU and friends
• “Head to Toe” Massages
• Social and Community organizations
• Grand Finale Show ($15 in advance/$18 at the door)

FANTASTIC RAFFLE PRIZES!
• Restaurants • Hair and Nail Salons • Gift Baskets
• Stores • Boutiques • Bus trips to NYC & more!

Grand Finale Show: The Jersey Tenors | 3:00 PM | Leisure World Clubhouse II | Ticket required, $15 in advance/$18 at the door

Recently touted as the most versatile and talented tribute act in the nation, The Jersey Tenors are America’s newest rock/opera mash-up sensation. The guys are a tremendous force on stage giving everything to the audience. Their repertoire is varied and offers something for everyone. Their voices are excellent and their chemistry on stage is undeniable. From Frankie Valli to Frank Sinatra to Figaro… FORGETTABOUTIT!

“Mesmerizing!” “Top flight male vocalists! • “They’ve got it, they might as well flaunt it!” • “An amazing, amazing show!”

PURCHASE TICKETS

More details and information coming soon!

To inquire about sponsorship or exhibitor opportunities, please contact Coming of Age at 301-348-3832 or email fenoch@benderjccgw.org


Thank you to our Benefactors

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Cinema J – Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song
HALLELUJAH: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song is a definitive exploration of singer songwriter Leonard Cohen as seen through the prism of his internationally renowned hymn, “Hallelujah.” This feature-length documentary weaves together three creative strands: The songwriter and his times; the song’s dramatic journey from record label reject to chart-topping hit; and moving testimonies from major recording artists for whom “Hallelujah” has become a personal touchstone.

Cost: $12.00

At the Bender JCC – Kreeger Auditorium

Questions? Contact Frieda or Lindsay at 301-348-3832.

Cinema J – Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song
HALLELUJAH: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song is a definitive exploration of singer songwriter Leonard Cohen as seen through the prism of his internationally renowned hymn, “Hallelujah.” This feature-length documentary weaves together three creative strands: The songwriter and his times; the song’s dramatic journey from record label reject to chart-topping hit; and moving testimonies from major recording artists for whom “Hallelujah” has become a personal touchstone.

Cost: $10.00 | $12/at door

At Leisure World – Clubhouse II
3300 N. Leisure World Blvd., Silver Spring, MD 20906

Questions? Contact Frieda or Lindsay at 301-348-3832.

OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL GO…

$160 | 7:30 PM show | Transportation included
COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE.

Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always.

Two bus pickups:
5:15 PM- Leisure World Clubhouse II, 3300 N. Leisure World Blvd, Silver Spring
5:45 PM- Bender JCC, 6125 Montrose Rd., Rockville

Questions? Call 301-348-3832.

A Tribute to Leonard Cohen

Thursday, June 22nd
7:00 PM

Purchase Tickets

Robbie Schaefer Concert Tickets: 2023 Live Tour Dates | BandsintownGoldman Art Gallery | 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852

$25

As a companion event to our film screening (HALLELUJAH: LEONARD COHEN, A JOURNEY, A SONG), singer-songwriter Robbie Schaefer performs the songs of Leonard Cohen, leading us on a journey through his life and music. Enjoy a live performance of some of Cohen’s most celebrated songs while savoring a variety of delicious hors d’oeuvres, sweets and fine wine.

Questions? Call 301-348-3832.

Health & Harvest Fair

Thursday, September 28th
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Coming of Age in Maryland hosts the 2nd Annual Health & Harvest Fair
Cost: FREE & Open to the Public
Location: Bender JCC of Greater Washington | 6125 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852

Enjoy a day of wellness, friends, and fun at the Bender JCC!


Fall is the perfect time of year to prevent ailments and Health and Harvest is packed full of highlights to help you live your healthiest life, including:

• Flu shots and other Vaccinations

• Preventive Health Care Screenings

• Interactive workshops and  demonstrations

• Delicious, healthy food for purchase

• Farmer’s stands selling fall fruit & veggies

• Artisans, MoCo Services, tastings, and more!

• ECC-Sponsored Challah Bake with Bubbe & Zaide (registration required- details to follow. For ECC families only)

• Sign up for a new membership package at Health & Harvest and we will waive the $100 initiation


We’ve packed all these highlights — plus extra bonus giveaways — into four hours (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM), so make a day out of it! You’ll schmooze with new and cherished friends, work out at an exercise workshop, do some shopping, grab a bite, and most importantly, invest in your health.

Health and Harvest is open to the public, and no registration is required!

WANT TO BE A VENDOR AT THIS YEARS EVENT? CONTACT Lindsay Frankel at lfrankel@benderjccgw.org.

For more information, contact Lindsay or Frieda at 301-348-3832 | lfrankel@benderjccgw.org


Sponsorships available- please contact Frieda Enoch to be an event sponsor fenoch@benderjccgw.org