Programs

The Bender JCC is pleased to once again offer U.S. Citizenship classes. The 10-week session will be held once a week in person at the Bender JCC.

Escape the noise and join us for an intimate evening dedicated to great music and community engagement. Grab a cup, savor delicious treats, find a seat, and truly connect with our local and national guest artists. Featuring a vibrant blend of live acoustic music, diverse genres, and the occasional stand-up comic, we promise a night of connection and laughter—because, as they say, laughter is the best medicine.

Writer’s Cafe Open: Join Our Writers’ Group and Unleash Your Creativity!

Bel Cantanti, an opera company, under the direction of Dr. Katerina Souvorova, was formed in 2003 with the express purpose of giving performance opportunities to local, operatic talent.

Baltimore-based Mount Vernon Virtuosi is an innovative chamber orchestra of exceptional young musicians who are in transition from their studies to a professional career.

For more than five decades, the Polinger Artists of Excellence Series has brought world‑class musicians to the Bender JCC. Polinger VIP subscribers enjoy can’t‑miss classical concerts, priority access, exclusive experiences, special savings, and a season‑ticket subscription that helps sustain the JCC’s artistic programming.

Enjoy literary experiences from summer book clubs to author talks.