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Summer Session Dates
Tuesdays | June 17 – July 29 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $150 / members | $160 / non-members

Modern American Canasta is a fun and exciting card game that involves strategy, teamwork and scoring points by making sets of cards. It’s a great way to socialize and challenge your mind. This winter session class will include the skills, rules, strategies, and special hands to play. Join us for this series of six classes taught by experienced teacher and Canasta player, Michele Heffner.

For more information contact Marcie Blackman at 301-348-3808 or mblackman@benderjccgw.org.

All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Email inclusion@benderjccgw.org  to discuss support and accommodations.

Learn to play pickleball at the Bender JCC.

Tuesdays

Summer Session Dates(Registration Opens: May 27):
Saturday | June 28 – August 23 | 7:15 AM – 8:45 AM | $250/members | $300/public
Skip Date: July 5

Get ready to dive into the world of pickleball with us! Our class is carefully crafted to equip you with a deep understanding of the game’s rules, techniques, and strategies, so you’ll feel right at home on the court in no time. If you’re new to pickleball, we highly recommend starting with our Intro to Pickleball class—a fun and laid-back experience designed to ease any nerves and help you find your footing on the court. During the class, you’ll not only learn the ins and outs of the game, including rules and scoring, but also fundamental skills and tactics to enhance your gameplay. Plus, after class, your instructor will be there to guide you on other pickleball programs to explore and ways to stay actively involved in the pickleball community. Get ready to embark on an exciting pickleball journey with us!

Questions? Contact Paul Macias at pmacias@benderjccgw.org or 301-348-3891.

All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Email inclusion@benderjccgw.org to discuss support and accommodations.

Mondays and Wednesdays

June 30 – July 30 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm | Hybrid Class | $560

Our Intensive Beginners Hebrew Course provides a solid foundation for those new to the language. We begin with the basics, teaching the sounds and usage of all the Hebrew letters and vowels, which are essential for reading, writing, and speaking Hebrew with confidence. This clear and structured approach ensures that students quickly become familiar with the building blocks of the language. Throughout the course, you will learn 200 new words, basic sentence structure, verbs in the present tense, and numbers. Our approach blends language learning with elements of Israeli culture, making each lesson not only educational but also engaging and enjoyable. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills to start communicating in Hebrew, setting the stage for further language development. Join us for a fun and effective learning experience as we introduce you to Hebrew and give you a taste of the vibrant culture behind it!

Questions? Contact Marcie Blackman at 301.348.3808, or email mblackman@benderjccgw.org.

Wednesdays

July 2 – August 6 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Zoom Only | $170

The Advanced Hebrew Summer Course offers a unique opportunity for immersive learning at a high proficiency level. Over the course of six weeks, students will engage deeply with Hebrew through both linguistic practice and emotional, real-world content. The course is conducted entirely in Hebrew, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to language acquisition.

This full-immersion program is centered around discussions of Slikha al HaShe’ela (“You Can’t Ask That”), a docu-reality series that explores various social and political issues within Israeli society. Students will listen firsthand to accounts from reserve soldiers who served in the war, former hostages who returned home, and survivors of the Nova music festival. The series serves as a vehicle to challenge stereotypes and facilitate rich conversations on difficult subjects.

As time permits, the course will also include testimonies from the families of those still held hostage, allowing for a more holistic understanding of the ongoing situation and its implications on both a national and individual level.

Questions? Contact Marcie Blackman at 301.348.3808, or email mblackman@benderjccgw.org.