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New FEATURED CLASSES

What Were The Words of God? Tuesday, November 19th - 1:15 - 2:15 PM
Canasta Tuesday, December 3rd - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

What Were The Words of God?

Tuesday, November 19th
1:15 - 2:15 PM

Join the JCC Men’s Club for a special talk by Donald Kane. Does the Hebrew Bible contain the immutable words of God? Did the prophets speak the words of God? Might there be older versions of our sacred writings that we can point to that add or subtract from the text or, in some cases, demonstrate different theological meanings?

This illustrated lecture will highlight differences between what is called the “Masoretic” Bible Jews use today, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible known as the Septuagint, sacred texts among the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Pentateuch used by Israel’s Samaritans.

The presentation will also put into context how our ancestors apprehended the sacred writings that were pluriform in their time. Donald will also examine the role scribes played in reproducing, harmonizing, and changing these texts. All are welcome.

Program can also be accessed on Zoom.

For more information, contact Jay Doniger at jndoniger@gmail.com or 301-442-8690.

Canasta

Tuesday, December 3rd
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Choose from two options:

Tuesdays | December 3 – January 7 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $150 / members | $160 / non-members
Tuesdays | December 3 – January 7 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM | $150 / members | $160 / non-members
Skip Dates: November 5

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. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.