# Thanksgiving-Week No School Day Program (School Out Days) at the Bender JCC

> Program for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Ongoing
- Dates: Mon, Nov 23; Tue, Nov 24
- Where: Bender JCC of Greater Washington, 6125 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852
- Ages: Ages 5–12
- Price: Member $110, non-member $125 per day (Nov 23 page)
- Organizer: Bender JCC of Greater Washington
- Official page: https://community.benderjccgw.org/s/registration?courseSession=School%20Out%20Days%20|%20November%202026
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Full-day supervised care for ages 5–12 on the Monday and Tuesday of Thanksgiving week, with games, arts and crafts, sports and themed activities at the Bender JCC in Rockville. Each day is booked separately; a $5 registration fee holds the spot while staff confirm capacity, and the balance is charged before the day.

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