Jewish Ledger
CHAG HA’ILANOT – FESTIVAL OF THE TREES
By Naama Barak
Tu B’Shvat, also known as the Jewish New Year of the Trees (some think of it as the Jewish Earth Day!), begins this year on the evening of Wednesday, Jan. 27 and end the evening of Jan. 28.
The festival is one of the lesser-known ones on the Jewish calendar, tucked in between the more popular Chanukah and Purim. Nonetheless, it’s pretty cool and also very easy to celebrate – even in accordance with health regulations.
Here are 10 fabulous facts about Tu B’Shvat to get into the holiday spirit, best enjoyed while nibbling on some dried fruit (more on that below).