Ten things you didn’t know about Tu B’Shevat feature Ten things you didn’t know about Tu B’Shevat From almond trees and veganism to ancient languages and Middle Ages sources, Tu B’Shevat is one fascinating festival. By Naama Barak (January 24, 2021 / Israel21C) With the recent New Year’s Eve being a rather underwhelming event courtesy of COVID-19, it’s a good thing that there’s another one just around the corner: Tu B’Shevat, the Jewish “New Year of the Trees,” celebrated on Jan. 28 this year. The festival is one of the lesser-known ones on the Jewish calendar, tucked in between the more famous Hannukah and Purim. Nonetheless, it’s pretty cool and also very easy to celebrate, even in accordance with health regulations.