February 2025
Tu BiShvat
Tu BiShvat, the Jewish New Year for Trees
Thursday, February 13, is Tu BiShvat, the Jewish New Year for Trees. It is traditional to plant a tree, bush or even a flower at this time. Each year the Men’s Club holds a Tree Drive to plant trees in Israel through the Jewish National Fund (JNF). Everyone is invited to purchase one or more trees for the JNF for $18 per tree to honor the holiday or to honor an individual or event. The return home of more hostages from Gaza is one good reason.
To purchase and plant a tree 1) download and complete a JNF form from our Temple website or email Irv Joffee for a form; 2) write a check to JNF for the required amount ($18 per tree); and send the check and completed form to: Jewish National Fund, 78 Randall Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570.