The Mother Lode Jewish Community is celebrating Tu B'Shvat (Jewish Arbor Day) on Sunday, February 12th, 2017. Tu B'Shvat, also known as the “New Year for Trees” is considered the Jewish Arbor Day. Here, in our Mother Lode communities, we are surrounded by nature’s bounty and celebrate this uniquely Jewish holiday mindful that we are stewards of the earth and its produce. Rabbi Andra Greenwald will conduct a Seder service, then those gathered will enjoy a potluck meal and plant a few trees.This will be an informal, festive gathering, taking place at a member’s home in the Bar XX area (just west of Angel’s Camp). The Seder is scheduled for 11 am followed by lunch at noon and tree planting at 1 p.m. For more information or to register, call 209-533-1650, email motherlodejc@yahoo.com or check out our website at MotherLodeJewishCommunity.org. There is no charge for this event.
Following on the heels of this celebration will be a Hamentashen Baking gathering and a Purim Party in early March, with a Passover Seder scheduled for Tuesday, April 11th in Sonora. The MLJC’s mission is to provide opportunities and events that nurture a vibrant and enduring Jewish identity, culture and community in the Mother Lode, drawing its members from Amador, Calaveras, Mariposa and Tuolumne counties. New members and guests are welcome.
