Women for Israel Hosts Tu BiShvat Event at Congregation Ohev Shalom

1 min read
Marian Bromberg, Barbara Chasnov, and Ed Bromberg
Marian Bromberg, Barbara Chasnov, and Ed Bromberg

Jewish National Fund-USA’s local chapter of Women for Israel (WFI) recently hosted its Tu-Bishvat event at Congregation Ohev Shalom. Tu-Bishvat, a Jewish holiday that marks the beginning of the agricultural season, has evolved over the years into a celebration of trees and nature.

Debbie Meitin, WFI cochair
Debbie Meitin, WFI cochair
Ilona Sheplan, Carol Albert, and Jackie Hirsch
Ilona Sheplan, Carol Albert, and Jackie Hirsch
Leah Silver, WFI cochair
Leah Silver, WFI cochair
Susan Nager
Susan Nager

Guest speaker Tania Pons Allon, director of the Kasser Joint Institute for Food, Water, and Energy Security, gave a presentation discussing the challenges of advancing sustainable solutions for Israel’s food, water, and energy needs.

Chen Danon-Shames
Chen Danon-Shames
Guest speaker Tania Pons Allon
Guest speaker Tania Pons Allon
David Shames, Debra Hoffen, Becky Dumes, and Wendy Wing
David Shames, Debra Hoffen, Becky Dumes, and Wendy Wing
Cathy Swerdlow
Cathy Swerdlow

After the talk, attendees were invited to visit stations highlighting the seven species of the Holy Land: the agricultural products wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives, and dates. These foods represent the bounty and divine sustenance of Israel, each one symbolizing a different aspect of life, as well as encouraging the importance of nurturing and caring for the environment.