Celebrate Tu B’Av, the ‘Jewish Valentine’s Day’
All Are Invited For “Lunch and Love”

Be sure to join us as we celebrate the holiday of Tu B’Av, the Jewish Valentine’s Day, with lunch and a program titled, of course, “Lunch and Love.” It all happens on Wednesday, August 2, at noon, in the community room. It’s going to be a love-ly event.

Sisterhood president Adrianne Greenberg is planning a menu to complement the “Love and Lunch” theme. Those attending are invited to bring stories, poems, photos and tokens that symbolize what love means to them. Rabbi Gadi will offer asides on the history of the holiday through the ages, when women danced in white dresses. Maybe we should…
As with many Jewish traditions, the roots of Tu B’Av are ancient, but beautifully adaptable to modern times. The Hebrew calendar, which is based on the lunar cycle, places the holiday of Tu B’Av on the 15th day of the Jewish month of Av, when the moon is full. Many ancient cultures believed that a full moon gives off positive vibes for love and romance. Tracing the holiday’s roots, Jewish historians have found mentions in texts from the Second Temple period, which lasted from 530 BCE until 70 CE. The holiday was once referenced as “the Second Temple period version of a singles mixer.”
Fun time ahead. There is no charge to attend, but voluntary contributions will be accepted and appreciated.