ModernTribe's Blog: Modern Jewish Life

Purim 2027 begins at sundown on Monday, March 22, with Purim day on Tuesday, March 23. Here's the story of Esther, the four Purim mitzvot, costumes, hamantaschen and how to celebrate with kids.

Tu BiShvat, the Jewish New Year for Trees, begins at sundown on Friday, January 22, 2027. Here's what it means, where it comes from, the seven species, and how to host a Tu BiShvat...

Hanukkah 2026 begins at sundown on Friday, December 4 and ends Saturday, December 12. Here's your guide to the dates, the story, the menorah, dreidel, latkes, gelt and how to celebrate all eight nights.

Discover thoughtful Passover gift ideas for Seder hosts, kids, and families. From festive décor to playful holiday surprises, these gifts bring gratitude and joy to the Passover table.

When is Rosh Hashanah 2027? When does Hanukkah start? Here are the dates for every Jewish holiday in 5787 (2026–2027) and 5788 (2027–2028), plus Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Hanukkah and Passover through 2030.

A traditional seder plate holds six symbolic foods: shank bone, egg, maror, chazeret, charoset and karpas. Here's what each one means, how to arrange the plate, modern additions like the orange, vegan swaps and...