Shavuot 2010 Begins at Sundown on May 18

Shavuot 2010: Alternative Observances Shavuot begins at sundown on May 18. Shavuot is a major Jewish holiday, but gets eclipsed by Hannukah, which is itself relatively minor. Let's face it: most western Jews don't...

Pine Trees Know When It’s Easter

Ever noticed the Pine tree crosses on Easter Sunday? Pine trees start their new growth in the weeks before Easter. If you look at the tops of the Pine trees two weeks before, you’ll see the yellow shoots. As the days get close to Easter Sunday, the tallest shoot will...

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