Tu BiShevat, the Jewish New Year for Trees, will be celebrated with a special seder on Sunday, Feb. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation in Albany.

The seder combines a full ritual meal of the many different kinds of fruit, with special attention to the “seven species of the Land of Israel” — wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives and dates — passages from the Bible, and other Jewish literature about trees and fruit.

“Singing, four cups of wine, and participation ensure an evening of fun for all ages,” according to a release from B’nai Sholom, which is located at 420 Whitehall Road.

“Giving thanks for trees and their fruit helps people direct their impulses in a Jewish fashion,” said Rabbi Don Cashman, B’nai Sholom’s spiritual leader since 1985. “Jewish environmentalism has its origin in the Torah, with the institutions of sabbatical and jubilee years, and even with the Sabbath itself. We invite the entire community to join us for an evening of singing and celebration.”

B’nai Sholom has celebrated Tu BiShevat with sedarim (ritual meals) for 34 years. It is one of the congregation’s most popular activities, drawing nearly 100 people annually.

The Tu BiShevat seder is open to all by reservation and pre-payment no later than Feb. 3. The cost is $10 for adults and children age 13 and up and $5 children under age 13 with a $20 maximum per family household.

To make a reservation, or for more information, visit www.bnaishlomalbany.org or contact the B’nai Sholom office by phone at 518-482-5283 or by email at office@bnaisholom.albany.ny.us.