Prizes will be awarded for the most successful costumes. Strolling around the meadow, visitors can meet individuals costumed as other famous Zionists. They'll eagerly offer information about their life and work. Ceramica Judaica will provide the makings for mezuzot and name plaques. The artisans will fire all clay work and mail it when completed for a nominal charge.
Visitors can make necklaces embellished with Hebrew letter beads.
Israel Independence Day would not be complete without Israeli dancing or the Bureau of Jewish Education's annual raffle. Israeli dance teacher Donna Frankel will provide instruction and lead an hour of upbeat dancing. The BJE raffle, which provides funding for a wide range of Jewish learning opportunities for local youth, will send lucky winners to Hawaii, London or Israel. Raffle tickets will be available that day or in advance. A Jewish Family and Children's Services booth will provide information about community and other services for people with disabilities.