University of Denver students got a little taste of Israeli culture last week on the Driscoll Lawn.

“Israeli Culture Day” offered a small Ben Yehudah Mall, where students could look at and buy items made in Israel. In another area of the lawn, a buffet featuring Israeli food was available.

Students could sample different dishes from Israel for free while walking around the lawn.

There were performances by singers and musicians, including a female soloist who sang an operatic song in Hebrew.

The “Drummer’s Circle,” an interactive event near the stage, was set up so that students could participate with musical instruments. An instructor from the King David’s Peace Drummers Army led chants and rhythms, and students played along. Students who had their own drums were allowed to bring them to the circle. There were also drums available for those who did not own their own.

An Israeli dance troupe performed onstage. Its members also taught dances that the students could do along with the troupe.

A small area was dedicated to Israeli art, some of which was available for sale. The Israeli Culture Day lasted four hours.