Israel supporters came out in droves to the home of the New England Patriots on Sunday to participate in the revamped New England Celebrates Israel event. Held at the Dana-Farber Field House at Gillette Stadium, the event – known formerly as Boston Celebrates Israel – was an all-day bazaar, showcasing the best of what both the Jewish state and the local Jewish community have to offer.

Presented by Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston and Gillette Stadium, the event kicked off at 1 p.m. And while an early rainstorm dampened many attendees on their way from the security tent to the indoor facility, the mood inside the complex was festive.

“I’ve been in this field house many times,” said Myra Kraft, chairwoman of the board at CJP, “and I can honestly say that I’ve never seen … a better example of a community – or a team – coming together for a purpose.”

The Dana-Farber Field House, the Patriots’ practice facility, was donated for use at the event by Pats owner Robert Kraft, who – along with his wife, Myra – welcomed the crowd of more than 9,000 from the main stage...