Street scene at Jazz Walk

The North City Jazz Walk was held on Tuesday evening, August 13, 2013 on 15th NE in North City in Shoreline. The street was blocked to traffic, allowing vendors and pedestrians to line the streets, and outdoor music venues to lure all ages.

Solomon Douglas' Swingtet
in front of Phoenix Art Restoration
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Solomon Douglas with that nice dance floor was a magnet for toddlers, as they learned early to appreciate jazz. Later in the evening, couples swing danced.

Colin Young played the octopus piano
Photo by Jerry Pickard

What's a Shoreline event without a painted piano? This one was a favorite, held over from last year. Colin Young wowed the crowd as one of the volunteer musicians.

Todd Bailey of Krispy Kreme
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Krispy Kreme donut holes were very popular. The corporation is planning to add soft-serve ice cream to its offerings and handed out coupon books. The wheel on the left was a prize wheel.

The interior of the Krispy Kreme bus
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

Taking a break
Photo by Steven H. Robinson

When there are no cars, the curb is a good place to take a break, as this family did.

Eagles sold pretzels and popcorn on the street
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Suzie takes orders at Leena's Restaurant
Greek food on the street
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Rain City Rotary ran the outdoor Beer Garden
Photo by Jerry Pickard

Food inside the venues, food on the street. Music everywhere. Every one of the ten music venues a different kind of experience. Three outdoor stages. A sell-out crowd. I think they'll be doing this all again next year.