Tate Street came alive on Saturday, Sept.28 when musicians, artists, and families got together for the annual street festival. The street was lined with vendors selling original art, vintage clothing, food and passing out information on various political and social events. The street was closed on both ends. People danced in front of the stage to music varying from jazz to acoustic indie pop. Bands that performed were the Jason and Jillian Band, the UNCG jazz ensemble, Memphis, and Martha and the Mood Swingers. A group called Mystic Bala Fon Ensemble performed African Djembe and Voodoo music accompanied by African dance involving stilts and fire eating. Sun and Moon Dojo demonstrated martial arts concentrating on defense moves.

The event emphasized family. Toys and sidewalk chalk were available to children. A handful of Guilford College students mingled with the community of Greensboro and other students. Guilford senior Marcelo Tabor, said, “I’ve been to much bigger streets filled with many more people, yet this is still very exciting.”

Sara B. Dorsey, a local photographer who was selling her art, said, “I love the neighborhood thing. I love when people are all walking around the street. When music, people, and art come together, it’s like a celebration and it puts everyone in a good mood.”

There were also student vendors selling products. Full-time GTCC student Lena May was selling a variety of original jewelry and noticed that most of her customers were students.

Overall, the sunny day was perfect for a festival of community gathering. Local musician and legend Electro said, “Yoski. This is like a little walk in the park.