Jazz on the Avenue is a refreshing Friday after-hours gathering for the entire family from 6 - 10 p.m. in the Grand Casino Ballroom on the fourth floor of the Walker Building. The evening’s atmosphere is filled with jazzy sounds and lots of southern style food. Admission is $10 and an additional $10 for the buffet. Please note that JOA has moved from the fourth Friday of the month to the last Friday of the month.

The 2010 artist lineup includes:

Jan. 29 Sounds of Essence
Feb. 26 Mo Betta Jazz (new)
Mar. 26 Jay Majors and Hookup
Apr. 30 Chubby Massey and the All-stars
May 28 Jared Thompson and Premium Blend
Jun. 25 Al Finnell and JazzMasters
Jul. 23 Paradigm
Aug. 27 Toy Factory
Sept. 24 Kenny Phelps & Friends
Oct. 29 Melvin Rhyne & Carol Harris Dance Band
Nov. 26 tbd
No December JOA

Gregg Bacon

Lonnie Lester

Monika Herzig