Downtown South Bend First Friday

April 7, 2013

After what has seemed like 10 months of winter weather, Downtown South Bend was able to mark April First Friday outdoors. This month’s theme was “Street Performer’s Paradise,” which attracted some colorful personalities to the streets of downtown South Bend.

Downtown South Bend First Friday — Jedediah Wells, of South Bend, reacts as a couple youngsters paint his neck during Downtown South Bend First Friday on Friday, April 5, 2013, along Michigan Street. Wells allowed passing patrons to grab a paintbrush and paint him from head to toe, including his teeth. He referred to himself as a “living piece of graffiti.” (James Brosher/South Bend Tribune)

Downtown South Bend First Friday — Tim Wiegand, of South Bend, concentrates as he juggles fire with a fellow juggler during Downtown South Bend First Friday on Friday, April 5, 2013, along Michigan Street. (James Brosher/South Bend Tribune)

Downtown South Bend First Friday — Julian Alcantar, center, of South Bend, shows a walking art exhibit with help from some friends during Downtown South Bend First Friday on Friday, April 5, 2013, along Michigan Street. (James Brosher/South Bend Tribune)

Downtown South Bend First Friday — Cheryl Seal shows a card trick to passing patrons during Downtown South Bend First Friday on Friday, April 5, 2013, along Michigan Street. (James Brosher/South Bend Tribune)