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Jake's Leg at Clayton's Parties in the Park, 7/9/08

An eclectic mix of deadheads and business-types populated Shaw Park in Clayton on Wednesday night. Jake's Leg, a Grateful Dead tribute band, brought out the free spirits who jigged and swayed next to clean-cut business types who may have been called "The Man" or the "Establishment" only a generation ago. These photos capture the diversity.

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By Lyle Whitworth

People still found time to take care of business.

By Lyle Whitworth

Scott Brown had plenty of dance poses.

By Lyle Whitworth

Many friends gathered at Parties In The Park.

By Lyle Whitworth

Ryan Wilhite, Jakes Leg drummer, sets up his equipment prior to Wednesday’s performance in Shaw Park. He has been with the band for three years.

Jake's Leg at Clayton's Parties in the Park, 7/9/08

By Lyle Whitworth

Ed Brungard enjoys the concert by sporting his Grateful Dead shirt, which he purchased in 1972 when they performed at the Fox Theatre. Also shown at right is Jeff Wendling.