A sunrise paints the sky and Lake Washington in brilliant colors in this view from Seward Park. Mount Rainier is visible to the right and Mercer Island is to the left.

Shirley Agranoff says a Sabbath blessing at a Friday afternoon service at Kline Galland Home, a cornerstone of the religiously diverse neighborhood.

Paddlers head toward the peninsula of Seward Park, a neighborhood popular with a variety of outdoor enthusiasts.

Nobuko Christensen shows off some of the breads sold at the International Biscuit Co. The bakery makes Kosher goodies according to owner Rosita Yousefian.

Bird watchers Helen Graham and Michael Cohen spend an early weekend morning on the lookout.

Gardener Phil Renfrow stands at the base of a huge old madrona tree in the woods of Seward Park. The tree may be close to 300 years old.

Two cormorants spread their wings near the shore of Lake Washington.

Kay Godefroy and her cat, Homer, spend a peaceful evening together on the deck of Godefroy's Lake Washington Boulevard home.

Works by Geoff Barker are among the many displays at the Seward Park Art Studio.

Potter Pat Colyar finishes a bowl at the Seward Park Art Studio.

At the International Biscuit Co. bakery in Seward Park, Margie Detwiler makes sure the holiday cookies come with a warm greeting.

This rustic sign marks the entrance to Seward Park.