Tennessee travel

Tuesday, June 1, 2004 at 12:00am

Tennessee Johnson City

Annual Blue Plum Festival

Fri., June 4-Sat., June 5This free festival features music from Tony Rice and Acoustic Syndicate, a "Moo Off," a 5K run, an ice cream churning competition, art exhibits and a kids' area.

(423) 928-3479

www.blueplum.org

Jackson

Shannon Street Blues & Heritage Festival

Fri., June 4-Sat., June 5

This festival hosts a 5K run, barbecue contest, and entertainment from Magi, Magnificent Imposters, Renee Austin and Michael Burks.

(731) 427-7573

www.downtownjackson.com

Atwood

Atwood Antique Tractor Show

Fri., June 4-Sun., June 6

Antique displays, a flea market and vendors offer interests for all tastes. Anyone who would like to bring an engine, tractor or farm implement is welcome.

(731) 662-4178

Hurricane Mills

Sammy Kershaw Concert

Sat., June 5

The country star performs at the Loretta Lynn Ranch, Tennessee's seventh largest attraction.

(931) 296-7700

www.lorettalynn.com

Soddy-Daisy

National Trails Day Celebration "Trails and Health - a Natural Connection"

Sat., June 5

Dedication ceremony with food, vendor exhibits and music will be held to open new hiking trails in Cumberland Trail State Park. Guided tours available 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

(423) 332-5323

Lenoir City

41st Annual Lenoir City Arts & Crafts Festival

Sat., Jun. 5-Sun., Jun. 6

Make your way through more than 200 arts and crafts booths.

(865) 675-5120

Rogersville

Shakespeare & Friends Renaissance Faire

Sat., Jun. 5-Sun., Jun. 6

Enjoy Shakespeare under the sun as local players perform some of the greatest tales ever written. Fun for entire family including period games and activities, magic, music and food. Admission $8, $6 students and 12 and under free.

(423) 272-3879

www.shakespeareandfriends.org

Pickwick Dam

2004 National Catfish Derby

Sat., Jun. 5-Sat., Jul. 17

A six-week fishing rodeo for the whole family. Named a Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Event.

(731) 689-3800

Waverly

Music on the Square

Sat., Jun. 5-Sat., Aug. 28

Family-oriented event with live bands, dance, children's games, and more. Opening night will feature Steve Jarrells and Sons of the Beach.

(931) 296-9903