A free summer music series is launching in Dayton, Tennessee, on Saturday, June 23, at the Rhea County Courthouse, 1475 Market St.
Summer Nights will feature four concerts from regional talent presenting gospel, country, rock and a singer-songwriter showcase, sponsored by the Scopes Festival, according to festival chairman Tom Davis.
Davis says the inspiration for the series grew from a decision by County Executive George Thacker a year ago to enhance the stage on the courthouse grounds, adding a roof and lights.
“The festival committee thought that the improvements the county made just begged for more use than the three or four times it was being used. Over the past several months, we have put together a program we believe will offer something for most musical tastes and give the community another area to enjoy our beautiful courthouse,” says Davis.
Activities at the courthouse will start at 5:30 p.m. each of the next four Saturdays. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets since there is limited seating on-site.