In fact, an alpha particle really is a nucleus-it's the same as the nucleus of a common atom of helium-but it doesn't have any electrons around it, and it's traveling very fast. Alpha particles are a type of ionizing radiation. To describe the production of alpha particles, we have to define radioactive decay.
Kingsburg Swedish Festival, which is the biggest and most known festivals that bring people in from all over the country, is held annually during the third weekend in May. Activities include a Swedish pancake breakfast, a parade and the coronation of the Swedish Festival Queen.
The festival is put on by community volunteers to benefit the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, Sevier County Arts Council, and the Gatlinburg Boys & Girls Club. Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair - October 10-27. The Gatlinburg Craftsmen's Fair is held twice a year in the summer and fall.