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New England Elvis Festival
Radisson Hotel, 700 Elm Street
Manchester, NH
Phone: 603-625-1000

September 4-6, 2009

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This inaugural headline show will feature Shawn Klush, crowned in Memphis as the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist. "Aloha from New England" will also feature Pete Paquette doing an opening tribute to Elvis's younger years. The entire show will be backed by the world-famous Change of Habit Tribute Band with the irreplaceable Ronnie Craig acting as Master of Ceremonies. The weekend will also feature a three-day Elvis Tribute Artist Competition. Twenty of the top tribute artists will compete with longer sets and accompanied by more live music. Also, there will be a Sunday morning Gospel Concert, an Elvis Memorabilia Sale, dinner with the Elvis Tribute Artists and more. Information: 518-681-7452



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Blueberry Jamboree
Oak Park, 791 Forest Road
Greenfield, NH
Phone: 603-547-3442

August 1, 2009

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Come celebrate Greenfield’s contribution to American agriculture with its high bush blueberry. Fair includes crafters, vendors, food, livestock, blueberry bake-off, children's games, more. Free admission. Time: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.



Hillsborough Balloon Festival and Fair
Grimes Field, Preston Street
Hillsborough, NH  03244
Phone: 603-464-0377

July 9 – 12, 2009

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Along with the typical thrill rides and games of the carnival midway, the festival also features regional performing artists, including Country and Western vocalist Angela West with her group Showdown. Other popular events include 4x4 truck and tractor pulls, a Mud Bog pull and a 5K road race. Cost: Free. Information: www.balloonfestival.org



SEACOAST    top of listings

American Independence Festival
American Independence Museum, 1 Governor's Lane
Exeter, NH

July 18, 2009

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On July 16, 1776, John Taylor Gilman read the Declaration of Independence to the townspeople of Exeter. At the popular American Independence Festival, join the crowd escorting George Washington down Water Street, listen to the public reading of the Declaration (complete with hecklers), chat with historic role-players, step to the stirring music of the Lincoln Fife and Drum, and delight in the maneuvers and cannon firings of militias. Visit the traditional New Hampshire artisans’ village, view early drafts of the U.S. Constitution and stroll Water Street to see local arts and crafts. Enjoy plenty of food, music, sidewalk sales and children's activities, then stay for the town's evening fireworks and live band. Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $5 for events on museum grounds. Information: www.independencemuseum.org/



Stratham Fair
Stratham Hill Park, Route 33
Stratham, NH
Phone: 603-772-4977

July 23-26, 2009

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Entertainment for all ages, 4-H activities and exhibits, midway rides, music and magic acts, arts and fine crafts, Miss Stratham Fair Pageant, livestock displays, pulling contests, midway, games, pie-eating contest, dance performances, live music Information: www.strathamfair.com/



WHITE MOUNTAINS    top of listings

North Haverhill Fair
Route 10
North Haverhill, NH
Phone: 603-989-3305

July 22-26, 2009

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Live music by Kristy Lee Cook, John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band, Rocking Chairs; guitar hero competition; demolition derby; rodeo, ox, pony and horse pulling; 4x4 truck pull; Robinson's Racing Pigs; Woodsmen's Contest; Fiesta Shows Midway. Admission: Wednesday, $8; Thursday-Sunday, $10; 5-day pass, $40; Senior Day on Wednesday, $5; children age 12 and younger, free; parking is free. Information: www.nohaverhillfair.com/



“The Breath of Life” -- Peterborough
Now through July 12, 2009
Fourth of July Spectacular
-- Gorham, New Hampshire
July 1, 2009 to July 5, 2009
Craft Fair, Fireworks & Parade
-- Greenville
July 3, 2009 to July 4, 2009
Independence Day at the American Independence Museum
-- Exeter, New Hampshire
July 4, 2009
Independence Day Festival with Parade, Fireworks, Live Music
-- Waterville Valley, New Hampshire
July 4, 2009
Village Harmony Concert -- Francestown
July 4, 2009
Independence Day with Parade and Fireworks
-- North Woodstock and Lincoln, New Hampshire
July 4, 2009
Old Home Day on the Fourth of July with Parade, Duck Race, Barbecue, Fireworks
-- Franconia, New Hampshire
July 4, 2009
Fourth of July Party Train with Hobo Railroad
-- Lincoln, New Hampshire
July 4, 2009
Independence Celebration with Fireworks, Ball Games, and Barbecue
-- Pittsburg, New Hampshire
July 4, 2009
Fourth of July
- New Boston, New Hampshire
July 4, 2009
Peterborough Fireworks
-- Peterborough, New Hampshire
July 5, 2009
Muster Day at the American Independence Museum -- Exeter
July 11, 2009
Peter Rockwell Day -- Stockbridge
July 11, 2009
Magician Bill Blagg III -- Concord
July 12, 2009
Circus Smirkus – Wellesley
July 17, 2009 to July 19, 2009
Headliners Comedy Night I -- Concord
July 18, 2009
American Independence Festival -- Exeter
July 18, 2009
“The Pact” -- Concord
July 23, 2009 to July 24, 2009
Yankee Brass Band -- Manchester
July 25, 2009
Garden and Art Tour -- Gilmanton Corners
July 25, 2009
Blues Traveler -- Concord
July 30, 2009
Etta James and The Roots Band -- Portsmouth
August 5, 2009
Jeff Dearborn and the Contoocook Blues Society -- Concord
August 8, 2009
Open Studio Day at The MacDowell Colony -- Peterborough
August 9, 2009
Circus Smirkus – Wilton
August 9, 2009 to August 10, 2009
Peter Lampron and Friends – Concord
August 14, 2009
Festival of Fireworks -- Jaffrey
August 15, 2009
Fire on the Mountain Chili Fest -- Henniker
August 23, 2009
Apple Fest -- Nashua
October 11, 2009
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