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

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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/

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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/