California Historical Radio Society

Stereorama
2026-04-12 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
CHRS has a bunch of gorgeous Mid Century Modern consoles that need new homes. These sets are soooo cooool! They are restored, upgraded with bluetooth and ready to play in your home, for many years. These magnificent sets look beautiful and sound incredible! All have AM & FM bands. Some also have shortwave bands. They all have working record players and some also have tape recorders. Equipped with bluetooth, it’s so easy to listen to your own music through these wonderful 60+ year old antiques. And boy, are these beauties easy on the eyes! Fine woods and some finished like glass. So don’t miss this one time sale. And tell your Mid Century Modern loving friends to come buy and take a set home. For what they are and what they cost new, these working relics are very reasonably priced. And all proceeds benefit the California Historical Radio Society and our Programs. See you this coming Sunday for STEREORAMA.

List of available consoles:
1: 1953 Grundig 9040W. Very elegant, large unit in dark cabinet. I am, fm, all shortwave bands, mechanically functioning record player that needs a new cartridge. Fully electrically overhauled. Comes with bluetooth. Amazing sound with four speakers
2: mid 50’s Grundig with sliding front doors. Perfect finish. AM FM with all shortwave bands, fully electrically overhauled including refurbished record player. Comes with Bluetooth receiver. ( This is the perfect one that I did last week)
3: Smaller mid 50’s Grundig console with top facing turntable. I am BEN FM, electrically overhauled with mechanically turned up record player. Comes with Bluetooth receiver
4: late 40’s, early 50’s custom high Fidelity system in beautiful tiger Maple veneer. Comes with 15 in companion speaker. Craftsman tuner and amplifier. JBL 15″woofer. Absolutely beautiful piece of furniture and example of exquisite craftsmanship.
5: very small silvertone console in American provincial styling. Record player with AM/FM. Very lightweight that will be the special of the day
6: Small Blaupunkt consollete with fold out front. AM FM with electrically overhauled electronics and record player. Comes with Bluetooth receiver.
7: large mid-50s Grundig stereo console that has been electrically overhauled with record player, functioning real-to-reel type player, storage compartment stereo microphones, the works. Beast of the system that has it all.
8: mid-50s Kuba in dark mahogany finish. Medium sized unit with front sliding doors, AM/FM and refurbished electronics and record player. Comes with Bluetooth receiver. Beautiful glossy piano finish
9: Lastly there’s a handyman special. Small Grundig with lovely Danish modern cabinet with electronics that needs some work. Can be yours for cheap so make sure and inquire within

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KPFA 77th Anniversary & Documentary Screening ‘KPFA ON THE AIR’ + After Party at CHRS
2026-04-18 14:00 - 20:00 | Alameda Theatre & Cineplex, 2317 Central Ave, Alameda, 94501, United States
Book now for an unforgettable afternoon celebrating 77 years of KPFA Radio!
Join us in the Alameda Historic Theatre (2317 Central Ave, Alameda) at 2 PM for the screening, followed by a Q&A with the KPFA talent which will be hosted by Vylma V of Women’s Magazine at 3 PM.
All ticket holders are then invited to join an exclusive AFTER PARTY at the California Historical Radio Society (2152 Central Ave, Alameda, CA) from 4 PM to 8 PM including KPFA DJs Mike Biggz and Davey D.
Tickets are for sale via the button below and are $25 for Donor/LUX seats and $20 for Patron/STANDARD seats online. Student tickets at $10 also available on the day at the box office.
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Swap Meet
2026-05-09 08:00 - 11:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Join us at CHRS for our May swap meet and surplus sale.
Bring your electronics items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale.
Setup begins at 8:00 AM and sales open at 9:00 AM.

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CHRS May Guest Speakers Event - Radio Engineers
2026-05-09 15:00 - 17:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
"FROM THE OTHER SIDE OF THE GLASS"... RADIO ENGINEERS SPEAK

CHRS hosted an engineering panel discussion way back in our KRE days. Now it’s time again to feature the stories from the people we never hear on the air. But without them there would be nothing on the air. So, we will present, “From The Other Side Of The Glass” featuring four engineers from your favorite Bay Area radio stations. Three are members of the Bay Area Radio Hall Of Fame. They are full of stories about our favorite stations and favorite on air personalities. We present our distinguished panel and some of the stations where they worked:
Come meet these important members of the radio broadcasting community and get the ‘goods’ from the guys who were there… in the days when sometimes unusual things happened during live broadcasts. Terry Lloyd Career Started in 1956 KSFO – KLOK – KEEN Chuck Waltman BARHOF Class of 2020
Career Started in 1968 KMEL – KIOI – KNEW – KSFO – KYA – KSOL – KABL Dan Ethen BARHOF Class of 2020
Career Started in 1960 KLOK – KPFA – KFRC – KNBR – KSRO Bill Ruck BARHOF Class of 2014
Career Started in 1972 KUSF – KJAZ – KALW – KNBR – KFOG – KSAN – KTCT
Schedule

3 PM – Arrival, Meet & Greet & Seating
3:30 PM – Panel Discussion Begins
5 PM – Audience Questions

Register Tickets are $10 for non-members and free for members. Please select and checkout based on your membership status below. There will be no physical tickets to the event.

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Sound Bites- Then & Now
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
What’s inside? Radio Vs. iPhone
In May’s Sound Bites, kids will become technology detectives as they explore what’s inside the devices we use to communicate. Participants will get a close look at a dissected vintage radio and a dissected iPhone, comparing the parts and pieces that make each one work.
Through guided discussion and hands-on observation, kids will learn how radios from the past used components like tubes, coils, and speakers to receive sound from the air, while modern smartphones use tiny microchips, circuit boards, and digital technology to do the same things.
This fun activity helps kids see how communication technology has evolved over time while discovering the surprising similarities between old and new inventions. Designed for curious minds ages 5–15, this Sound Bites event is perfect for anyone who wonders what’s inside and to learn how the technologies work!
Sound Bites is designed for kids and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Please plan to stay and participate alongside your child during the event!

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2026 CHRS TV Day
2026-05-23 10:00 - 15:00
📺 Calling All TV Enthusiasts! 🎥
Mark your calendars for May 23, 2026 10:00 AM and join us for a day of fascinating presentations, vintage television history, and great company!
As usual, this will be a morning and afternoon event, including lunch.
This event is free of charge (except a small donation for lunch) and open to anyone interested (you don’t have to be a CHRS member). In recent years, we’ve had a few visitors who have traveled some distance from Southern California and Nevada to join us. We welcome visitors from anywhere!
This is shaping up to be a fantastic gathering—don’t miss it!
10:00 AM – Welcome and News

10:15 AM – Introductions

10:45 AM – Demo of Brian Cass’s prewar Andrea 1F5 TV receiver

11:00 AM – Presentation: Development and Early Days of the Laser-Optical Videodisc (Chris Musselman)

11:45 AM – Presentation: The Kuba Komet (1957): The Ultimate Flamboyant Cabinet and a Nice Example of German TV Circuitry (Tom Albrecht)

12:30 PM – Lunch

1:15 PM – Presentation: Highlights of a Lifetime TV Collection (Richard Dean)

2:00 PM – Presentation: The Challenges of TV Camera Collecting (Kevin Hempson)

2:45 PM – Presentation: Single Tube Color TV Cameras (John Staples)

3:30 PM – END
Please RSVP so we can plan for lunch, room for enough chairs, etc.
RSVP to Tom at ctalbrecht@yahoo.com

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AES Member Event: Vintage Radio Workshop
2026-06-06 10:00 - 13:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
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Broadcasting and Podcasting Summer Camp 2026
2026-06-15 09:00 - 2026-06-19 15:00
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About the Camp
Join us for an incredible week at the CHRS Broadcasting & Podcasting Camp! This unique program offers students the chance to learn from seasoned industry professionals. Collaborate with peers to create and produce content using professional and vintage recording equipment. Develop your skills in crafting engaging segments tailored to specific audiences and distribution platforms.
Scholarship opportunities are available. To find out more click here.
Dates: June 15 – 19
Time: 9 AM to 3 PM
Grades: 6th-10th
Location: Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave, Alameda, CA
Price: $625
Application Deadline: June 8, 2026
Program Highlights

Introduction to professional broadcasting skills applicable both within and beyond the radio and TV industries.
Explore the world of modern podcasting. Learn to write, record, distribute, and market your podcast while developing a unique voice in a crowded field.
Work as a team to produce a podcast show, complete with music and segments. Gain hands-on experience in collaborative production.
Discover effective marketing and distribution strategies to grow and engage your audience.

Key Learning Outcomes

Understand the similarities and differences between radio and podcasting.
Gain practical experience in planning, recording, and editing audio content.
Develop teamwork, communication, and storytelling skills.
Produce and present a completed podcast episode.

Why Attend?
Exclusive Program: Produced and presented by the California Historical Radio Society for one week only.
Limited Spots: Ensure personalized attention and a quality experience.
For Grades 6 -10: Perfect for aspiring podcasters, producers, and storytellers.
About the Instructors
Dana Jae is an experienced audio professional and educator with decades of hands-on work in recording, live sound, film, and post-production, and has taught in the Broadcast Electronic Media Arts department at City College of San Francisco since 2001. Her experience includes engineering live events and tours, running recording and post-production studios, and producing audio for music and visual media. She also has taught workshops focusing on both the technical and creative aspects of audio storytelling.

Teri Ferrell is a Digital Media Consultant and Audio Producer. Project manager for digital media productions, skilled in asset management, creating online educational media, and producing projects across many disciplines. Hightly adept with a variety of media applications such as Pro Tools, Logic, and Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Premiere, Photoshop, Audition, etc.). Former faculty in the Broadcast Electronic Media Arts department at City College of San Francisco, teaching digital content creation, including audio and video of the web, and digital portfolio classes. RegisterView all camps

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Sound Bites Event- Morse Code
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Dots and dashes come to life at CHRS! Join us for a fun, hands-on activity where young visitors will learn the basics of Morse code, which is one of the earliest forms of electronic communication, and put that knowledge to work by creating a personalized Morse code keychain using beads.
This drop-in workshop is designed especially for kids and teens and blends history, creativity, and simple problem-solving in an engaging, age-appropriate way. No prior experience is needed, and participants can stop by anytime during the two-hour window.
Come explore, create, and take home a coded keepsake!
Sound Bites is designed for kids and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Please plan to stay and participate alongside your child during the event!

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June Speaking Event
2026-06-20 14:00 - 16:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Stories from Don Sainte-Johnn
Join the California Historical Radio Society for a special afternoon with Bay Area radio personality and author Don Sainte-Johnn as he shares stories, memories, and behind-the-scenes insights from the world of legendary Bay Area broadcasting.
Drawing from his experiences in radio and his recently published book, Don will explore the history and culture of stations like KFRC and the personalities who helped shape the sound of radio in the Bay Area. The presentation will feature a slideshow of historic photographs, memorabilia, and radio artifacts that bring this remarkable era of broadcasting to life.
The afternoon will begin with a casual meet-and-greet with light refreshments, followed by Don’s presentation and an audience Q&A session. Copies of Don’s book will also be available for purchase and signing following the talk.

Author Bio
Don Sainte-Johnn is a former KFRC air personality and veteran of the Top 40 radio era whose career spans major markets including San Francisco, Sacramento, San Diego, St. Louis, Modesto, and Yuma. He spent 13 years with iHeart Sacramento in broadcast roles across the region.
Best known for his time at KFRC during its hit-making heyday, he was part of a generation of broadcasters who helped define personality-driven radio and shape the sound of an era.
He is the author of San Francisco’s Last Top 40 Disc Jockey, a memoir that blends behind-the-scenes radio stories, cultural history, and personal reflection from inside one of America’s most iconic formats.
Today, he speaks, teaches, writes, and consults on broadcasting, media, and storytelling. He is a member of the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame. Register Tickets are $10 for non-members and free for members. Please select and checkout based on your membership status below. There will be no physical tickets to the event.

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Radio Day by the Bay- Live! In Alameda 2026
2026-07-18 08:00 - 16:00
Radio Day By the Bay - Live! 2026 Join us on July 18 at the California Historical Radio Society’s Radio Central in Alameda for our annual festival and celebration of radio and wireless communication. Auction WebsiteRemote Bid FormAuction Catalog PDF Play it back! Radio Day By The Bay 2025Auction Website More from Radio Day 2025! The Program Hosted by Terry McGovern and Holly Quan.
This exciting all-day celebration features live entertainment, unique experiences, and fun for all ages.
LIVE performances include: Don Neely’s Rhythm Aces (Hot Jazz of the Roaring Twenties) Top Shelf Classics (performing Motown and classic hits) Live Radio Play: The Thin Man — The Goofy Groom School of Rock Show Band DJs from leading Bay area stations
UNIQUE experiences through the day:

FREE museum tours all day
Vintage radio auction featuring top selections from the CHRS collection
Curated exhibits from radio and broadcasting experts, plus community partners
W6CF live ham radio operation
Surplus equipment sale
Museum store featuring refurbished vintage radios for purchase
Food trucks and a cash bar

Are you a vendor or non-profit interested in hosting a booth at Radio Day? Learn more.

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Amateur Radio License Exam
2026-07-25 10:00 - 13:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
CHRS is hosting our first amateur radio licensing exam. In order to sign up or to find out more information, please use the QR code above or email goto@eecs.berkeley.edu.
After you pass your exam, come check out the CHRS amateur radio station W6CF and make your first contacts!

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Electronics & Wireless Communications Summer Camp 2026
2026-07-27 09:00 - 2026-07-31 15:00
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About the Camp
Dive into the exciting world of electronics, radios, and wireless communications at our CHRS Summer Camp! This hands-on program is designed for students in grades 6-10 to explore the fundamentals of these technologies through engaging activities and projects. Learn from experienced professionals and gain practical skills that will spark your curiosity and creativity.
Scholarship opportunities are available. To find out more click here.
Dates: July 27 – 31
Time: 9 AM to 3 PM
Grades: 6th-10th
Location: Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave, Alameda, CA
Price: $675
Application Deadline: July 10
Program Highlights

Introduction to Electronics – Understand basic electronic components and circuits. Build simple projects to see how electronics work in everyday devices.
Radio Fundamentals – Learn the history and science behind radio technology. Experiment with building and tuning your own radio receiver.
Wireless Communications – Discover how wireless communication works. Explore different types of wireless technologies and their applications.
Safety- Learn safety fundamentals to safely use a soldering iron and build projects.
Hands-On Projects – Collaborate with peers to design and build wireless communication projects. Apply your knowledge to create something unique and functional.
Showcase & Presentation – Present your projects to family and friends. Demonstrate what you’ve learned and celebrate your achievements

Why Attend?
Exclusive Program: Offered by the California Historical Radio Society for one week only.
Limited Spots: Ensure personalized attention and a quality experience.
For Grades 6 -10: Perfect for budding engineers, tech enthusiasts, and curious minds.
About the Instructor
Camp instruction will be led by experienced industry professionals, ensuring students learn authentic skills and insider knowledge. RegisterView all camps

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Swap Meet and Surplus Sale
2026-08-01 08:00 - 11:30 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Join us at CHRS for our August swap meet and surplus sale.
Bring your electronics items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale.
Setup begins at 8:00 AM and sales open at 9:00 AM.

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Sounds Bites- Radio Kits
2026-08-15 10:00 - 12:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Get ready to tune in and turn on your curiosity! In this month’s Sound Bites, participants will build their very own working radio.
With guidance from our instructors, kids will explore the basics of how radios work while assembling a hands-on kit they can take home. Along the way, they’ll discover how invisible radio waves carry sound through the air and power the technology we use every day.
This is a guided, start-to-finish activity, perfect for curious minds who love to build, tinker, and learn by doing. By the end of the session, each participant will have a functioning radio—and a deeper understanding of the science behind it.
Recommended for ages 8 and up.
A suggested donation of $20 helps cover the cost of materials.
Please note: Advance registration is required, as kits are limited. Participants must arrive promptly at 10:00 AM and attend with a grown-up, who should plan to stay and participate throughout the activity.

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August Speaking Event
2026-08-15 13:30 - 15:30 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
An Afternoon with Lee Hammer Join the California Historical Radio Society for an afternoon with Lee Hammer. Over the 25 years Lee spent with the San Francisco cluster of stations owned by Susquehanna and then Cumulus, Lee’s portfolio included roles as Program Director at KNBR, KGO, and KSFO while continuing to be directly involved in sports broadcasts (notably the San Francisco Giants) produced by those stations.
With his 44 year career in radio, and the last 25 in sports at KNBR, Lee has a presentation highlighting the great sports announcers, and great sports moments that we have experienced here in the Bay Area over the last 50 years or so. This event will involve a presentation in which Lee plays some of the greatest highlights from the likes of Lon Simmons, Bill King, Duane Kuiper, Jon Miller, Joe Starkey, Greg Papa, Ted Robinson, Don Klein and other greats! Register Tickets are $10 for non-members and free for members. Please select and checkout based on your membership status below. There will be no physical tickets to the event.

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KGO Employee/Paleo Lunch
2026-08-29 13:00 - 17:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States

Sound Bites Event- Broadcasting and Podcasting
2026-09-12 10:00 - 12:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
The September Sound Bites event will focus on podcasting and radio presenting. Come record yourself talking into a microphone! This drop-in workshop is designed especially for kids and teens. No prior experience is needed, and participants can stop by anytime during the two-hour window. You will be notified when/ if your PSA will air.
This event is part of the CHRS initiative focused on offering monthly hands-on experiences for younger audiences, introducing them to the history of communication through interactive learning and making.

Sound Bites is designed for kids and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Please plan to stay and participate alongside your child during the event!

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September Speaking Event
2026-09-12 14:00 - 16:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
To be announced! More details to come. Register Tickets are $10 for non-members and free for members. Please select and checkout based on your membership status below. There will be no physical tickets to the event.

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CHRS at Maker Faire Bay Area!
2026-09-25 10:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
CHRS will be exhibiting at the Bay Area Maker Faire this September. Stay tuned for more information and make sure to mark your calendar for:
Friday 10-3
Saturday 10-5
Sunday 10-5
We will need many volunteers for this event, so reach out the Kim Brickman to find out how you can help.

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Girl Scouts Junior Detective Badge Workshop
2026-10-03 10:00 - 11:30 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Earn your Junior Detective Badge at CHRS!
Juniors will learn how detectives and investigators use coded communication by exploring the history of Morse code and creating a custom beaded bracelet or keychain that spells out a secret message in dots and dashes. This hands-on activity strengthens observation, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills while introducing participants to one of history’s earliest wireless communication systems. Juniors will earn and receive the Detective badge in this workshop. For more information or questions contact: Michael Toedman, Director, Marketing & Partnerships, CHRS & BARHOF, the organizer for this event.
For any council-related questions please contact Brenda Gabel, Senior Director, STEAM Partnerships & Development at partners@gsnorcal.org. These events are exclusive for Girl Scouts of Northern CA youth members. View Junior Badge Workshops

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Girl Scouts Cadette Public Speaker Badge Workshop
2026-10-03 13:00 - 15:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Earn the Cadette Public Speaker Badge at CHRS!
Cadettes will bring stories to life by creating and performing a radio play, using voice, expression, and stage presence to captivate an audience. This workshop will help Cadettes to strengthen vocal projection, body language, presentation confidence, and storytelling skills as they rehearse, refine, and perform their finished production. Cadettes will earn and receive the Public Speaker badge in this workshop. For more information or questions contact: Michael Toedman, Director, Marketing & Partnerships, CHRS & BARHOF, the organizer for this event.
For any council-related questions please contact Brenda Gabel, Senior Director, STEAM Partnerships & Development at partners@gsnorcal.org. These events are exclusive for Girl Scouts of Northern CA youth members. View all Cadette Badge Workshops

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Tribute to Fred Astaire
2026-10-18 17:00 - 19:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Join Robert Strom and CHRS for a special musical tribute to Fred Astaire on Sunday, October 18 at 5:00 PM. This two-act performance celebrates the timeless music introduced by Astaire through twenty classic songs performed live by an exceptional quartet featuring Robert Strom (vocals), Victor Alvarado (piano), Logan Rasmusson (bass), and Jeziel “JR” Rosales (drums). From beloved standards to memorable melodies of Hollywood’s golden age, audiences will enjoy an evening of sophisticated jazz and song honoring one of America’s most iconic entertainers. Please note: this performance is a musical tribute and does not include dancing. Get Tickets

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Sound Bites Event- Then and Now
2026-10-24 10:00 - 12:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Telephones then and now.
In October’s Sound Bites, kids will become technology detectives as they explore the evolution of the devices we use to communicate. Participants will get to learn about each type of phone (candle stick, rotary, push button, cell phone), practice dialing, then make a phone call in a phone booth from 1900.
This fun activity helps kids see how communication technology has evolved over time while discovering the surprising similarities between old and new inventions. Designed for curious minds ages 5–15, this Sound Bites event is perfect for anyone!
Sound Bites is designed for kids and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Please plan to stay and participate alongside your child during the event!

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Girl Scouts Daisy Craft and Tinker Badge Workshop
2026-11-07 10:00 - 11:30 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Earn your Daisy Craft and Tinker Badge at CHRS!
Daisies will transform authentic vintage vacuum tubes into whimsical snowmen, bees, or other decorative creations in this hands-on craft workshop that blends art with technology history. As girls paint, design, and assemble their projects, they’ll learn how vacuum tubes once powered early radios and electronics while exploring creativity, craftsmanship, and upcycling through a unique STEAM-inspired activity. Daisies will earn and receive the Craft and Tinker badge in this workshop. For more information or questions contact: Michael Toedman, Director, Marketing & Partnerships, CHRS & BARHOF, the organizer for this event.
For any council-related questions please contact Brenda Gabel, Senior Director, STEAM Partnerships & Development at partners@gsnorcal.org. These events are exclusive for Girl Scouts of Northern CA youth members. View all Daisy Badge Workshops

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Girl Scouts Brownie Craft and Tinker Badge Workshop
2026-11-07 13:00 - 14:30 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Earn your Brownie Craft and Tinker Badge at CHRS!
Brownies will transform authentic vintage vacuum tubes into whimsical snowmen, bees, or other decorative creations in this hands-on craft workshop that blends art with technology history. As girls paint, design, and assemble their projects, they’ll learn how vacuum tubes once powered early radios and electronics while exploring creativity, craftsmanship, and upcycling through a unique STEAM-inspired activity. Brownies will earn and receive the Craft and Tinker badge in this workshop. For more information or questions contact: Michael Toedman, Director, Marketing & Partnerships, CHRS & BARHOF, the organizer for this event.
For any council-related questions please contact Brenda Gabel, Senior Director, STEAM Partnerships & Development at partners@gsnorcal.org. These events are exclusive for Girl Scouts of Northern CA youth members. View all Brownie Badge Workshops

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Girl Scouts Junior Craft and Tinker Badge Workshop
2026-11-07 15:00 - 17:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Earn your Junior Craft and Tinker Badge at CHRS!
Juniors will build their very own working radio while exploring how radio waves carry sound through the air and power the technology we use every day. This hands-on workshop invites girls to create, tinker, and experiment as they assemble a take-home radio kit. Girls will leave with both a functioning radio and a deeper understanding of the science and engineering behind it. Juniors will earn and receive the Craft and Tinker badge in this workshop. For more information or questions contact: Michael Toedman, Director, Marketing & Partnerships, CHRS & BARHOF, the organizer for this event.
For any council-related questions please contact Brenda Gabel, Senior Director, STEAM Partnerships & Development at partners@gsnorcal.org. These events are exclusive for Girl Scouts of Northern CA youth members. View Junior Badge Workshops

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November Speaking Event
2026-11-14 18:30 - 20:30 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
An evening with...to be announced! More details to come. Register Tickets are $10 for non-members and free for members. Please select and checkout based on your membership status below. There will be no physical tickets to the event.

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Sounds Bites Event- Vacuum Tube Craft
2026-11-21 10:00 - 12:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Vacuum Tube Crafting
Get creative while learning a little bit of technology history! Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where children will discover what vacuum tubes are, how they helped power early radios and electronics, and why they were such an important part of communication history.
After a short introduction, participants will transform real vacuum tubes into one-of-a-kind decorative creations. Whether they choose to make a turkey, snowman, insect, holiday ornament, or invent something entirely their own, kids will have the opportunity to let their imaginations run wild while creating a unique keepsake to take home.
This family-friendly activity is perfect for young makers, artists, and curious minds. All materials will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Come learn, create, and bring a piece of radio history to life through art!
Sound Bites is designed for kids and their grown-ups to enjoy together. Please plan to stay and participate alongside your child during the event!

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Girl Scouts Cadette Digital Movie Maker Badge Workshop
2026-12-05 09:00 - 17:00 | CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, 94501, United States
Earn the Cadette Digital Movie Maker Badge at CHRS! Cadettes will learn the fundamentals of filmmaking by planning, shooting, and editing their own short digital movie in this hands-on media workshop. Explore camera techniques, visual storytelling, shot composition, and basic editing while creating and premiering in an original film project. This program is led in collaboration with Students on the Set. Cadettes will earn and receive the Digital Movie Maker badge in this workshop. For more information or questions contact: Michael Toedman, Director, Marketing & Partnerships, CHRS & BARHOF, the organizer for this event.
For any council-related questions please contact Brenda Gabel, Senior Director, STEAM Partnerships & Development at partners@gsnorcal.org. These events are exclusive for Girl Scouts of Northern CA youth members. View all Cadette Badge Workshops

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