California Historical Radio Society

NWVRS Michael Carey Radio Auction + Live Zoom
2023-05-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
NWVRS proudly presents the auction of Michael Casey’s radio collection and other fine collectables on Sunday, May 21st from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm. Preview starts at noon.

Auction will be at the Abernethy Grange at 15745 Harley Avenue Oregon City 97045
Plenty of free parking with restroom facilities
Free admission with no buyer or seller fees
Payment of winning bids must be done via PayPal

Auction will be available live on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9169559120?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 916 955 9120
Passcode: [REDACTED]

View auction items here:
https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNcWI5SryVGNdQ_HlhuCJZ7LkeFOeOqMBJlCX1f1hWDZOfIlGj7s4GtHibvX6l2kQ?pli=1&key=[REDACTED]

More items will be added from two other estates as time permits.
Attached is the most current auction spreadsheet.

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CHRS Radio Central Swap Meet - June 3rd
2023-06-03 08:00 - 15:00
CHRS Radio Central Swap Meet
Saturday June 3rd
At
CHRS Radio Central
2152 Central Avenue, Alameda

8:00am – Setup
9:00am – Meet Starts

Happy Radio Trader Tom Harris At March Meet
Remember These Simple Rules:
*There is no sellers fee.
*If you are a recurring seller, your membership must be current.
*One time sellers ned not be members.
*No shopping, commerce or deals before 9am. Keep items covered until then if possible.
*Donations to CHRS by sellers are most appreciated.

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CHRS Antique TV Event
2023-06-10 17:00
CHRS Antique TV Event————————————————Date: Saturday, June 10Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PMPlace: CHRS “Radio Central”, 2152 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501Our annual TV event returns again for 2023. The day’s schedule will include presentations, demos, display of working antique TVs, lunch, and plenty of time to hob-nob with fellow antique TV enthusiasts.To get an idea of what this event is like, take a look at videos of last year’s event here: Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvpMQG4ABp8&t=12sPart 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpONMMRezcEThe event is free of charge and open to both CHRS members and non-members. In past years we’ve had participants from Oregon and Nevada, as well as our locals from Northern California. If you’re willing to travel to the Bay Area, you are welcome to attend. If you’re not already on our email list and would like to be included, contact Tom Albrecht (ctalbrecht@yahoo.com). If you plan to attend, contact Tom so that we can plan for the right number of people.*** There is currently some construction work underway at CHRS, and if it isn’t sufficiently finished in time for this event, we might have to change the venue. So stay tuned for updates just in case!

Thanks,

Tom

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KOIT 2023 Legendary Station Luncheon
2023-06-21 11:30 - 14:00
You are invited to join in the celebration for San Francisco radio station KOIT 96.5 FM as the 2023 Bay Area Radio Hall Of Fame Legendary Station. CHRS and BARHOF join with the Broadcast Legends to recognize KOIT. See the message below from the Broadcast Legends… And make your reservation Now!

Mark your calendars…
We are back at the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco!

On Wednesday, June 21, the Broadcast Legends will celebrate our 2023 Legendary Station recipient – San Francisco’s 96.5 KOIT, and the men and women of KOIT that have entertained us for more than five decades.
We’ll be welcoming KOIT alumni, fans and friends from over the years with a chance to catch up on old times and good times at the Basque Cultural Center in South San Francisco.
Click here to make your reservation now!

Wednesday, June 21, 2023
96.5 KOIT Legendary Station of the Year

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CHRS Radio Day By The Bay 2023 - LIVE! In Alameda
2023-07-22 08:00 - 15:00
Radio Day By The Bay 2023 – LIVE! In Alameda…Just the facts:

Saturday, July 22nd, 2023, 8am – 3pm
At CHRS Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave, Alameda 94501
$10 Donation for the whole day. Children under 12 Free. Auction paddles $5
Free parking around the corner on Walnut St. in the Alameda High School lot
Benefitting the California Historical Radio Society
The Bay Area Radio Museum and Radio Hall Of Fame
The Society Of Wireless Pioneers
Streaming LIVE on YouTube
Meet and greet Members of the Bay Area Radio Hall Of Fame
Celebrate the restoration of 2152 Central Ave.
Event to be Live streamed on YouTube
CLICK HERE FOR THE LINK TO OUR RADIO DAY YOUTUBE PREMIERE

HERE IS THE RADIO DAY 2023 SCHEDULE:
CLICK HERE FOR AUCTION CATALOG V6
CLICK HERE FOR HI-REZ AUCTION CATALOG V6
AUCTION NOTES: Some may have noticed that our traditional CHRS auction is changing. For years we would offer gear in almost any condition with lots of projects offered. But things are evolving. Our audience is changing. We have our collectors… not as many… and now we get more of the general public who want a beautiful working set for their homes. So we have have embraced the idea of offering only top quality radios in the auction. We have many desirable collectors sets and many sets with more general appeal. But every one of them has been evaluated, electrically and some cosmetically restored and some have been equipped with an aux input. All have been safety tested. So if there is any question about our start prices, remember much time, effort and materials went into the preparation of these radios and our prices reflect those facts. These are all ready to display, plug & play. Thanks to our fine auction crew, Kent Leech, (data entry & lists) & Walt Hayden, (photography). And a huge thank you to the crew who restored these sets.
REMOTE BIDDING DETAILS: If you want to bid on items in our auction, but can’t be at Radio Central July 23rd, you can CLICK HERE FOR THE ON-LINE BIDDING FORM. Read the simple instructions and fill out all required fields. Be sure to include the Lot Numbers and the highest amount you are willing to bid for that lot. During the live auction, a proxy bidder will bid for you up to your maximum. You will be notified as to the results of your bids. If you are the winning bidder, you must pay by PayPal within 24 hours after the close of auction. If payment is not received within 24 hours, the sale is void. All items to be picked up at CHRS Radio Central in Alameda unless other arrangements are made for shipping at bidder’s expense. THE FIRM CUT OFF TIME FOR REGISTERING REMOTE BIDS IS 6PM JULY 21st.
For More Information Please Click Here
The BIG Show Features:
Our Host:
Terry McGovern, BARHOF Class of 2008
Our Auctioneers:
Dan Ashley, KGO-TV
Rosie Lee Allen, BARHOF Class of 2008 Greg Jarrett, BARHOF Class of 2020
2023 BARHOF Class Announced By: Ben Fong Torres, BARHOF Class 0f 2010
Lissa Kreisler, BARHOF Class of 2015
“A Date With Baby” Live Radio Play Director: Peter Finch, BARHOF Class of 2014
Alameda Vice – Mayor Tony Daysog
Radio Day Events:
Live Music: Don Neely’s Royal Society Jazz Orchestra
Antique Radio Auction
For your pleasure we present at auction, a selection of lovingly restored antique radios. These radios have been given a second life and are ready to grace your home or radio collection with a fine, working antique. Some radios are equipped with the ability to play music from your phone or music player. Many were saved from the landfill.

There’s A Silent Auction Too?
You Bet There Is
At the event we will have a few items available in a silent auction. Bid high as we are raising funds for a fine, worthwhile organization. This is what we have:
E. H. Scott Allwave 15 –
Tested And Working. With Amplifier & Speaker

A Very Rare Signed Poster By David Crosby,
Stephen Stills And Graham Nash… CSN
You Won’t See Another One

(The round spots are reflections from room lighting)
A Beautiful Atwater Kent AK 84 Cathedral –
Electrically Restored

A KFOG “Live From The Archives” Full CD Set,
Including 3 Bonus Discs: Total: 25 Volumes, 26 Discs

More than 360 live tracks recorded exclusively for KFOG in the KFOG Playspace and beyond.

PLUS:

The Acoustic Sunrise Collections Volume 1 & 2
The out-of-print: KFOG Warriors Jam collection.

Most of these CD’s are out of print and the songs appear nowhere else. We were fortunate to compile a complete set of these rare CDs. Huge thanks to Rosalie Howarth.

Live Radio Play
CLICK HERE FOR CAST & DETAILS
Well, you never know the way things will go. Our radio play is now… without change, will be from Campana’s ‘First Nighter’ series. It’s called, “A Date With Baby.” It’s a hoot. Presented in 1947 and glimpses into family life in simpler times. See what the wrong address can do. And don’t forget ‘The Magic Touch’. Our Radio Dog Theater is staffed by lots of your radio favorites. Don’t miss it.
Surplus Electronics Sale
It’s time to bring out the hundreds of electronic items we have rescued from the landfill. Who knows what will strike your fancy in this sea of surplus. But bring your truck and load it up. This helps everyone. Above is this year’s surplus. CLICK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS.
BARHOF Class Of 2023 Announced
Friends of CHRS, Ben Fong-Torres and Lissa Kreisler, with the help of Len Shapiro, will announce the 2023 Class of the Bay Area Radio Hall Of Fame. Will your favorites be voted in? Come to Radio Day to find out.
2023 Volunteer Of The Year Named
Each year we recognize a CHRS volunteer who exemplifies the true volunteer spirit. This person tirelessly gives of themselves for the betterment of CHRS. Pictured above is Keith Scott, 2022’s recipient.
Special Presentation:
Did you know that Alameda played an important part in Bay Area radio history? Charles D. ‘Doc’ Herrold Award recipient Bob Rydzewski Presents “Early Wireless in Alameda”
Discover Amateur Radio With W6CF
What’s Ham radio? Find out from our expert CHRS Amateur Radio operators. Discover the importance of Ham radio throughout our radio and communications history. Learn how W6CF will help Alameda durning emergency situations.
Tours Of Radio Central
CHRS Radio Central is unique. It is the only vintage communications and radio museum in the West. Be sure to get a tour. There are artifacts that fill this museum… that you have never seen before. We celebrate at least 100 years of wireless at CHRS. Be careful… you could become hooked on ancient technology and Radio History!
STAY TUNED FOR MORE TO COME!

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A Date With Baby - LIVE! Radio Play - At Radio Day 2023
2023-07-22 13:00 - 14:00
See A LIVE! Radio Play On Stage
Saturday, July 22nd
At CHRS Radio Central
1:00 pm – 2 pm
Part of Radio Day By The Bay 2023
Adults $10 For The Whole Day – Children under 12 Free
“A Date With Baby” Directed By: Peter Finch
Featuring: Michael Bennett
Alisa Clancy
James Gabbert
Miranda Wilson
Sam Van Zandt
Terry McGovern
Rosalie Howarth
Hoyt Smith
Kim Wonderley
Joe Starkey
Lissa Kreisler
Joe McConnell
Skip Kashman
Sound Design & LIVE Mix: Dan Healy
Sound Playback: Rick Rubin
Produced By:
Steve Kushman

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All You Can Eat Radio Buffett - August 5th
2023-08-05 10:00 - 15:00
All You Can Eat Radio Buffett – August 5th
It’s Baaack…
ALL YOU CAN EAT
RADIO BUFFET SATURDAY!
August 5th 10am – 3pm
2152 Central Ave. Alameda
There Really Is No Real Food – Someone Did Ask 🙂
You enjoyed it the past two years so it’s returning this coming Saturday. There is a lot of stuff left over from the Radio Day Surplus Event. Radios, ham gear, test equipment, consoles, publications and parts. CHRS needs the space, you want more treasurers, and these items need good homes. You won’t find better bargains than in the CHRS Radio Buffet!

Here’s The Deal:

Arrive at 10:00am, give a $30 donation
and take home as much gear as you wish.
Arrive at 11:00am, give a $20 donation
and take home as much gear as you wish.
Arrive at 12:00pm, give a $10 donation
and take home as much gear as you wish.
A giant Free pile will also be available starting at 10:00am.The first 10 donors will receive a complimentary can of “Invisible Spray” for a stealthy arrival back home. No early perusal. Please give everyone an equal chance. See you Saturday, August 5th.!

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CHRS Radio Central Swap Meet - Postponed To September 9th
2023-09-02 08:00 - 15:00
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CHRS Vintage Radio Swap Meet
2023-09-09 08:00 - 12:00
September 9th
8am – Noon
Mark Your Calendar
Details To Come

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Diablo A's Model A Ford Club Club Event
2023-09-16 10:00 - 13:00
https://www.diabloas.com
See 12 vintage Model A Fords at Radio Central on Saturday

Featuring the Diablo A’s Model A Ford Club
10am – 1pm
Radio Central Parking Lot
2152 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94510

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CHRS Record Swap Meet - 10/21/2023
2023-10-21 09:30 - 15:00
It’s time to drag those old records, R to R tapes, cassettes, cylinders & 8 tracks, out of the closet, garage or attic and bring them to our record swap meet on Saturday.

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CHRS Radio Swap Meet Saturday
2023-11-04 08:00 - 15:00
It’s Our Fall vintage radio swap meet. CHRS will be offering many fresh estate items.
8:00am – Set Up- Keep items covered until 9:00. No business before 9:00.
9:00am – Meet Starts
No sellers fee.
Recurring sellers must be current members.
One time sellers need not be members.

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CHRS Offering Restored Radios at Alameda Point
2023-12-03 06:00 - 15:00
CHRS At Alameda Point Antiques Faire
This Sunday December 3rd
3900 Main St, Alameda
6am – 3pm
$5 – $20 Entry Fee
Vintage Radios Make Outstanding Holiday Gifts!
The CHRS Booth Was Hopping At Our Last Event In April!
We are the ultimate Recyclers. We take antique radios destined for the landfill and restore and upgrade them so you can play your digital music through an antique! By using your phone and bluetooth. Our radios are all safety checked and ready to play. Come by and pick up a few for Christmas gifts. Our radios are offered as premiums for your generous donations. CHRS is a 501(c)(3) educational non profit formed in 1974 to preserve and present the history of radio and communications. All donations help in preserving this important part of our history.
A Very Happy Family With Their New Vintage Radio

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CHRS Holiday Party at Radio Central
2023-12-09 12:30 - 16:00
You Are Invited To The CHRS Holiday Party
Saturday December 9th @ 12:30pm
At CHRS Radio Central
2152 Central Ave. Alameda
General Meeting And Pot Luck Lunch

2023 has flown by and it’s time for us to celebrate the holidays. It’s an annual tradition for us to get together and just have fun with good food and good friends. And we will recognize how lucky and blessed we are. CHRS is very special. And that is due to our volunteers, supporters and followers. They all realize that we have something unique between CHRS, Radio Central and all of our programs. So cook something up, come by December 9th and enjoy our celebration.
Super Volunteers Judy Mears and Betty ‘Cookie Lady’ Cosmos are this years organizers along with E. D. Rachel Lee. The following is from the Party Team:
1. The Holiday Party will be held Saturday, December 9 at about 12:30 pm, after a short CHRS business meeting
2. Members and their spouses and partners are welcome to attend.
3. Please email Judy by Thursday, November 30 about the number of people in your party who will be attending. We need this information for planning purposes.
4. We will arrange for a whole roast turkey and Honey Baked Ham, ,and we are asking for “pot luck” contributions.
5. “Pot luck” items can be appetizers, salads, side dishes, or desserts.
6. Please email Judy by Monday, December 4 with the item that you are planning to bring.
7. Coffee and soft drinks will be provided.
8. We encourage you to bring items that can be eaten either cold or at room temperature. If you want to bring an item to be served hot, please bring the means to keep it hot (crockpot, etc.) Because of space constraints, the kitchen will not be available for cooking.

Happy People From Last Year’s Event

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CHRS Open House with Audiophile Foundation
2024-01-20 12:00 - 15:00
The San Francisco Audiophile Foundation is coming to CHRS RC to kick off our partnership. We are going to host an open house for their members and guests on January 20th between noon and 3PM. We will provide their members personalized tours. Please join us to welcome the Audiophile Foundation and to help give tours of RC.
You can find out more about the Audiophile Foundation here.

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CHRS Radio Central Swap Meet
2024-01-27 08:00 - 12:00
8am – Setup
9am – Swap Meet Starts
9:30am – Surplus Sale Begins
Mark your calendar to join us for a swap meet 1/27 in the radio central parking lot. Set up at 8, sell at 9. Come find exactly what you have been looking for from antique tube radios that echo the golden age of broadcasting to ham radio equipment, there’s something here for everyone. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or simply bask in the nostalgia of radio’s rich history, this swap meet is an unmissable event for radio aficionados of all ages. Join us in celebrating the enduring legacy and the ongoing evolution of radio technology!
2152 Central Ave.
Alameda, CA 94501

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Beginning Radio Repair Workshop
2024-02-03 09:00 - 15:00
Are you fascinated by the world of radio and eager to delve into its inner workings? Join us for our beginner-friendly Radio Repair Workshop! This hands-on course is designed specifically for enthusiasts with little to no experience in radio technology. Over the duration of this workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of radio mechanics, from identifying different components to understanding basic internal operations. Our expert instructors will guide you through the process of diagnosing common issues and performing simple repairs. You’ll get the chance to work on actual radios, gaining practical skills. Whether you’re a vintage radio lover or just curious about electronics, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to explore and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. Sign up today and start your journey into the captivating world of radio repair!
Please RSVP to reserve your slot. Only six slots available!
RSVP: dennis.monticelli@gmail.com
or
rachel@chrsradio.org

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Origins of Silicon Valley: Roots in Ham Radio
2024-02-23 18:00 - 20:00
Join CHRS and Paul Wesling on 2/23/24 for an informative evening on the Origins of Silicon Valley. Doors open at 6:00 for socializing and hors d’oeuvres. From 6:45-7:45 we will hear from Paul, and then have Q&A from 7:45-8:00. Don’t forget to RSVP at the bottom!
Summary: Why did Silicon Valley come into being? The story goes back to local Hams (amateur radio operators) trying to break RCA’s tube patents, “angel” investors, the sinking of the Titanic, Fred Terman and Stanford University, local invention of high-power tubes, WW II and radar, William Shockley’s mother living in Palo Alto, and the SF Bay Area infrastructure that developed – these factors pretty much determined that the semiconductor and IC industries would be located in California’s Santa Clara Valley, and that the Valley would remain the world’s innovation center as new technologies emerged – computers, then software, mobile, biotech, Big Data, VR/AR, autonomous vehicles, blockchain, and now generative AI – and it would become the model for innovation worldwide.
Paul Wesling, an IEEE Life Fellow and Distinguished Lecturer, has observed the Valley for decades as an engineer, executive, resident, and educator, and has presented this talk world-wide. In this non-technical presentation, he gives an exciting and colorful history of device technology development and innovation that began in Palo Alto, then spread across the Santa Clara Valley during and following World War II. You’ll meet some of the colorful characters – Cyril Elwell, Leonard Fuller, Lee de Forest, Bill Eitel W6UF, Charles Litton 6AO, Fred Terman 6AE/W6DI, David Packard 9DRV, Bill Hewlett, Russ Varian and others – extending to Nolan Bushnell W7DUK and Steve Wozniak WA6BND (pictured below with Paul)– who came to define the worldwide electronics industries through their inventions and process development.

Paul (KM6LH) received degrees in electrical engineering and materials science from Stanford University, then worked locally at companies including Lenkurt Electric, Sperry-Univac, and Amdahl, joining Tandem Computers in Cupertino in 1985. Paul retired from HP in 2001, then served as “Mr. IEEE” for the San Francisco Bay Area for 10 years. He is a Life Fellow of the IEEE. He received the IEEE’s Centennial Medal, the Board’s Distinguished Service award, the Society Contribution Award, the IEEE’s Third Millennium Medal, and the EPS Society’s Presidential Recognition Award. He edits the IEEE/ASME/SEMI Heterogeneous Integration Roadmap for prediction of technology directions in electronics packaging.
RSVP Here: https://forms.gle/hbNDhyLgbLx7u2Cc7
If you have any trouble with the RSVP, please send an email to rachel@chrsradio.org

If you cannot attend, but would like to view this CHRS talk “live” over Zoom, please RSVP here (to get the Zoom link a day or two before the talk): https://rebrand.ly/4fpqqbd

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Surplus Sale
2024-03-09 10:00 - 13:00
Join CHRS for an “all you can eat” radio buffet on 3/9 (note the date change due to rain) at Radio Central. Pay for your entrance and take all you can carry!
Gates open at 10:00 AM- Initial entrance fee is $30
At 11:00 AM entrance fee is $20 for newcomers
At 12:00 PM and after entrance fee is $10 for newcomers

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Vinyl Records Sale with SFAF
2024-03-16 11:00 - 15:00
The San Francisco Audiophile Foundation will be holding a Vinyl Records Sale at Radio Central on 3/16 from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM. Sellers may begin setting up at 10:00. The fee is $5 for sellers, buyers enter free. Thousands of albums, come find that album you’ve been looking for!! I hope to see all of you there!
In case of rain the event will be rescheduled for 3/23.

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The Early History of College Radio with Jennifer Waits
2024-03-30 11:00 - 12:00
We will be hosting Jennifer Waits of Radio Survivor to speak to the CHRS membership about The Early History of College Radio.
Title: “Sleuthing out the Early Days of College Radio and Preserving this Important History”
Jennifer Waits
Co-founder Radio Survivor
Assistant Curator, Digital Library of Amateur Radio and Communications
Co-chair, College, Community and Educational Radio Caucus on the Library of Congress’ Radio Preservation Task Force
Summary:
Ever since radio’s early experimental days, there have been college students broadcasting from their campuses, often at the technological forefront of radio. Despite lack of funding, a transient student population, and competing academic demands, passionate radio enthusiasts have persevered and created radio stations in myriad forms using amateur radio, AM, FM, carrier current, public address systems, cable, telephones, the Internet, and so much more.
Jennifer Waits has been researching the early history of college radio for many years and also obsessively tours radio stations (posting field trip reports for 173 so far). She started blogging about college radio in 2008 on her site, Spinning Indie, and in 2009 helped to launch Radio Survivor, where much of her work appears today.
Inspired by the rich radio history at her alma mater, Haverford College (where students launched AM station WABQ in 1923) she has been working to tell the story of the important work done by students at student-run college radio stations.
At CHRS she will share some of her recent research about the connections between amateur radio and early student-led college radio stations. Key to the story are student radio enthusiasts at a number of schools, including Union College and Haverford College in the 1920s. Additionally, she will dig into the legacy of these early efforts and explain how student radio transformed and grew beginning in the 1940s. Jennifer will also talk about her work to help preserve college radio history and the ways that stations, alumni, and radio fans can help.

Jennifer Waits is an independent scholar, DJ at KFJC, volunteer, writer, and co-founder of Radio Survivor, a website, podcast and syndicated radio show devoted to radio and audio culture. She has a Master’s degree in Popular Culture Studies from Bowling Green State University, where she did her thesis on MTV’s “The Real World.” Her writing about radio and sound can be found in Radio World, Radio Journal, Interactions: Studies in Communication and Culture, and Hii Magazine. She’s also a member of the Library of Congress’ Radio Preservation Task Force, for which she co-chairs a caucus focused on college and community radio. Jennifer loves visiting radio stations and has chronicled her trips to 173 radio stations and counting.

RSVP to attend this event: https://forms.gle/zxV7MpA2RYzeHMmf8

If you have any difficulty with the RSVP link please send an email to rachel@chrsradio.org

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CHRS at the Alameda Point Antiques Faire
2024-04-07 06:00 - 15:00
Join CHRS at the Alameda Point Antiques Faire. We will need help getting prepared with plenty of vintage radios, boxing them, and packing them into the trailer. We also might need help the day of the event. Finally, you can always shop the faire and send traffic to CHRS!

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Norman Davis Celebration of Life
2024-04-07 15:00 - 18:00
Join Norman’s family for a celebration of his life.
Sunday April 7, 2024 3-6 PM
Please RSVP to (415) 272-5637 or sdavismusicgal@icloud.com
If you would like to tell a story about Norman or participate in the memorial in any way please let them know.

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Friday Evening with James Gabbert
2024-04-19 18:00 - 20:00
Join CHRS for an evening with James Gabbert, a member of the BARHOF 1st class in 2006.
Jim is a legendary Bay Area broadcaster who was a pioneer of FM multiplex stereo. His most famous radio station, KPEN was known for its innovative programming and attention to perfection of the FM stereo signal and very high fidelity. Join Jim to hear some of the most fascinating broadcasting stories one can imagine; from his youth, to building powerhouse broadcasting stations. Jim is a proud member of the Bay Area Radio Hall Of Fame, class of 2006.
RSVP here to attend this event!
We look forward to seeing you for a great evening.

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CHRS at Alameda Spring Shindig
2024-04-20 10:00
Join CHRS at the Alameda Spring Shindig, Saturday, April 20, 12:00 PM-3:00 PM at the Alameda Point Gym and Field. 1101 W Red line Ave, Alameda, CA 94501.
Games, crafts, community vendors (that’s us!!), bounce houses, food, and much more. Come celebrate spring!

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Postponed to 4/20- Surplus Sale and Swap Meet
2024-04-20 10:00 - 13:00
Postponed to 4/20
Join us for our quarterly surplus sale and swap meet- now on 4/20

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CHRS at Alameda Spring Shindig
2024-04-20 12:00 - 15:00
Join CHRS Saturday April 20, from 12-3 at Alameda Point Gym and Field at 1101 W Red Line Ave., Alameda, CA 94501.
CHRS will be there showcasing our vintage bluetooth enabled radios and doing outreach. If you’d like to volunteer at the event please email Kim Brickman at kim@chrsradio.org, otherwise we hope you will stop by to say hello! There will be games, crafts, community vendors (that’s us!!), bounce houses, food, and much more.

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Volunteer at Estate Clean Out in Santa Clara
2024-04-27 00:00 - 2024-04-28 23:59
CHRS will need a lot of members, especially if you have a truck or large SUV to help with an estate clean out. Please plan to help us in Santa Clara on 4/27-4/28. More information will be added as the details are confirmed.
Address: 1464 MaryAnn Dr., Santa Clara, CA
Bring a mask and gloves if you have them.

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CHRS at Downtown Alameda Spring Market
2024-05-04 12:00 - 17:00
CHRS will be at the inaugural Downtown Alameda Spring Market, an outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment experience adjacent to the Park Street corridor. The Spring Market will feature curated vendors & purveyors with goods (like vintage radios) and foods for sale, interactive community booths, live music, spring vibes and tasty beverages for everyone’s enjoyment.

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Ugly Radio Contest
2024-05-11 10:00 - 12:00
They say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Bring your ugliest radio for a fun contest.
Basic rules:
– Only household radios, no military or ham gear
– Radios should be in the form as designed by the manufacturer ( no obviously broken cases or missing major parts)
– Can be Battery AC AA5’s, portables, consoles or weird foreign sets.
– Radios will be numbered. All participant and observers get 1 vote. If there is a tie, the CHRS ladies present will break the tie (we know they have good taste!).
– Participants should feel free to swap their uglies with other participants OR donate to CHRS for auction or flea market.
Consolation prize for the winner: Ticket for 1st in line at out next “All You Can Eat” Surplus Sale Radio Buffet
Questions?? Reach out to Gilles Vrignaud at gillesvrignaud@yahoo.com
RSVP Here

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