• CHRS Radio Central Swap Meet

    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…

  • Beginning Radio Repair Workshop

    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…

  • Origins of Silicon Valley: Roots in Ham Radio

    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…

  • Surplus Sale

    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…

  • Vinyl Records Sale with SFAF

    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…

  • The Early History of College Radio with Jennifer Waits

    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…

  • CHRS at the Alameda Point Antiques Faire

    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!

  • Norman Davis Celebration of Life

    Join Norman's family for a celebration of his life. Sunday April 7, 2024 3-6 PM Please RSVP to (415) 272-5637 or [email protected] If you would like to tell a story about Norman or participate in the memorial in any way please let them know.

  • Friday Evening with James Gabbert

    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…

  • CHRS at Alameda Spring Shindig

    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!