California Historical Radio Society

CHRS Holiday Party
2024-12-14 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on December 14, 2024.
The annual CHRS Members Holiday Party is scheduled for December 14. This potluck event will include great food, community, and a general membership update from the Board of Directors. Visit Radio Central and see what’s new.

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3D Printing Demonstration
2025-01-11 13:15 - 14:00
Discover the exciting possibilities of 3D printing in this introductory demonstration. Perfect for beginners, this session will explore the basics of 3D printing technology, including how digital designs are transformed into physical objects. This class will demonstrate a 3D printer, software, materials, and techniques, offering an understanding of the process and its potential applications for CHRS members. Whether you’re simply curious or considering diving into 3D printing yourself, this demonstration is an excellent way to get started. This class is free for members, but please RSVP here or send an email to rachel@chrsradio.org to reserve your space.

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SFAF Presents: Linkwitz Audio & Playback Design Presentation
2025-01-11 15:00 - 17:00
Join us at the California Historical Radio Society building in Alameda, CA, to hear a presentation with Andreas Koch, DSD pioneer and renowned founder of Playback Designs, and Dr. Frank Brenner of Linkwitz Lab.
Andreas and Frank will assemble a super system with a Playback Designs reference digital front end, and the latest Linkwitz Lab LX521.4MG “The Reference” speakers powered with the all analog PowerBox 6pro NCore precision LX521 active crossover and amplifiers.
Will this be the best digital sound you have ever heard?

It should be noted that the same Linkwitz Lab LX521.4MG model that will be used at our event was featured in an article published by The Absolute Sound, “Addressing Issues with Audio Believability: An Experiment”. The experiment seeks to explore issues that can occur along the entire path of the recording chain to your ear/brain.
This in-person event is open to Audiophile Foundation members and the public. Registration is required. This event is limited to 40 seats, so register early to secure your reservation.
Carpooling is recommended.
To anyone who needs a ride or can provide one: Members can visit our Event Rideshare Forum to arrange a ride to the event. Non-members can email Contact@audiophilefoundation.org, and we will put you in touch with other attendees in your area.

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Mastic Center Tour
2025-01-13 10:00 - 12:00
Come help docent while the Mastic Seniors take a tour of CHRS. There will be about 40 visitors touring CHRS. Reach out to Rachel, rachel@chrsradio.org or Kim Brickman, kim@chrsradio.org to begin training as a docent or to take a group yourself.

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An Evening with Terry McGovern
2025-01-24 18:00 - 20:00
We are excited to continue our Living History series with Terry McGovern. Terry McGovern is a dynamic and accomplished performer whose career spans radio, television, film, stage, and voice acting. Known for his versatility, Terry began his film career with George Lucas, providing voices for THX1138 and delivering the iconic line “These are not the droids we’re looking for” in Star Wars. He also appeared in American Graffiti and played memorable roles in Mrs. Doubtfire and Nine Months. On television, he was a guest star on popular shows like Cagney and Lacey, Happy Days, and Newhart, and a regular on CBS’s Charlie and Company. As a voice actor, Terry brought to life the beloved character Launchpad McQuack in Disney’s DuckTales and Darkwing Duck, among many other projects. Terry will discuss the devolution of radio, how to appear to be consistently in a good mood for fun and for profit, and surviving Don Sherwood.
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on January 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to hear from Terry McGovern. Doors open at 6:00 for light hors d’oeuvres and mingling, then Terry begins at 6:30. There will be time for questions at the end. Donations greatly appreciated.

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Swap Meet and Electronics Sale
2025-02-08 08:00 - 12:00
Mark your calendar to bring your items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale.
Setup begins at 8:00 AM, sales open at 9:00 AM
2/8/25

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Cataloging Day
2025-02-08 09:00
The Great Room is reserved for collection cataloging.

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Beginners Radio Repair Class
2025-02-08 10:00
**NOTE CHANGE OF TIME TO 10:00 AM**

Reach out to Denny Monticelli at dennis.monticelli@gmail.com to register for the class.
CHRS wants to share our knowledge with you, especially our newer members.

When: Saturday Feb 8, 9AM to 3PM (4PM at the latest). Lunch provided.
Where: The Shop at the Museum, 2152 Central Ave, Alameda

Cost: Free!

Requirements:
1) You must be a paid up member of CHRS.
2) Your coach will contact you ahead of time with some reading material, assessing your experience level and ask you what you hope to get out of the class.
3) You will take and pass a Safety Quiz at the very beginning of class.

What to expect: Have fun! Receive one-on-one instruction on the ins and outs of bringing an All American Five (AA5) radio back to life. Alternatively you may bring your own radio if your coach approves the set as a good training vehicle. Learn about tubes, capacitors, resistors, likely failure modes, replacing parts, and how to properly solder. Learn how to curse when a hot piece of solder splashes on your hand. Your individual coach will tailor the class to fit your needs, your own experience level.

Dennis (Denny) Monticelli
Board Director: Education

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1 on 1 Interview with Don Bleu
2025-02-14 18:00 - 20:00
In 1968, after an early career in Minnesota and North Dakota, the True Don Bleu became a rising star at KDWB, the powerhouse Top 40 station in the Twin Cities, where he entertained listeners for a decade. His success in Minneapolis-St. Paul propelled him to the iconic KHJ in Los Angeles, and in 1980, he made his way to the Bay Area, joining 99.7 KYUU as its morning personality in 1981.
Over the years, Don has earned numerous accolades, including being named National Adult Contemporary Air Personality of the Year twice by Radio & Records Magazine. Beyond radio, he became a familiar face on television, hosting The Gong Show and programs for the Discovery Channel and HGTV. In 1982, he won a Northern California Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Commentary/Analysis for his record review segments on Evening Magazine on KPIX-TV.
Don delighted his listeners as “Bleu in the Morning” on Star 101.3 FM, sharing his signature humor, legendary Bleu-per calls, and infectious energy with fans every morning.
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on February 14, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to hear from Don Bleu. Doors open at 6:00 for light hors d’oeuvres and mingling, then the interview begins at 6:30. There will be time for questions at the end.

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Alameda Architectural Preservation Society Tour
2025-02-22 14:00
The Alameda Architectural Preservation Society will be taking a tour of CHRS. Docents needed to help with tours. Additionally, this is a good event for any volunteers who would like to train as docents to come shadow and learn as well as helping with answering questions.

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Beginners Radio Repair Class
2025-03-01 09:00 - 15:00
We will be hosting a beginners radio repair class on 3/1. This class is already full, but if you are interested please reach out to Denny or Rachel.
rachel@chrsradio.org
Dennis.monticelli@gmail.com

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Women in Broadcasting Event- "He Said, She Said: Reality Check"
2025-03-15 11:00 - 13:00
The Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame commemorates Women’s History Month with our second annual women’s program titled, “He Said, She Said: Reality Check.” This year’s event will be held Saturday, March 15th at 11am at Scott’s Seafood Restaurant at Jack London Square in Oakland.

How have women changed the face of broadcasting? How have they navigated a male dominated field in which they had little power and influence and few, if any, advocates. How have women elevated their own progress in radio and TV? Which visionary managers championed women in those early years? And what are the experiences and challenges that women broadcasters face today?

Our panel includes Marcia Brandwynne, who has the distinction of being the first woman to anchor a local TV prime time newscast at KTVU Channel 2 in 1972. Marcia will be joined by decades-long ABC President and General Manager of KGO Radio Newstalk 810, Mickey Luckoff and current top-rated broadcaster, martial artist and cancer survivor Freska (Griarte) of KOIT and KBLX. Our host for the program is longtime TV and radio weather forecaster Roberta Gonzales of KTVU Fox 2 and formerly of KPIX-TV (Channel 5) and KCBS Radio.

Join us Saturday, March 15th for heavy hors d’oeuvres and no-host bar at Scott’s Seafood Restaurant at Jack London Square in Oakland. Mingling and food service begin at 11am. The one-hour program starts at 12pm. Underground parking is available at Jack London Square. The ferry dock is a short walk.

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MG Car Club Tour
2025-03-21 11:30
The MG Car club will be taking a tour of CHRS. This is a good event for any volunteers who would like to train as docents to come shadow and learn as well as helping with answering questions.

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Alameda Point Antiques Faire
2025-04-06 05:00
Join CHRS as we share bluetooth enabled radios with the community.
Reach out to rachel@chrsradio.org or kim@chrsradio.org to do outreach and demonstrate radios at the Faire. We will set up two shifts to do set up and the first half of the day and then the second shift will work the second half of the day and help with break down.

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John Schneider Speaking Event- Radio's First Decade, 1920-1929
2025-04-11 18:00 - 20:00
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on April 11, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to learn about Radio’s First Decade.
John Schneider will be speaking about Radio’s First Decade, 1920-1929 – How radio broadcasting grew from a hobbyist’s plaything to a nationwide communications and entertainment juggernaut.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. We will have hors d’oeuvres at 6, the talk will begin at 6:30 followed by audience Q&A.
John Schneider (W9FGH) graduated from San Francisco State University in 1972 with a degree in Broadcast Communications. While there, he wrote a thesis about radio broadcasting history, beginning his lifelong efforts of researching and writing on the topic. He worked for several radio stations in Michigan and California before entering the broadcast equipment field. In his 40-year career, he worked for manufacturers Sparta, McMartin and Broadcast Electronics and operated his own distribution company. He retired in 2015 after 7 years promoting HD Radio in Latin America for iBiquity Digital Corporation. John is a CHRS Fellow and winner of the 2010 “Doc Herrold Award”, the author of two broadcast history books (“Bay Area Radio” and “Seattle Radio”) and dozens of magazine articles. He maintains the web site www.theradiohistorian.org. He currently lives in Quincy, Illinois.

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Swap Meet and Electronics Sale
2025-05-03 08:00, 2025-08-02 08:00, 2025-10-04 08:00
Mark your calendar to bring your items for a parking lot swap meet and electronics sale.
Setup begins at 8:00 AM, sales open at 9:00 AM

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David Louie Speaking Event
2025-05-16 18:00
Join us at 2152 Central Ave. on May 16, from 6-8 to hear from business and tech reporter David Louie.
TV reporters get at most a couple of minutes to tell a news story, but for every one of them, there are back stories — what happened behind the scenes that doesn’t get told. David’s going to share some of the memorable moments and anecdotes from his 50-plus years on Bay Area TV that span the 1970’s through the early 2020’s.
You probably know David from his decades on Bay Area TV. He joined the Channel 7 “News Scene” team back in 1972 during the Van Amburg, Jerry Jensen, and Pete Giddings era. He ended up retiring from the same station just over 50 years later, a feat few can claim. Over those years, he covered an estimated 12,000 stories and worked under nine general managers and seven news directors. He has both received and given out Emmy Awards, and he’s a member of the Television Academy’s Silver and Gold circles.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. We will have hors d’oeuvres at 6, the talk will begin at 6:30 moderated by award winning journalist Rosie Lee Allen, followed by audience Q&A.

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2025 CHRS TV Event
2025-05-31 10:00
📺 Calling All TV Enthusiasts! 🎥
Mark your calendars for May 31, 2025 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.
We’ve got a nice set of presentations lined up. Tentative schedule for the day:

10:00 AM – Welcome and Introductions

10:30 AM – John Staples: TK-31 Camera Restoration

11:15 AM – Kevin Hempson: TV Engineering Test Gear

12:00 PM – LUNCH and informal conversations

1:00 PM – Ron Code: Confessions of Muntz Salesman

1:30 PM – Nat Pendleton: UHF x2: Ultra High Frustration Under Heavy Fire

2:20 PM – John Staples: TK-31 Camera Control Unit

3:00 PM – Fred Deal: Vintage TV Show Featuring a Vintage TV

3:30 PM – END
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!
📅 Save the Date: May 31This is shaping up to be a fantastic gathering—don’t miss it!
Please RSVP so we can plan for lunch, room for enough chairs, etc.
RSVP to Tom at ctalbrecht@yahoo.com
To get a feel for what this event is like, take a look at the video of last year’s event:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hv-HC1jKDpk
And our event from 2022 – Part 1:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvpMQG4ABp8&t=12s
and Part 2:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpONMMRezcE

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BARHOF Presents the 2025 Legendary Station
2025-06-08 16:00 - 19:00
Celebrate the Legacy of Radio KEEN!
Radio KEEN first hit the airwaves at 1370 AM from its studio at the historic De Anza Hotel in San Jose on June 21, 1947, and for 45 years, it was a beloved voice in the Bay Area. It was such a momentous occasion that San Jose Mayor Al Ruffo and legendary entertainer Red Skelton were there for its debut!
This year, the Bay Area Radio Museum and Hall of Fame is honoring Radio KEEN as its Legendary Station of the Year—and we’re celebrating in style!
Join us on Sunday, June 8th, from 4–7 PM at History Park in San Jose as we pay tribute to KEEN’s rich legacy, its on-air personalities, and the dedicated people behind the scenes. We’ll also be joined by the families of the station’s co-founders, who helped make KEEN a cherished part of Bay Area radio history.
Enjoy live country music from the Patty Kistner Band, special guest appearance Lacy J Dalton, line dancing with Laura from WildWest, and grab a bite from the food and beverage trucks on-site—or bring your own picnic and relax with friends at one of the many picnic tables.
🎤 KEEN Karaoke Contest – A Legendary Addition!
As a fun addition to this unforgettable celebration, we’re hosting the KEEN Karaoke Contest—where five finalists will compete live for a $1000 cash prize and a vintage gold-plated KEEN belt buckle! Think you’ve got the voice of a country legend? Find out more and enter here.
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Don’t miss this special event—it’s sure to be a trip down memory lane for KEEN fans and a chance to honor a station that left a lasting mark on the airwaves!

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Sam Van Zandt Speaking Event
2025-06-13 18:00
Join us at Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave., Alameda, CA 94501 on June 13, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM to hear from Sam Van Zandt.
For over 50 years, Sam Van Zandt lived his dream of playing music and telling stories on radio.
From his San Jose beginnings in high school radio on KSJO and his first professional DJ job at KPER in Gilroy at 17, to his retirement after 14 years doing mornings with Lissa Kreisler at KBAY in San Jose, Sam has loved to entertain listeners with stories and corny jokes in between hit songs.
Sam’s career included time in a small Texas town, and more than 30 years in San Francisco. Sam was heard in morning or PM drive on KCBS-FM, KBGG (Big 98), KYA, KNEW, KSAN, KIOI and KFRC from 1972 through the early 2000’s. As Public Affairs Director, Sam interviewed hundreds of authors, musicians, actors and other celebrities through the years. Some of the notables Sam has talked to include Michael Jackson, Johnny Cash, Rod Stewart, Governor Gavin Newsom, sports icons Will Clark, Willie McCovey, Joe Montana, Steve Young, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein and many more of the most influential people in America.
Hear Sam tell the story of his colorful career, Friday June 13…
Doors open at 6:00 PM. We will have hors d’oeuvres at 6, the talk will begin at 6:30 followed by audience Q&A.

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Broadcasting & Media Summer Camp 2025
2025-06-16 09:00
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About the Camp
Join us for an incredible week at the CHRS Broadcasting & Media 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 16 – 20
Time: 9 AM to 3 PM
Grades: 6th-10th
Location: Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave, Alameda, CA
Price: $600
Program Highlights

Monday: Master professional broadcasting skills applicable both within and beyond the radio and TV industries.
Tuesday: Dive into the past by writing and recording a 20th-century-style radio drama, then switch gears to create a modern radio segment. Learn to use both vintage and contemporary recording equipment.
Wednesday: Explore the world of modern podcasting. Learn to write, record, distribute, and market your podcast while developing a unique voice in a crowded field.
Thursday: Work as a team to produce a full morning radio show, complete with music and segments. Gain hands-on experience in collaborative production.
Friday: Discover effective marketing and distribution strategies to grow and engage your audience.

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.
Meet the Instructor
Jake Beales is the program director at Encinal High School’s FCC-licensed FM radio station, 96.1 KJTZ-LP, and the technical assistant for the school’s Radio class, working alongside Bay Area Radio Hall of Famer Kevin Gorham. With experience teaching in Encinal’s Radio program, leading Digital Recording courses for the BandWorks summer camp, and pursuing his own music production projects, Jake has extensive expertise in audio engineering and instruction across all skill levels. Outside of teaching, he plays guitar, bass, and drums in multiple touring bands, produces music videos for underground rock artists, and is launching his own recording studio and record label, Nailhouse Records—named in honor of his alma mater, Encinal High School.

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Saturday Afternoon with Russ Johnson
2025-06-21 14:30
Join Russ Johnson, at Radio Central, Saturday, June 21 at 2:30 as he tells stories about how listening to the squeals of distant radio signals and talking to the world as a 13 year old ham radio operator inspired 25 years as radio and TV broadcaster, including KRON and KABL, and a second career, traveling the world as a filmmaker, writer and photographer. He will be playing audio and video reliving both worlds, including the wacky world of an all night DJ, groupies and all, covering a coup d’etat in Fiji for NPR, joining the Royal Family of Ubud, Bali for the wedding of a prince, and nerding out with Arthur C. Clarke in Sri Lanka as he redesigns the surface of Mars.
How Radio Inspired My Wanderlust
When Russ Johnson first encountered a mysterious green blob on the map called Borneo as a ham radio operator at age 13, little did he know that Radio would inspire a career in broadcasting and take him to some sixty countries as a writer, photographer, and filmmaker. Russ will share his radio and travel adventures through stories, recordings and pictures.
As a child, Russ listened to 50 thousand-watt voices from afar crackling through the speaker of the Bakelite radio in his room, heard the beeping signal of Sputnik, and became a ham operator (W6NFC). Following a career in broadcasting at WCCO, KOVR, KRON, KABL, and NPR, and teaching broadcast journalism at San Francisco State, he started a media production and consulting company that took him around the world for clients including the UN and American Express, and to the real Borneo, where he lay in a riverboat on the equator gazing at the stars of both hemispheres and musing about the mysteries of earth.
Russ’ groundbreaking web magazine, https://connectedtraveler.com, featured audio and video as early as 1994. It received coverage on CNN, CBS, the BBC, Time, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, the Guardian and the Daily Telegraph.
For nine years, Russ streamed Connected Traveler Radio, a world culture and music radio station, on his own invention, the World Vibrations Radio Station and Podcaster, a VCR-sized device which was touted in numerous publications as a means to “democratize radio.” It was adopted by colleges, school districts, music producers and recommended by UNESCO for use in developing countries.”
He is author of the travel memoir “Tales of the Radio Traveler” and hosts the humor podcast “Gone Astray,” with a book of the same name.
https://russelljohnson.com

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4th of July Parade
2025-07-04 00:00
CHRS will be participating in the Alameda 4th of July parade. Come help us set up the float and also walk in the parade. Reach out to rachel@chrsradio.org or kim@chrsradio.org to sign up!

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Radio Day by the Bay- Live! In Alameda
2025-07-19 08:00
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Radio Day by the Bay- Live! In Alameda 2025

Radio Day by the Bay is bigger than ever this year! Join us on July 19 at the California Historical Radio Society’s Radio Central in Alameda for our annual festival and celebration of radio’s golden age, and the future of broadcasting!
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Radio Day by the Bay 2025: Where legends live, music swings, and radio lives on.
Don’t just listen – be there!
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Reserve Your Booth for Radio Day By the Bay 2025
2025-07-19 08:00
Thank you for your interest in participating in Radio Day by the Bay 2025— the California Historical Radio Society’s signature annual event.
Event Details

📍 CHRS Radio Central – 2152 Central Ave, Alameda, CA
🗓️ Event Date: July 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

This year marks CHRS’s 51st anniversary and our 11th year proudly based in Alameda! Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating radio history, vintage gear, live music, auctions, food, and community connection.
Booth Rental Information:
We welcome both nonprofit organizations and local businesses to be part of this vibrant event.

Nonprofit Organizations: $15 per booth

For-Profit Businesses: $40 per booth

To reserve your space, please complete the booth application form and submit your payment to confirm your spot.
Space is limited and booths will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis — so don’t wait!

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Electronics & Wireless Communications Summer Camp 2025
2025-07-28 09:00 - 2025-08-01 03:00
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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.
Dates: July 28 – August 1
Time: 9 AM to 3 PM
Grades: 6th-10th
Location: Radio Central, 2152 Central Ave, Alameda, CA
Price: $650
Program Highlights

Monday: Introduction to Electronics – Understand basic electronic components and circuits. Build simple projects to see how electronics work in everyday devices.
Tuesday: Radio Fundamentals – Learn the history and science behind radio technology. Experiment with building and tuning your own radio receiver.
Wednesday: Wireless Communications – Discover how wireless communication works. Explore different types of wireless technologies and their applications.
Thursday: Hands-On Projects – Collaborate with peers to design and build a wireless communication project. Apply your knowledge to create something unique and functional.
Friday: 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.
Meet the Instructor
Nga Nguyen has been a Math and STEM facilitator with AUSD for 25 years, including 11 years running the Technology and Design (TAD) Lab at Wood Middle School. The TAD Lab provided middle school students with hands-on learning experiences, emphasizing the philosophy that failure is simply the “First Attempt In Learning” (FAIL). Nguyen encouraged students to build with a sustainability mindset, fostering innovation and responsibility. Before COVID, he also led the Middle Elementary Robotics League in Alameda, based out of the TAD Lab, where students competed in May using the FIRST Lego Robotics League framework.

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Niles Antique Faire
2025-08-31 04:00 - 15:00

Joe Starkey Speaking Event
2025-09-19 18:00 - 20:00
Join us at 2152 Central Ave. on September 19, from 6-8 to hear from sportscaster Joe Starkey.
Joe Starkey is a legendary broadcaster whose iconic voice has spanned five decades across the NFL, NHL, USFL, NBA, and college sports. Known for his memorable calls with the San Francisco 49ers—including Super Bowl broadcasts and the unforgettable “Catch II” by Terrell Owens—Starkey also served as the longtime voice of the California Golden Bears. His extensive resume includes play-by-play for the Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, Golden State Warriors, and multiple NHL teams, including the Oakland Seals and San Jose Sharks. Famous for his enthusiastic catchphrase “What a bonanza!” Starkey was honored with the Chris Schenkel Award, was a nine-time Associated Press California Play-by-Play Broadcaster of the Year, and was inducted into both the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame in 2009 and the Cal Sports Hall of Fame.
1982 Cal-Stanford Audio The most famous play and call in college football history.
Doors open at 6:00 PM. We will have hors d’oeuvres at 6, the talk will begin at 6:30 followed by audience Q&A.
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Joe Starkey in the KGO Cal football radio booth where he called games from 1975-2022 always on KGO

Joe Starkey and Joe DiMaggio

Joe Starkey and Muhammed Ali

Joe Starkey’s plaque when he entered the College Football Hall of Fame.
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