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PSARA Meetings: Learn, Share, and Connect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PSARA meetings are a chance to explore radios of all kinds while spending time with people who enjoy learning, tinkering, and sharing stories. From early wireless to home radios made of wood, metal, plastic, Bakelite, and beyond, there\u2019s always something interesting to see and talk about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re just getting started or have been enjoying radios for years, meetings are relaxed, welcoming, and easy to jump into.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Weekly Zoom Meetings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

PSARA meets every Friday evening on Zoom<\/strong>, starting around 7 pm<\/strong> and usually going an hour or so. These weekly get-togethers make it easy to participate from anywhere and are a great way to get to know the club and are available for members and visitors. If you\u2019d like to join a session, please contact us<\/strong> to request the link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weekly Zoom meetings often include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Presentations on radio history, science, and restoration<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Informal discussions and Q&A<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Show-and-tell moments where members share current projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Stories about radios found, repaired, restored, or remembered<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    No special equipment or deep technical knowledge is needed \u2014 curiosity and interest are more than enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Visitors are always welcome to join a Zoom meeting to see what PSARA is about. Weekly Zoom get-togethers are available for members and visitors. If you\u2019d like to join a session, please contact us<\/strong> to request the link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Monthly In-Person & Hybrid Meetings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Once a month, PSARA holds an in-person meeting<\/strong>, with a Zoom link open so remote participants can join as well. These meetings add a hands-on, social side to the hobby and are full of activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Mini Swap Meet & Social Time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The day usually begins around 8:00 am<\/strong> with a mini swap meet<\/strong>. When the weather is good, it takes place outside in the parking lot; when it\u2019s cold or rainy, it moves indoors. Coffee and snacks are available, and there\u2019s plenty of time to browse radios and parts, talk with others, and catch up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Workbench Area<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    A workbench is set up where an experienced repair person can help members and guests:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Learn how to approach diagnosing radio issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Become familiar with safe use of test equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Talk through repair challenges and possible next steps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      This area is especially popular with newer radio enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys learning by doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Demonstrations & Show and Tell<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Around 10:00 am<\/strong>, demonstrations and Show and Tell begin, and the Zoom meeting opens so remote attendees can participate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Past demonstrations have included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Wooden cabinet repair<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Restoring a WWII military radio<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Vintage television repair equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Kit building<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Hands-on tube testing using several testers, including a Hickok<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Crystal radio building classes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Show and Tell<\/strong> gives members a chance to share projects, discoveries, or lessons learned, and questions from the group are always encouraged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Business Meeting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        At 11:30 am<\/strong>, the PSARA business meeting begins. Guests are welcome to attend. Officers give brief reports, and members discuss old and new business related to the club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Meeting Schedule Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Weekly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Friday evening Zoom meetings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Around 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Monthly In-Person \/ Hyb7 pmrid Meetings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Held at the Cedar Valley Grange<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Usually the third Sunday of the month<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • June and December:<\/strong> second Sunday<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • August:<\/strong> no meeting (annual swap meet held instead at Shoreline Community College)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            In-Person \/ Hybrid Meeting Schedule<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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            • 8:00 \u2013 10:00 am:<\/strong> Mini swap meet & workbench assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • 10:00 \u2013 11:25 am:<\/strong> Demonstrations or Show and Tell<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • 11:30 am \u2013 12:00 pm:<\/strong> Business meeting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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              Meeting Location<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Cedar Valley Grange<\/strong>
              20526 52nd Ave. W
              Lynnwood, WA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              Directions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              From I-5 Northbound:<\/strong>
              Take the 220th St exit, turn right, go about four blocks to the school, then turn left on 52nd Ave. Go down the hill and under the freeway. The building is on the corner of 206th and 52nd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              From I-5 Southbound:<\/strong>
              Take the 196th St SW exit going west. Stay on 196th until 50th Ave. W and turn left. This becomes Cedar Valley Road, which leads to the Grange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              From Highway 99 Northbound:<\/strong>
              Turn right on 208th St SW, then left on 52nd Ave. W. The building will be on the corner at 205th St SW on your left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

              From Highway 99 Southbound:<\/strong>
              Turn left on 200th St SW, then right onto Cedar Valley Road. The building will be on the corner of 205th St SW on your right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              Special Events<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              Throughout the year, PSARA also hosts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • A yearly swap meet<\/strong>, open to members and the public<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Friendly contests and challenges<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • A public radio safety clinic<\/strong>, focused on safe handling and operation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                All meetings emphasize learning, shared curiosity, and enjoying radios safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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