{"id":663,"date":"2025-12-22T01:13:08","date_gmt":"2025-12-22T01:13:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psararadio.com\/?page_id=663"},"modified":"2025-12-31T04:09:41","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T04:09:41","slug":"events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/psararadio.com\/?page_id=663","title":{"rendered":"Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

PSARA Events: Learn, Explore, and Enjoy Radios<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Throughout the year, PSARA hosts special events that bring together learning, hands-on experiences, and good conversation. Some events are open to the public, while others are focused on members, but all are centered on curiosity, shared interests, and enjoying radios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Annual Auction \u2014 April<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The PSARA Annual Auction<\/strong> is held on the third Sunday in April<\/strong> and benefits the club. It\u2019s a fun, fast-paced event where members and guests can bid on radios, parts, equipment, and radio-related items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The auction is also a great way to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Support PSARA\u2019s activities and programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Find interesting radios or equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Enjoy the energy and camaraderie of a live auction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Annual Swap Meet \u2014 August<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The PSARA Swap Meet<\/strong> takes place on the third Sunday in August<\/strong> and is one of the club\u2019s biggest events of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    At the swap meet, you\u2019ll find:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Antique and vintage radios from many eras<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Parts, tubes, test equipment, and related items<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Plenty of opportunities to browse, talk radios, and connect with others<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      This event is popular with both members and the public and is a great place to spend the day, whether you\u2019re buying, selling, or just looking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Equipment Evaluation Clinic \u2014 October<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Held on the third Sunday in October<\/strong>, the Equipment Evaluation Clinic<\/strong> focuses on learning how to evaluate radios and related equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      This clinic provides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Practical guidance on what to look for when assessing radios<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Discussion of condition, originality, and safety considerations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Opportunities to ask questions and learn from experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        It\u2019s especially helpful for anyone looking to better understand what they have \u2014 or what they\u2019re thinking about acquiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Restoration Contest \u2014 November<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        On the third Sunday in November<\/strong>, PSARA hosts a Contest<\/strong> designed to encourage members to restore and share radios and equipment that are meaningful to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        The contest is a friendly, supportive way to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Celebrate restoration efforts<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Share stories<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • See a wide range of radios and equipment from the last 100 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The emphasis is on participation and inspiration rather than competition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Event Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          Details about each event \u2014 including times, locations, and participation information \u2014 are shared through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • PSARA meetings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Club email communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • The PSARA website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            The public is always welcome to attend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            Interested in Attending an Event?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            Attending an event is a great way to experience PSARA and meet people who share an interest in radios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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