- March 18, 2026
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Volunteer Exam (VE) Test Session
March 18, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NYThis Volunteer Exam (VE) Test Session is an opportunity for amateur radio enthusiasts to take their licensing exams. To participate, individuals must bring their Federal Registration Number (FRN) or a photocopy of their current license, along with a government-issued photo ID. If you don't already have an FRN number, you can create one through the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) website. Walk-ins are accepted.
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BARA Monthly Club Meeting
March 18, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NYEveryone is welcome to attend as BARA meetings are open to all. The only prerequisite for attending is an interest in Amateur Radio. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet other ham radio operators in your area and learn from their experiences as well. Can’t attend in person? Join us virtually via Zoom! Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, make new friends, and celebrate the world of Ham Radio. We can’t wait to see you there!
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- March 21, 2026
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Breakfast Get Together
March 21, 2026 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Blue Dolphin, 7670 NY-434, Apalachin, NYJoin us on the third Saturday of each month for good food and great company! Whether you're a longtime ham or just curious, it's a relaxed way to connect, swap stories, and enjoy a hearty meal. No agenda—just coffee, conversation, and camaraderie.
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- April 11, 2026
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CVARA Bullthistle Hamfest
April 11, 2026 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
St. Bartholomew's Parish Center, 81 E Main St, Norwich, NYPresented by the Chenango Valley Amateur Radio Association W2RME
cvara.net/our-events/bullthistle-hamfest
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- April 15, 2026
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Volunteer Exam (VE) Test Session
April 15, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NYThis Volunteer Exam (VE) Test Session is an opportunity for amateur radio enthusiasts to take their licensing exams. To participate, individuals must bring their Federal Registration Number (FRN) or a photocopy of their current license, along with a government-issued photo ID. If you don't already have an FRN number, you can create one through the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) website. Walk-ins are accepted.
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BARA Monthly Club Meeting
April 15, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Kopernik Observatory Science, 698 Underwood Rd, Vestal, NYEveryone is welcome to attend as BARA meetings are open to all. The only prerequisite for attending is an interest in Amateur Radio. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet other ham radio operators in your area and learn from their experiences as well. Can’t attend in person? Join us virtually via Zoom! Click here to Join the Zoom Meeting. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, make new friends, and celebrate the world of Ham Radio. We can’t wait to see you there!
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- April 16, 2026
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Doug's Fish Fry Fundraiser
April 16, 2026 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tractor Supply Co., 154 Vestal Pkwy W, Vestal, NYBenefit for the Binghamton Amateur Radio Association W2OW
qsl.net/bara/dougsfish
Call ahead orders before 4:00 pm
607-753-9184 extension 2
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- April 18, 2026
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Breakfast Get Together
April 18, 2026 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Blue Dolphin, 7670 NY-434, Apalachin, NYJoin us on the third Saturday of each month for good food and great company! Whether you're a longtime ham or just curious, it's a relaxed way to connect, swap stories, and enjoy a hearty meal. No agenda—just coffee, camaraderie. and great conversation.
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- April 25, 2026
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International Marconi Day
April 25, 2026 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Marconi Tower, Lewis St, Binghamton_NYBARA is spearheading an effort to participate again in International Marconi Day, celebrating Guglielmo Marconi's substantial contribution to the invention of radio, which is held annually on the Saturday closest to Marconi's birthday. Participating stations are located at historic sites related to Marconi's life & career as BARA's will be operating from the historic Marconi Tower next to the baseball stadium and train station in downtown Binghamton. Photos and logs from previous years are posted to lutins.org/marconi/imd.html.
BARA will operate using the Special Event callsign K2M (details at qrz.com/db/K2M). Many of the details (shelter, power, landowner permission, porta-john, official registration, and obtaining the 1x1 callsign) have already been taken care of and I trust that the remaining needs (rigs, antennas) will easily be met. I'm writing to encourage you to join in the fun that day, if even for a little while. It's a great, non-competitive event to practice our emergency communications setups (there are always lessons learned when setting up portable outdoor systems) and a splendid opportunity to publicize our club and a little-known but significant local historic site.
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