Egg Chew report + Livonia Swap
There were 26 people in attendance at this morning’s monthly ARROW/QRP Egg Chew. It was very enjoyable to have our first combined breakfast.
The Livonia Swap & Shop is on Sunday, February 19, 2012, from 8 a.m. to noon. The location is the Civic Park Seniors Center, 15218 Farmington Rd in Livonia. Admission is $5.00. For more information: http://www.livoniaarc.com/Swap.htm
ARROW/QRP Monthly Egg Chew this Saturday!
What: A monthly gathering of hams, friends, and family members to share food and conversation. This includes ARROW members and the QRP group.
When: Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 a.m.
Where: Classic Cup Cafe, 4389 Jackson Rd, Ann Arbor (midway between Zeeb and Wagner)
Report on February ARROW general meeting
We had a great February general meeting on Wednesday, February 8 on the campus of Washtenaw Community College. We had 25 people in attendance for Jerry Begal’s (W9NPI) third and final portion of his “History of Telegraphy”, which was very interesting. Thanks to Jerry for such a great presentation over the last few months.
Our Treasurer, Harvey (KB8MUP), asked that anyone who hasn’t yet paid their 2012 dues ($20), please pay them right away. Financially, we continue to operate in the black, with a net worth of $1360.
Sam (KD8QES), our Activities Coordinator, reported that we are getting the word out to all SE Michigan clubs (and some outside this region) about the Dayton bus trip. Fliers are being taken to all swaps in this part of the state and are being mailed to more distant swaps.
Jim (WD8RWI), our Public Service Officer, is in contact with Champions for Charity, who run the Big House Big Heart and Ann Arbor Marathon.
Jay (WB8TKL), our Technical Coordinator, says that the 2m and 440 repeaters are running fine, he plans to get up to Wolverine Tower soon to see what can be done about the 220.
I reported that the monthly breakfasts have been moved to the Classic Cup Cafe on Jackson Rd, and will usually be held on the 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00, so that we can combine our breakfasts with the QRP group. I’ve reserved the back room at Classic Cup for every third Saturday in 2012 EXCEPT March and May. In March, the 17th was already booked, so I booked March 31. In May, the third Saturday falls during the Dayton weekend, so we’re not likely to need a big room for those left in town.
We have sent letters to our contact at Domino’s Farms about using Signal Hill for Field Day again, but have not heard back yet. One letter was sent in early January, the other last week. We talked about a couple of other possible sites for Field Day, but welcome more suggestions.
The March meeting will also be held at WCC, room location TBA. The March program will be a packet radio presentation by Jay WB8TKL.
73,
Mary Anne W8VWY, ARROW Secretary
Report on the monthly breakfast (Egg Chew) at the Classic Cup Cafe
Yesterday, January 28, we had the ARROW monthly breakfast (Egg Chew) at the Classic Cup Cafe on Jackson Road due to the Old Country Buffet closing. We had a good turnout with 24 people present. The general opinion seemed to be that the food, portions, and prices were good, so we should continue to meet there.
We also talked about the QRP group wanting to join us, but they have to meet on the third Saturday. We decided to change our monthly breakfast from the last Saturday to the third Saturday to accommodate this request.
I reserved the back room for the following dates, from 9-11 AM. The QRP guys can come at their usual 9:30, if they wish.
February 18
March 31 (third Saturday was already booked, and since it’s St. Patrick’s Day, is very busy at the restaurant)
April 21
June 16
July 21
August 18
September 15
October 20
November 17
December 15
I did not reserve a date in May, because the third Saturday is the weekend of
the Dayton Hamvention. If you feel there will still be a lot of people in town,
I can yet reserve that date; otherwise, those few who are in town can meet in
the front part of the restaurant. We did that yesterday because the room had
been double-booked.
~ Mary Anne W8VWY
Monthly Breakfast this Saturday – Change in Venue
Due to the closure of Old Country Buffet, we have to move our monthly breakfast. This month we are trying out Classic Cup Cafe on Jackson Road. They don’t have a buffet, but I’m sure we’ll find great things we can order. Here are the details:
Saturday, January 28, 2012
9:00 am
Classic Cup Cafe – private room
4389 Jackson Road – between Wagner and Zeeb on the south side of the road
Ann Arbor
This is an informal gathering of ARROW members, interested radio amateurs, and friends and family members. Hope to see you there!
Hazel Park Hamfest
The annual Hazel Park Hamfest is Sunday, January 15, 2012 from 8 AM to noon at Hazel Park High School, 23400 Hughes, Hazel Park, MI. Tickets are $5.00 each. Talk-in on 146.640 (100 Hz PL).
L’Anse Creuse Amateur Radio/Computer Swap
Sunday, December 4, 2011
8 a.m. to noon
Location:
L’Anse Creuse High School
38495 L’Anse Creuse Rd.
Harrison Township, MI
Tickets: $5.00
http://www.n8lc.org/
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