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Southern Michigan Amateur Radio Society

Battle Creek,Michigan

Yes, the 2025 Crossroads hamfest is just 186 days away. This year we expect to sell out of tables, so be sure to get yours early. As always, we will have door prize drawings.

NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR: Calhoun County Fairgrounds

The doors will open to the public at 8:00 am on Sunday, June 8th. Vendor setup will be 6:00 to 9:00 PM Saturday night and again from 6:00 to 8:00 am Sunday morning.

The SMARS club meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month at Maple United Methodist Church at 342 Capital Ave NE. Meetings begin at 7pm and usually last less than 2 hours. If you are interested in becoming an Amateur Radio Operator please feel free to come by. We can help you pass your test to get you started in the amazing world of Ham Radio.

Location for 2024. Map to Maple United Methodist Church

In addition to the official monthly meeting, many members meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month for the SMARS club breakfast (8:30AM). This meeting is held at the Coney Island on NE Capital Avenue (North of Fog Motors and south of Bailey Park). The BLB (Before Lunch Bunch) meets on the 1st Thursday of the month at 11:30 AM at the same location. Finally, the on the 1st Saturday of the month immediately after the siren test, all interested parties meet at the Coney Island for "coffee".

Next VE Session(s):

Thursday, December 26, 2024 @ 7PM Maple United Methodist
Map to Maple United Methodist Church
Walk ins welcome!

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